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Plastic car - Auto Soft Racer

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Plastic car - Auto Soft Racer was recalled on 25 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1689/09. Chemical risk reported by Latvia. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 20.

Photo of recalled product: Plastic car - Auto Soft Racer
Alert Number1689/09
BrandHipo
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryLatvia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberEAN 808986007187.
Published25 December 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 20.6% by weight of di-"isononyl" phthalate (DINP).According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy can be placed in the mouth by children.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Plastic toy car, size 6.5 cm, colour - red car with green wheels. The toy is without packaging. On the label there is the name of the manufacturer, importer, distributor and warnings in Latvian language.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Plastic car - Auto Soft Racer.

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.

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