The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX)
- Weekly overview report of RAPEX notifications
week 38 - 2011
| Level | Type | No. Ref. |
Notifying country | Product | Risk | Measures adopted by notifying country | Products were found and measures were taken also in: |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 1 |
Spain |
Category: Toys Product: Police set "Toy Police Officer"
Brand: Color Baby
Name: Type/number of model: REF. 23396 Batch number/Barcode: 8412842233966
OECD Portal Category: Description: Police officer toy set comprising a gun, badge, handcuffs, whistle, two grenades, knife, compass and walkie-talkie. The toy is sold in a cardboard and transparent plastic blister package. The origin, description, CE marking and pictogram concerning the age restriction and the words “GUN PLAY SET” are shown on the front of the packaging. On the back of the packaging, the warning "not suitable for children under 36 months” and the identification number of the distributor, the reference and barcode are shown.
Country of origin: China
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because it includes a whistle that can be easily swallowed. The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71. . |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
France Romania |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 10 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Doll and accessory set "Annette Doll"
Brand: Funny Toys
Name: Type/number of model: Item number in invoice: BB1005040
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic doll and accessory toy set containing two baby dolls and a camera, handbag and clothes packed in a cardboard box with a transparent window.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's face contains 31% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutylphthalate (DBP) and di-'isonyl' phthalate (DINP) (positive, not quantified). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 11 |
Romania |
Category: Electrical appliances and equipment Product: Electric water heater
Brand: HEJ
Name: Type/number of model: D-015
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Electric water heater packed in a plastic bag. 220V-240V and 500W.
Country of origin: Russia
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the plug is made of two parts which are improperly fastened and water could get inside; - the power cord consists of two wires which are under-dimensioned and improperly insulated; - it is not earthed. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 12 |
Portugal |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger car "Corsa" Brand: Opel Name: Type/number of model: Corsa D.
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Passenger vehicle; Brand: Opel; Model: Corsa D; Model year: 2010 - 2011; Produced in Eisenach (Germany) - Fabrication numbers: from A 6 114350 to B 6 005096; Produced in Zaragoza (Spain) - Fabrication numbers: from A 4 253100 to B 4 005814.
Country of origin: Germany,
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because on certain vehicles the handbrake lever may not have been manufactured to the exact specification, possibly leading to the handbrake not holding in the pulled/parking position, due to the missing heat treatment on the tooth segment of the handbrake lever. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action. |
Poland Germany Denmark Netherlands Spain Sweden Ireland Malta Hungary United Kingdom Bulgaria Greece |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 13 |
Greece |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger car 5008
Brand: Peugeot
Name: Type/number of model:
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The recall concerns certain vehicles with VINs: - - From VF30E5FV89S145027 to VF30E5FV8ΒS078712 - From VF30E5FVAAS187720 to VF30E5FVAΒS082410 - From VF30E5FW09S154960 to VF30E5FW0AS055271 - From VF30E9HR8AS266311 to VF30E9HR8ΒS103918 and the single VINs VF30E5FS0AS318015 and VF30E9HZHAS122571. Recall campaign ZBQ
Country of origin: France
No pictures are available |
Fire The product poses a risk of fire because water may enter the rear door and penetrate into the electric window lift motor. The presence of this humidity could cause the motor to short circuit and lead to localised overheating of the door panel. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer. |
Norway Denmark Germany Slovakia Malta Ireland Sweden Hungary Bulgaria United Kingdom Lithuania |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 14 |
Greece |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger cars "Clio" and "Twingo"
Brand: RENAULT
Name: Type/number of model: Passenger cars, models Clio III and Twingo II (recall campaign OTS-0BDN)
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The recall concerns vehicles fitted with the engines D4F and D4FT manufactured between 17/09/2010 and 30/11/2010 at Douvrin (France) or D4D and D4F manufactured between 06/11/2010 and 22/11/2010 at Curitiba (Brazil). See attached list of VIN numbers
Country of origin: France
No pictures are available |
Injuries The products pose a risk of injuries as the engine may be damaged by the non-conformity of the valve half-cones. Incidents reported. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer. |
Germany Bulgaria Netherlands Sweden Denmark Portugal United Kingdom Hungary Ireland |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 15 |
Greece |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Motorcycle "Duke"
Brand: KTM
Name: Type/number of model: model 125 Duke
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The recall affects 2011 model year motorcycles. For the list of the affected VINs in Greece, please see attached document.
