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Inflatable plastic sword "Pirates of the Caribbean"

Chemical Toys Serious risk

Inflatable plastic sword "Pirates of the Caribbean" was recalled on 31 August 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0891/07. Chemical risk reported by Norway. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a number of volatile organic chemicals:- 100-1000 mg/kg of cyclohexanone, - 10-100 mg/kg of xylenes, - 10-100 mg/kg of C3-alkyl-benzenes,- small and not quantified amounts of toluene, methyl-isobutylketone, octa-hydro-naftaline, methyl-decaline and hydrocarbons.

Photo of recalled product: Inflatable plastic sword "Pirates of the Caribbean"
Alert Number0891/07
BrandDonald Duck & Co
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryNorway
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberCover mount gift with a children's magazine
Published31 August 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a number of volatile organic chemicals:- 100-1000 mg/kg of cyclohexanone, - 10-100 mg/kg of xylenes, - 10-100 mg/kg of C3-alkyl-benzenes,- small and not quantified amounts of toluene, methyl-isobutylketone, octa-hydro-naftaline, methyl-decaline and hydrocarbons. These substances can cause possible irritation and allergic reaction on skin contact or inhalation. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-9.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and information to consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

An inflatable plastic toy in the shape of a sword, 67 cm long, with silver, gold, red and black paint. The toy was packed in metallic plastic wrapping, 10x16 cm, with a picture of a skull and “Pirates of the Caribbean” written on the packaging.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable plastic sword "Pirates of the Caribbean".

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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