"La Sirena Vogue"
"La Sirena Vogue" was recalled on 5 June 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0719/15. Chemical risk reported by Finland. The doll's head contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 30% by weight), which may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system, and di-isononyl phtalate (DINP) (measured value 6.
| Alert Number | A12/0719/15 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Art no. 268864 |
| Published | 5 June 2015 |
Risk Description
The doll's head contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 30% by weight), which may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system, and di-isononyl phtalate (DINP) (measured value 6.8% by weight).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): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 21/04/2015
Product Description
A plastic mermaid doll with violet-pink hair and a pink tail. A blue dolphin, a little blue shark, two yellow-black coloured turtles, flowers, a pink crab, a pink crustacean and a green octopus come along with the mermaid doll.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to "La Sirena Vogue".
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.