Modern girl
Modern girl was recalled on 14 February 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0246/14. Chemical risk reported by Czechia. The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains up to 18.
| Alert Number | A12/0246/14 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item n°: 1713 |
| Published | 14 February 2014 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains up to 18.5 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or the childcare article 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): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/01/2014
Product Description
Plastic doll in the form of a mermaid about 15 cm tall with blue hair, yellow fin and yellow clothing. The toy is packed in a plastic tube with the following descriptions: Modern Fashion Trends, Wild Focus, Beautiful, Fashion Girl, Palenky.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Modern girl.
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.