Soft plastic
Chemical, Environment Hobby/sports equipment Other types of alerts
| Alert Number | INFO/00134/24 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 6 December 2024 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product has excessive concentrations of cadmium and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 0.02% and 49% by weight, respectively). Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment. DEHP may harm the health of children by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Yellow soft plastic for fishing made of PVC.