Swim ring
Swim ring was recalled on 21 October 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1134/11. Chemical risk reported by Latvia. The product poses a chemical risk because violet polymer material on the top of the toy contains 0.
| Alert Number | 1134/11 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN 2011031145934, ITEM NO: 114593 |
| Published | 21 October 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because violet polymer material on the top of the toy contains 0.16% by mass of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP), 26.7% by mass of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), 0.14% by mass of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP), and the bottom of the toy's violet polymer material contains 0.30% by mass of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP), 23.6% by mass of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), 0.42% by mass of di-isononyl phthalate (DINP). According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP are prohibited in all toys, while phthalates DINP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy can be placed in the mouth by children.
Product Description
Inflatable swim ring made from PVC, in violet colour with pictures of multicoloured fish. There are warnings in English on the product. It is packed in a transparent bag containing a label. On the label there is the name of the manufacturer, importer and warnings in Latvian, Lithuanian and Estonian
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Swim ring.
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.