Get notified about product recalls

Inflatable swim ring - Plávacie koleso.

Chemical Toys Serious risk

Inflatable swim ring - Plávacie koleso. was recalled on 16 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1184/07. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 18,0 % by weight of DEHP,- the white plastic foil with printing contains 21,4 % by weight of DEHP, - the yellow plastic foil with printing contains 22,4 % by weight of DEHP.

Photo of recalled product: Inflatable swim ring - Plávacie koleso.
Alert Number1184/07
BrandHIT.
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberKK/DMU/104 (on the sticker).
Published16 November 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 18,0 % by weight of DEHP,- the white plastic foil with printing contains 21,4 % by weight of DEHP, - the yellow plastic foil with printing contains 22,4 % by weight of DEHP. The content of phthalates in the toy exceeds permitted limits laid down by Directive 2005/84/EC. The product poses a serious risk for health of a child.

Measures Taken

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

Product Description

Toy- inflatable swim ring is made from softened PVC. The bottom is yellow, the top with varicoloured strips - in front with affixed inflatable head with antennas and painted eyes, nose, mouth and cheeks, in back is affixed a tail. A pack of the toy is transparent with one sticker in Slovak language and another one with data in Polish language. Warnings on the product are in English.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable swim ring - Plávacie koleso..

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.

View on EU Safety Gate →

Related Recalls

More Toys recalls