Traffic City
Traffic City was recalled on 22 March 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00739/24. Environment risk reported by Poland. The electronic components of the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 84.
| Alert Number | A12/00739/24 |
| Brand | MENGYA |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | MY9110A |
| Published | 22 March 2024 |
Risk Description
The electronic components of the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 84.9% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/02/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 15/02/2024
Product Description
Electric toy traffic lights, battery powered.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Traffic City.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.