Inflatable swim whale - Nafukovacia veľryba - Whale ride-on
Inflatable swim whale - Nafukovacia veľryba - Whale ride-on was recalled on 30 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1223/07. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 0,42 % by weight of DEHP and 4,5 % by weight of DINP, - the black plastic foil contains 19,4 % by weight of DEHP,- the white plastic foil contains 20,4 % by weight of DEHP.
| Alert Number | 1223/07 |
| Brand | INTEX®, The wet set® |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 213x109 cm, #58561, EAN code: 078257585236, on sticker: 158561. |
| Published | 30 November 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 0,42 % by weight of DEHP and 4,5 % by weight of DINP, - the black plastic foil contains 19,4 % by weight of DEHP,- the white plastic foil contains 20,4 % by weight of DEHP. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
A toy – inflatable whale is made from a softened PVC, the bottom is white, the top is black with warnings in various languages, size 213x109 cm. The toy is packed in a paper box with a coloured printing - a picture of the product in the front and marking on the back. The sticker in Slovak language with a name of distributor, warnings and code is attached to the packing, too.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable swim whale - Nafukovacia veľryba - Whale ride-on.
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.