Flashing Bracelets
| Alert Number | A12/0062/18 |
| Brand | Toys |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | The Netherlands |
| Published | 19 January 2018 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the bracelets contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 40% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children causing possible damage to the reproductive system. In addition, the concentration of mercury in the button batteries in the article (0.16 % by weight). Mercury is one of the most hazardous environmental toxins and is a threat to the environment and, through the environment, to human health.The product does not comply neither with the REACH Regulation nor with the Directive 2006/66 on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 02/11/2017
Product Description
Plastic, flashing bracelet in plastic packaging