Underwater balloon color
Underwater balloon color was recalled on 31 May 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01382/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: up to 7.
| Alert Number | A12/01382/24 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | TY17890-C042 |
| Published | 31 May 2024 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: up to 7.5%,14% and 2.7% by weight, respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ExporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 13/03/2024
Product Description
Inflatable ball with pattern in black, orange, yellow and green. Product sold online.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Underwater balloon color.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: 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
Chemical: 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. Environment: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.