Skakanka [Skipping rope]
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| Alert Number | A12/0693/17 |
| Brand | Adar |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item No. 994701 |
| Published | 26 May 2017 |
Risk Description
null The plastic material of the skipping rope contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value 0.142 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.In addition, it contains diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value 22.8% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 12/04/2017
Product Description
Coloured skipping rope made of elastic plastic material with blue plastic handles.