OX PVC Yoga ball w/ pump OX PVC Yogaball med pumpe
OX PVC Yoga ball w/ pump OX PVC Yogaball med pumpe was recalled on 28 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00162/22. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Norway. The grey soft plastic material contains an excessive amount of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value: 33,01% by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00162/22 |
| Brand | Ox brand |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 28 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The grey soft plastic material contains an excessive amount of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value: 33,01% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. In addition, the product contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 0,23% by weight). 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 the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 27/10/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 27/10/2021
Product Description
Grey, plastic yoga ball, also sold online.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to OX PVC Yoga ball w/ pump OX PVC Yogaball med pumpe.
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.