Toy bow with arrows
Toy bow with arrows was recalled on 10 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01695/21. Chemical risk reported by Belgium. The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP)(measured value of the sum: 23 % in the arrow pink head and 0,58% in the rubber, by weight, respectively).
| Alert Number | A12/01695/21 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1m1202101061832231687yjy 21-01-17-23, 1m2202107091428039676yjy 21-07-10-06, 2015-3, 3AB2432, DYTOY521 |
| Published | 10 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP)(measured value of the sum: 23 % in the arrow pink head and 0,58% in the rubber, by weight, respectively).Moreover, the plastic material of the product (in particular the arrow pink head) contains an excessive amount of di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP), di-‘isodecyl’ phthalate (DIDP) and di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP)(measured value of the sum: 0,91 % by weight).These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system and liver. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 23/11/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Inform customers of the dangerous products concerned on the specific product page and the homepageDate of entry into force: 23/11/2021
Product Description
Yellow and purple bow with three green arrows. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Toy bow with arrows.
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.