Wax crayons (voskové pastelky).
Wax crayons (voskové pastelky). was recalled on 20 July 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0689/07. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. These crayons poses a risk to children because:1) crayons from the box with a picture of a butterfly and of a yellow colour contain 1534mg/kg Pb and 181,7 mg/kg Cr;2) crayons from the box with a picture of a hippopotamus and of yellow colour contain 1028,1 mg/kg Pb and 165,2 mg/kg Cr and of green colour contain 318,3 mg/kg Pb;3) crayons from the box with a picture of a hippopotamus and of yellow colour contain 882,4 mg/kg Pb and 134,3 mg/kg Cr and of dark yellow colour contain 297,5 mg/kg Pb and of turquoise colour contain 530,4 mg/kg Pb and 68,5 mg/kg Cr.
| Alert Number | 0689/07 |
| Brand | SaKOTA. |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1) CFA 0943 with a picture of a butterfly, 8 pieces, EAN: 5997875709433. 2) CFA0943 with a picture of a hippopotamus, 8 pieces, EAN: 5997875709433. 3) CFA 0945 with a picture of a hippopotamus, 24 pieces, EAN: 5997875709457. |
| Published | 20 July 2007 |
Risk Description
These crayons poses a risk to children because:1) crayons from the box with a picture of a butterfly and of a yellow colour contain 1534mg/kg Pb and 181,7 mg/kg Cr;2) crayons from the box with a picture of a hippopotamus and of yellow colour contain 1028,1 mg/kg Pb and 165,2 mg/kg Cr and of green colour contain 318,3 mg/kg Pb;3) crayons from the box with a picture of a hippopotamus and of yellow colour contain 882,4 mg/kg Pb and 134,3 mg/kg Cr and of dark yellow colour contain 297,5 mg/kg Pb and of turquoise colour contain 530,4 mg/kg Pb and 68,5 mg/kg Cr.The contents of lead and chrome exceed the limit of 90mg/kg for lead and 60mg/kg for chrome laid down by the standard.This product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the European standard for toys EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary actions taken by the distributor: stop of selling, withdrawal from the market, recall from consumers and information to consumers.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The varicoloured wax crayons are packed in a cardboard box. Sizes: (1) and (2) 6,7x11,5x0,9 cm, (3) 10x11,5x2 cm.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Wax crayons (voskové pastelky)..
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.