Country of origin: Austria
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the torque for the screw connection of the two brake caliper halves on the front wheel brake calipers is below specification. This serious problem can cause a loss in brake fluid and brake pressure and consequently lead to inadequate brake performance. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer. |
Malta Hungary Spain Portugal Sweden |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 16 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Doll and accessory set "Fashion Girl"
Brand: Unique, Special Style,
Name: Type/number of model: Item number in invoice: BB1006113
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic doll and accessory toy set containing a doll and clothes, a handbag, phone, mirror and comb packed in a cardboard box with a transparent window.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's face contains 30% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). Moreover, the feet contain dibutylphthalate (DBP) and di-'isonyl' phthalate (DINP) (positive, not quantified). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 17 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Doll and accessory set Winx club "LiangSheng" (MAY BE COUNTERFEIT)
Brand: Sikaly
Name: Type/number of model: Item number on the invoice BB1008004 code NO.LS3057
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic doll and accessory toy set containing a fairy doll with a butterfly mirror and a wand packed in cardboard box with a transparent window.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's face contains 34% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the doll shoes contain dibutyl phthalate (DBP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 18 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Doll and accessory set "Betty Fashion Doll"
Brand: Hui Xin Rong
Name: Type/number of model: Item number in invoice BB1007069
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic doll and accessory toy set containing a doll and clothes, shoes, a little pony and a hat packed in a cardboard box with a transparent window.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's face contains 25% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), 3,6% of di-'isonyl' phthalate (DINP), while the pony contains 23% of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. In addition, the doll's yellow plastic trousers contain 370 mg/kg of lead, exceeding the maximum permitted level for toys of 90 mg/kg. The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-3. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 19 |
Germany |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Motorhome "Sun Liner"
Brand: Knaus Tabbert
Name: Type/number of model: EC type-approval: e1*2001/116*0446, TypX250/1
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The notification concerns motor homes manufactured between 2009 and 2011.
Country of origin: Germany
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the front driver and passenger side windows have light transmission of approximately 50%. This can result in reduced visibility of other road users in poor lighting conditions. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer. |
Sweden |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 2 |
Spain |
Category: Toys Product: Mask "Scream"
Brand: Clown
Name: Type/number of model: Ref: 73270;
Batch number/Barcode: 5203359732706
OECD Portal Category: Description: White mask with two teeth (one in the upper part of the mouth and one in the lower part) and black hood. Sold without packaging. Bears a cardboard label showing the brand, the reference number, the barcode and CE marking.
Country of origin: China
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Burns The product poses a risk of burns if it is exposed to a flame because: - the mask continues to burn for more than 2 seconds after the removal of the flame - for the hood, the rate at which the fire spreads exceeds 10 mm/s. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 20 |
United Kingdom |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Vehicle battery separator "Surepower Battery Separator"
Brand: Surepower
Name: Type/number of model: Model codes: 1314, 1314-B, 1314 BP-D, 1315, 1315-B, 1315 NM, 1318 &1319
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The products are uni-directional and bi-directional 100 amp battery separator modules with an integrated relay for 12 volt systems used for heavy duty vehicle applications.
Country of origin: United States
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Fire Some units may have internal circuit board capacitor failure which may lead to overheating, melting, smoke and, in a few cases, fire. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary recall from the market. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 21 |
Portugal |
Category: Cosmetics Product: Skin lightening product "Lightening beauty soap with carrot oil"
Brand: Carolight
Name: Type/number of model: Manufacturing and expiration date (F: 07/11; E: 07/13); Bar code: 9 501101 370746.
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: White and orange cardboard box containing orange soap wrapped in transparent plastic. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and the indications “Contains Hydroquinone. Keep out of reach of children” (in Portuguese, French and English). Volume 100 g.
Country of origin: Democratic Republic Of Congo
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains, as declared on the label, the ingredient hydroquinone, which may have carcinogenic effects. The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Regulation. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
Ireland |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 22 |
Portugal |
Category: Cosmetics Product: Skin lightening product "Lightening beauty cream 500 ml, with carrot oil."
Brand: Caro Light.
Name: Type/number of model: Batch number: 12A27044/12, manufacturing and expiration date (F: 06/07/11; E: 06/07/13).
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: White and orange plastic bottle with an orange screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and other indications in Portuguese, French and English. Volume 500 ml.
Country of origin: Democratic Republic Of Congo
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains, as declared on the label, the ingredient hydroquinone, which may have carcinogenic effects. The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Regulation. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 23 |
Finland |
Category: Lighting equipment Product: Floodlight "Technics"
Brand: Merox
Name: Type/number of model: Type: FL-105 Bar Code: 6 405422 745715
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Incandescent floodlight.
Country of origin: China
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Fire The product poses a risk of fire because: - the temperature of the mounting surface next to the light bulb is 188°C, whereas the maximum allowed temperature is 90°C. - the temperature of the internal wiring next to the reflector is 365 ºC, whereas the maximum allowed temperature is 180 ºC. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 24 |
The Netherlands |
Category: Cosmetics Product: Body lotion
Brand: Sabon
Name: Type/number of model: body lotion, ginger orange Batch code M11191F, exp 6/13 200 ml
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Transparent glass bottle with yellow/gold coloured screw cap.
Country of origin: Israel
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 3382 µg/kg of N-nitrosodiethanolamine which is classified as a human carcinogen and prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary stop on sales and withdrawal from the market. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 25 |
Slovenia |
Category: Pressure equipment/vessels Product: LPG Cylinder
Brand: Amtrol-Alfa
Name: Type/number of model: Steel LPG Cylinder 5kg, PC/1022/043, Serial No 001039 to 002073, Year of manufacture 2003
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: LPG Cylinder. Volume 12.3 l, orange colour.
