Toy car

Chemical Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Toy car
Alert NumberA12/0857/16
BrandKids Fun
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginHong Kong
Model NumberArt. n° 8372
Published15 July 2016

Risk Description

null The tyres of the toy car contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) in concentrations from 9 to 179 mg/kg. These PAHs are carcinogenic. The child can be exposed when the tyres come into direct and prolonged or repetitive contact with the skin or the mouth.According to the REACH Regulation these PAHs are prohibited in toys, including activity toys, and childcare articles.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 16/06/2016

Product Description

Toy car made of coloured plastic with black rubber tyres. No packaging.

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