Safety sucker soft egg gun, soft bullet

Chemical, Choking, Environment Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Safety sucker soft egg gun, soft bullet
Alert NumberA12/00477/22
BrandLAARNT
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical, Choking, Environment
Notifying CountryIreland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published25 March 2022

Risk Description

The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of organic tin (TBT) (measured value 23 mg/kg). TBT is potentially persistant, bioacumulative and toxic for the environment. The product also contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP)(measured values up to 1,3 %, 0,13% and 7,7% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system.In addition, small parts can easily detach (suction cups). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the REACH regulation nor with the European standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-3.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Two plastic toy projectile guns (yellow and blue). Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.

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