Inflatable swim ring
Inflatable swim ring was recalled on 21 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1347/08. Chemical risk reported by Latvia. The product poses a chemical risk because: - the blue plastic material contains 5.
| Alert Number | 1347/08 |
| Brand | Bestway |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Inflatable swim ring "Batman" (30"- 76cm), EAN code: 4750649050541, Art. Nr. 96004 and 380-202. |
| Published | 21 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because: - the blue plastic material contains 5.9% by weight of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP), - the yellow material contains 7.2% by weight of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP), - the valve contains 0.16% by weight of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP) and 1.0% by weight bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). 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, recall from consumer and destruction of the products by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Inflatable swim ring, printed with a picture of Batman in blue, black, yellow and white colours. The toy is packed in a cardboard box with a colour picture of the inflatable ring on the front and marking on the back, including a sticker in Latvian language with the name of the distributor. A user's manual and warnings are also attached to the packaging.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable swim ring.
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.