Country of origin: Portugal
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Fire and Burns The product poses a risk of fire and burns because, due to inappropriate welds, there is a possibility of leakage along the length of the weld. The product does not comply with Transportable Pressure Equipment Directive 1999/36/EC and the standard EN 1442. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 26 |
Finland |
Category: Electrical appliances and equipment Product: Extension lead
Brand: Elexi
Name: Type/number of model: Type: GES-055 Bar Code: 6 420300 020555
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Multi-socket cord extension set with surge protector.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because during unplugging from individual sockets the entire socket section on one side of the device can come loose and give access to hazardous live parts. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61643. |
Compulsory measures: Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 27 |
Finland |
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Boys' trousers
Brand: Nicholas
Name: Type/number of model: Item E11-N1688 in invoice
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Boys’ grey trousers, material 100 % cotton. A metallic hook / clasp in the waist. Sizes 104-152 cm.
Country of origin: India
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk as it releases nickel from the metallic parts (hook) at the rate of 1.1-1.6 µg/cm²/week. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 28 |
Greece |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger Car "CR-Z"
Brand: HONDA
Name: Type/number of model: Model code: ZF1
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The recall concerns vehicles, manufactured between 16 December 2009 and 23 June 2011, with VINs from JHMZF1**0BS200025 to JHMZF1**0BS212052 and Type Approval Number e11*2007/46*0100*00.
Country of origin: Japan
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries as, if the engine stalls accidentally, the electric motor may move the vehicle forwards or backwards unexpectedly. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer. |
Germany Poland Ireland Denmark Netherlands Sweden Norway United Kingdom Hungary Bulgaria Poland Portugal Estonia Lithuania |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 29 |
Greece |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger car "Sandero"
Brand: Dacia
Name: Type/number of model: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The recall concerns vehicles fitted with the engines D4F and D4FT manufactured between 17/09/2010 and 30/11/2010. See attached list of VIN numbers
Country of origin: Romania
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries as the engine may be damaged by the non-conformity of the valve half-cones. Incidents reported. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer. |
Germany Netherlands Hungary Portugal |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 3 |
Denmark |
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Blouse "Relisse Jersey Blouse"
Brand: InWear
Name: Type/number of model: Jersey blouse, Female, C41573004
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Long sleeved jersey blouse with metal zipper.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the zipper tape contains azo dyes releasing 130mg/kg of p-aminoazobenzene, exceeding the limit value of 30mg/kg. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market. |
Iceland Ireland |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 4 |
Slovenia |
Category: Toys Product: Wooden blocks "Animal Stacking Box"
Brand: Wonderworld
Name: Type/number of model: EAN: 8851285125092, Art. WW-2509, batch 9D49A
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Painted wooden blocks that can be stacked.
Country of origin: Thailand
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because small wooden parts can be detached from the toy. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive nor with the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer. |
Denmark |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 5 |
Latvia |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable toy "Air Toys" Brand: TOI-TOYS Name: Type/number of model: EAN 8714627161014, Art. no. 6101
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Inflatable toy frog made from PVC, in green colour with black dots, eyes and mouth. Packaging – a transparent plastic bag with sticker containing the address of the company Toi-Toys, EAN code, Art. Nr. and warnings.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk for children because the green mat polymer material contains 0,27% by weight of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP), 6,1% of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), 0,09% of di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP) and the green transparent polymer material contains 13,1% of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. |
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal from the market and stop of sales. Compulsory measures: Sales ban, recall from consumers and destruction of the remaining stocks ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 6 |
Romania |
Category: Electrical appliances and equipment Product: Electric water heater
Brand: RJE
Name: Type/number of model: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Electric water heater packed in a plastic bag. 220V-240V and 500W.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the plug is made of two parts which are improperly fastened and water could get inside; - the power cord consists of two wires which are under-dimensioned and improperly insulated; - it is not earthed. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 7 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Plastic animal figures "The World of Animal"
Brand: Dausini
Name: Type/number of model: Item number on the invoice: DW0909007
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic animal toy set containing figures of dinosaurs packed in a transparent plastic bag with a cardboard label.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk to children because it contains 3.6% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). In addition, the bag contains an excessive level of phenol and cadmium. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 8 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Plastic animal figures
Brand: Funny Toys Animals, World of Nature
Name: Type/number of model: Item number in invoice: DW0910025
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic animal toy set containing figures of jungle animals packed in a transparent plastic bag with a cardboard label.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risks because it contains up to 6,9% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). Moreover, the product contains di-'isonyl' phthalate (DINP) (positive, not quantified) and a quantity of phenol exceeding the maximum permitted level of 150 mg/kg. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. In addition, the plastic bag contains 330 mg/kg of cadmium. The product poses an environmental pollution risk and indirect health risks because the quantity of Cadmium (expressed as Cd metal) exceeds the limit 0.01% (i.e. 100 mg/kg) by mass of the polymer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 9 |
Finland |
Category: Toys Product: Doll and accessory set "Doctor"
Brand: Unknown
Name: Type/number of model: Item number on the invoice: YJ1007031
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Plastic doll and accessory toy set containing doll and doctor equipment packed in a blister card
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's face contains 28% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the stethoscope contains 22% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children. |
Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities. |
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