POLICE SOFT BULLET GUN

Chemical, Choking Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: POLICE SOFT BULLET GUN
Alert NumberA12/0371/18
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical, Choking
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNo. 008
Published9 March 2018

Risk Description

The suction cups of the projectiles contain bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 5.5 % by weight) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 16% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. Also, the suction cups can easily be detached from the projectiles. If a child puts the projectile in the mouth, the suction cup may detach and obstruct the airways.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 28/12/2017

Product Description

Police play set containing two plastic pistols, six projectiles with suction cups, handcuffs, a target and compass. Packaging: blister with cardboard back.

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