Plastic car - Racing car
Plastic car - Racing car was recalled on 22 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0903/08. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a chemical risk because the paints (red, white and yellow) contain :- 761,6 mg/kg of lead (limit 90 mg/kg),- 158,2 mg/kg chromium (limit 60 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | 0903/08 |
| Brand | TOYS |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | N°: 353, code: 5023 |
| Published | 22 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the paints (red, white and yellow) contain :- 761,6 mg/kg of lead (limit 90 mg/kg),- 158,2 mg/kg chromium (limit 60 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Plastic car with a driving mechanism and a flywheel, painted in red, white and yellow, with marking MOTIVE HIGH 32 SPEEDY and Number 36. Packed in a plastic bag with a cardboard label marked TOYS, MOST NEW ITEMS, CE, pictogram of age group of children (0-3) and MADE IN CHINA.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Plastic car - Racing car.
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.