Inflatable turtle
Inflatable turtle was recalled on 26 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1114/07. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 14,0 % by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP),- the black handles contain 7,34 percentage by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP),- the green plastic foil with printing contains 24,2 percentage by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP).
| Alert Number | 1114/07 |
| Brand | INTEX |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Batch code: Art. #56524, EAN: 7825756524 |
| Published | 26 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because:- the valve contains 14,0 % by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP),- the black handles contain 7,34 percentage by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP),- the green plastic foil with printing contains 24,2 percentage by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP). According to Directive 2005/84/ECphthalates shall not be used in toys and products designed for a child in concentration higher than of 0,1 % by weight. During a play, a direct contact of child skin with the toy is assumed. The product poses a serious risk for health of a child. This product does not comply with the Chemicals Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Toy in a shape of turtle, green PVC with painting, two black handles on a front part of a turtle shell, packed in a cardboard box with coloured printing. Labelling on the pack: logo INTEX®, notices “The wet set” and others, a label from importer containing names of the product, of the importer, etc. Labelling on the product itself: Made in China.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Inflatable turtle.
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.