TECHNIFANT Hörchen BT
TECHNIFANT Hörchen BT was recalled on 19 April 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00914/24. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The additional jack cable has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), (5,1% by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00914/24 |
| Brand | Technisat |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 0001/9103, 0000/9103 |
| Published | 19 April 2024 |
Risk Description
The additional jack cable has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), (5,1% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system.Moreover, part of the product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (18g/kg). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s bluetooth headphones with an additional cable. Product sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to TECHNIFANT Hörchen BT.
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.