Hairclip
| Alert Number | SR/00677/25 |
| Brand | Ztiz Kids |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 21 February 2025 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product has an and excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 14.78% and 0.28% by weight, respectively). DEHP may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the Reach Regulation nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 31/05/2024
Product Description
Hairclips, intended for children, in plastic and metal.