Pencil case
| Alert Number | A12/00116/24 |
| Brand | Kevin & Sasa Crafts |
| Category | Stationery |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Unicorn Large Capacity Pencil Case |
| Published | 19 January 2024 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate(DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured values up to 9.22%, 0.22%, 0.12% and 0.13% by weight respectively).In addition, the product also contains an excessive concentration of short chained chlorinated paraffines SCCP (measured value up to: 1749 mg/kg by weight) SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation nor with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 21/09/2023
Product Description
Pencil case in PVC material. Product sold online.