Mask & Snorkel Set - Juniors
Mask & Snorkel Set - Juniors was recalled on 21 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1340/08. Chemical risk reported by Latvia. The product poses a chemical risk because: - the plastic in the diving goggles contains 35.
| Alert Number | 1340/08 |
| Brand | Bestway |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN code: 4750649050640, Art. Nr. #24007 and 380-192 |
| Published | 21 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because: - the plastic in the diving goggles contains 35.7% by weight of di-"isononyl"-phthalat (DINP) and 0.11% by weight of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP), - the plastic in the snorkel contains 1.1 % by weight of di-"isononyl"-phthalat (DINP) and 6.3 % by weight of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP). Certain phthalates are prohibited in toys and childcare articles at levels exceeding 0.1%.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Set for swimming marked "Mask & Snorkel Set. Juniors" The set is intended for children from age 7+. Made of plastic in blue or green nuances. Consists of 2 parts - diving goggles and snorkel. There is a sticker on the packaging in Latvian language with the name of the distributor. A user's manual and warnings are also attached to the packaging.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Mask & Snorkel Set - Juniors.
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.