Plastic doll - Doll "Alex Collection (Denim Collection)"
Plastic doll - Doll "Alex Collection (Denim Collection)" was recalled on 30 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1247/07. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's head contains 38.
| Alert Number | 1247/07 |
| Brand | Alex Collection, Funky Things |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN code 712296056037 (packaging) or 36447001211000000200 (TEDi-sticker), task/article No 3644700 |
| Published | 30 November 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's head contains 38.8% by weight di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).According to Directive 2005/84/EC phthalates shall not be used in the toys and the products designed for a care for a child in concentration higher than of 0,1 % by weight. The product poses a serious risk for the health of a child.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
29 cm-tall plastic "Barbie"-like doll in the shape of a woman with reddish-light brown hair, wearing a short white summer dress with printed pink and blue butterflies and a black waist sash; packaged in a blue denim-effect cardboard box with clear plastic film panel, printed with: "Ostoy Trading B.V.", CE, "Not suitable for children under 3 years old as it contains small parts which can be swallowed" and the symbol "Not for children aged 0-3.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Plastic doll - Doll "Alex Collection (Denim Collection)".
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.