My baby doll
My baby doll was recalled on 21 April 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00852/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material of the doll has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 23% by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00852/23 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 2.11.0220.01 |
| Published | 21 April 2023 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the doll has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 23% by weight). DEHP may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive systems. In addition, the plastic packaging has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured values up to 0.037% by weight). Cadmium poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 14/02/2023
Product Description
A baby doll made of PVC plastic and textile.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to My baby doll.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Chemical: 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. Environment: Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.