Rag dolls
Rag dolls was recalled on 20 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0647/08. Chemical risk reported by Germany. These products pose a chemical risk because:- the "hair" of the rag dolls was produced using prohibited azo colours, which by splitting one or more azogroups can form one of the carcinogenic amines, 1) In the brown and red/orange textile threads used for the dolls' hair, 1200 and 830 mg/kg of 4-aminoazobenzol were found,2) In the brown textile threads used for the dolls' hair, 1100 mg/kg of 4-aminoazobenzol were found,3) In the brown, red/orange and light brown textile threads used for the dolls' hair, 1400 mg/kg, 1200 mg/kg and 140 mg/kg of 4-aminoazobenzol were found.
| Alert Number | 0647/08 |
| Brand | PLUCHE FRIENDS |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Barcode | 8712051004976, Item no: 05.13.035, 2) Barcode: 8712051017662, Item no: 05.13.025, 3) Barcode: 8712051017624, Item no.: 05.13.021. |
| Model Number | 1) |
| Published | 20 June 2008 |
Risk Description
These products pose a chemical risk because:- the "hair" of the rag dolls was produced using prohibited azo colours, which by splitting one or more azogroups can form one of the carcinogenic amines, 1) In the brown and red/orange textile threads used for the dolls' hair, 1200 and 830 mg/kg of 4-aminoazobenzol were found,2) In the brown textile threads used for the dolls' hair, 1100 mg/kg of 4-aminoazobenzol were found,3) In the brown, red/orange and light brown textile threads used for the dolls' hair, 1400 mg/kg, 1200 mg/kg and 140 mg/kg of 4-aminoazobenzol were found.Azo colours are prohibited under the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
1) 2 rag dolls (sold individually): One with brown hair, yellow cap, orange feet, orange shirt, red and white striped legs and yellow dungarees embroidered with a red helicopter. One with red/orange hair, green cap, yellow feet, green shirt, blue and white striped legs and blue dungarees embroidered with a red ship.2) Rag doll with brown hair, yellow cap, orange feet, orange shirt and yellow dungarees embroidered with a red helicopter. 3) 3 rag dolls (sold individually): One with brown hair, yellow and green hat, yellow shoes, orange trousers, green and yellow shirt with embroidered cat (part sample 1-2008/01047-000). One with red/orange hair, purple and orange hat, orange shoes, green trousers, purple and orange shirt with embroidered cat (part sample 1-2008/01047-002). One with light brown hair, pink and green hat, green shoes, purple trousers, pink and green shirt with embroidered teddy bear (part sample 1-2008/01047-003).
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Rag dolls.
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.