Ox PVC Jump Rope - Hoppetau Ox PVC Jump Rope - Hop

Chemical, Environment Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Ox PVC Jump Rope - Hoppetau Ox PVC Jump Rope - Hop
Alert NumberA12/01498/22
BrandOX
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
Risk TypeChemical, Environment
Notifying CountryNorway
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published28 October 2022

Risk Description

The black plastic cord contains benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) (measured values: up to 16,8 % by weight) and short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) (measured values: up to 1,04 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 09/09/2022

Product Description

Jump rope for adults, made of plastic. Product also sold online.

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