Plastic toy car – Rennwagen (racing car)
Plastic toy car – Rennwagen (racing car) was recalled on 28 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1374/08. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a chemical risk because the racing car tyres contain 6,5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
| Alert Number | 1374/08 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Barcode 75036001221000000100 |
| Published | 28 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the racing car tyres contain 6,5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of sales.Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of sales.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Plastic toy racing car, 135 mm in length; blue body, tyres of soft plastic, with pull-back function. The product is packed in a blister pack with a label. Label (extract): Racing car, pull-back function, CE label, warning symbol indicating the age group for which this toy is appropriate in accordance with standard EN 71, Not suitable for children under three years of age because of small parts which may be swallowed, bar code, Made in China.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Plastic toy car – Rennwagen (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.