Plastic puppets - Box of 6 puppets
| Alert Number | 0117/08 |
| Brand | Simba |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Hong Kong |
| Model Number | Reference 4583757, PICWIC reference 1584926. |
| Published | 1 February 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk due to excessive phthalates content. The results of tests on samples of the coloured plastic (bears and cubs) and coloured flexible plastic for DNOP show that the maximum permitted concentration (0.1% by mass) is exceeded:- coloured plastic: 0.2% by mass,- coloured flexible plastic: 3.9% by mass.The product does not comply with the Chemicals Restrictions Directive.
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 importer.Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Box of 6 plastic puppets representing fairy-tale figures. Red and yellow box, dimensions 30 x 30 cm. The front is transparent so that the puppets are visible.