Soft filled toy with suction cup
Soft filled toy with suction cup was recalled on 25 October 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1579/19. Chemical, Choking risk reported by Luxembourg. The plush toy has small parts (eyes and suction cup) that can be easily detached.
| Alert Number | A12/1579/19 |
| Brand | MH |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item n0: MH-116133 |
| Published | 25 October 2019 |
Risk Description
The plush toy has small parts (eyes and suction cup) that can be easily detached. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Furthermore, the plastic material of the suction cup contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)(measured value: 1.4 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.The product does not comply with REACH, the requirements of Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 02/09/2019Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 24/09/2019Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 11/10/2019
Product Description
Green plush tortoise with a suction cup sold without any packaging. The product was also sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to Soft filled toy with suction cup.
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.