Mermaid

Chemical Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Mermaid
Alert NumberA12/1828/17
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published22 December 2017

Risk Description

The plastic material of the toy contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 32% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. It also contains di-isononyl phthalate (DINP) (measured value: 1.7 % by weight). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP is prohibited in all toys and childcare articles while the phthalate DINP is prohibited in all toys and childcare articles articles which can be placed in the mouth by children.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 04/12/2017

Product Description

Doll with pink-purple highlighted hair and accessories (golden stick with star, purple dolphin). Packed in blister with a cardboard back.

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