Inflatable fish
Chemical Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | 1293/08 |
| Brand | midex |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN 5900733116748 |
| Published | 7 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 17.61% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The fish is made of green, softened plastic with white stripes, a picture of ducks and an umbrella. Sold in a plastic package with a sticky label with the following information: CE mark, "Not suitable for children younger than 3 years." Danger of swallowing small parts.