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SAFETY GATEReference INFO/00007/25

Blue Plush Octopus with Small Suction Cup — asfixia · riesgo químico

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Identification

Product identification

Product
Blue Plush Octopus with Small Suction Cup
Category
Toys
Product domain
Non-foodNagameAlert treatment

Official information

Risk and measures

Risk or hazard
Chemical · Choking
Official description
The product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 4.6% and 15.6% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system.Additionally, the toy contains small parts (suction cup) which can easily detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover, the fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to the weakness of certain seams. A small child may put the filling material in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor the REACH Regulation.
Measures
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 14/11/2024

Territory

Geography

Notifying country or territory
United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Distribution
Notificado por United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland

Provenance and context

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