Kiely

Chemical Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Kiely
Alert NumberA12/1396/14
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNo. 026
Published12 September 2014

Risk Description

null The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 24.1 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). This phthalate is toxic and harmful for the health of children, causing possible damage of the reproductive system. The product also contains 5 % by weight of di-isononyl-phthalate (DINP). 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.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 27/05/2014Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 13/06/2014

Product Description

Set comprising of a plastic doll with four dresses and a plastic pony. Packed in a cardboard box with a transparent plastic window.

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