Plastic pony
Plastic pony was recalled on 30 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1145/10. Chemical risk reported by Poland. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 30% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
| Alert Number | 1145/10 |
| Brand | My Little Pony <font color="#ff0000">(THE PRODUCT IS COUNTERFEIT)</font> |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | No. 199748, EAN 6921997480801. |
| Published | 30 July 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 30% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or childcare article 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 by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The toy is a pink-coloured pony, or rather a unicorn, made of soft plastic. The toy has pink head, tail and horn. The packaging is a pink-coloured cardboard box, marked with the CE mark, a pictogram concerning the age 0-3-years old restriction, the name and address of the importer, the inscription: “Made in and the warnings: “Product not suitable for children below 3 years” and “Keep the packaging due to useful information”. This product is counterfeit.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Plastic pony.
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.