Inflatable swim ring - Sea animals swim ring
Inflatable swim ring - Sea animals swim ring was recalled on 30 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1234/07. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 0,20 % by weight of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP),- the pink plastic foil contains 11,5 % by weight of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP).
| Alert Number | 1234/07 |
| Brand | Bestway®, SURF AND SUN |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 64cm (25“), 8855, #36021, EAN: 8595046388554 |
| Published | 30 November 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 0,20 % by weight of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP),- the pink plastic foil contains 11,5 % by weight of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP).According to Directive 2005/84/EC phthalates shall not be used in the toys and the products designed for a care for a child in concentration higher than of 0,1 % by weight. The product poses a serious risk for the health of a child.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall form consumers by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Inflatable swim ring with diameter of 64 cm with affixed head, paddles and tail, printed eyes, nose and mouth, packed in a transparent bag with inserted paper. The latter contains a picture of two models of the product (a pink seadog and a blue dolphin), its name, size and logo Bestway in the front, an user manual, warnings in various languages and marking of target age category of children on the back. A sticker with information in Slovak language is attached, too.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable swim ring - Sea animals 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.