Tarbet Bow Arrow
| Alert Number | A12/0249/15 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | NO 8810-1 |
| Published | 27 February 2015 |
Risk Description
null The product contains 5.5% by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 2.2 % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP). These phthalates 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.Furthermore, the suction cups could be easily removed and therefore they can be swallowed by children, causing choking. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 28/11/2014
Product Description
The set consists of a black bow with handle in golden colour, 3 coloured arrows with suction cups, an arrow holder and a paper target. The product is fixed on a colourful cardboard sheet.