Toy gun set
| Alert Number | A12/0547/19 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Croatia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | MK2178288 |
| Published | 29 March 2019 |
Risk Description
The suction cups on the arrows contain an excessive amount of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 2.3 % by weight), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 2.8% by weight) and di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP) (measured value: 0.27%). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 08/02/2019Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 08/02/2019
Product Description
Toy weapon set including a bow and arrow with suction cups; sold in blister packaging.