Toy slime
Chemical Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/03444/25 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 10 October 2025 |
Risk Description
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value up to 639 mg/kg). Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive, nor with the European standard EN 71-3.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Seizure of goodsDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Orange toy slime. The lid is filled with polystyrene balls.