Plastic toy with accessories
Plastic toy with accessories was recalled on 17 August 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1211/12. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The product poses a chemical risk because the figures contain 7 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 3.
| Alert Number | A12/1211/12 |
| Brand | YAO Chang |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | br/>Product: Plastic toy with accessoriesBrand: YAO ChangName: Formula 1Article No 3611Bar code: 8 009549342819Code allocated by the importer: 34281 |
| Published | 17 August 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the figures contain 7 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 3.0 % of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP).According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
Product Description
Plastic toy with accessories. Each set which is packed in a cardboard box with a plastic front contains one formula-1 toy car, eight toy figures and accessories for changing tyres. The cardboard packaging bears several inscriptions in English and an adhesive label is attached to the back of the pack
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Plastic toy with accessories.
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.