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Inflatable toy "Green inflatable alien"

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Inflatable toy "Green inflatable alien" was recalled on 21 October 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1120/11. Chemical risk reported by France. The product poses a chemical risk because the plastified material contains 34.

Photo of recalled product: Inflatable toy "Green inflatable alien"
Alert Number1120/11
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberUnknown
Published21 October 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because the plastified material contains 34.1% of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the valve and 5.7% of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP) in the green plastic.According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.

Product Description

Green inflatable alien-shaped toy bearing the wording "Cité de l'Espace".

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable toy "Green inflatable alien".

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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