Hammer and nails game
Chemical Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1494/18 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 12 October 2018 |
Risk Description
The product emits high concentrations of formaldehyde into the ambient air (measured value up to 981 mg/kg). Formaldehyde can cause skin irritation when in contact with the skin and is carcinogenic. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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: 31/07/2018
Product Description
Wooden toy consisting of flat wooden pieces in various colours and shapes, metal nails, a wooden hammer, rectangular particle board made of cardboard, supplied in a cardboard box.