Plastic bouncing ball

Chemical, Choking, Suffocation Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Plastic bouncing ball
Alert NumberA12/0042/19
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical, Choking, Suffocation
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberTP571
Published11 January 2019

Risk Description

The plastic material of the product contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 3% by weight) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (36% by weight). The valve plug can easily detach and the plastic bag of the packaging is too thin. These phthalates may harm the health of children causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The valve plug may become detached while inflating the toy and obstruct the airways. If a child plays with the packaging, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 19/12/2018

Product Description

Inflatable green plastic bouncing ball with two handles, packed in a transparent plastic bag with sticker label.

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