Peinture à doigts
Peinture à doigts was recalled on 10 March 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00466/23. Chemical risk reported by France. The product contains formaldehyde (measured value: up to 7255 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/00466/23 |
| Brand | Hema |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | 15.92.0011 |
| Published | 10 March 2023 |
Risk Description
The product contains formaldehyde (measured value: up to 7255 mg/kg). Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. nor with the European standard EN 71-7.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 27/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 27/01/2023
Product Description
Finger paint (blue, white, red, black, green, yellow). Product also sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Peinture à doigts.
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.