Measures ordered by public authorities: Withdrawal of the product from the market

Toy ponies

Year: 
2016
Week: 
27
Product: 
TOYS BABY
Brand: 

The plastic material of the pony contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 32.1% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation, DEHP, DBP and BBP phthalates are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.

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Balance bicyle

Year: 
2016
Week: 
26
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

A sticker and a plastic plug on the bicycle can be detached, generating small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover, the plastic bag of the packaging is too thin: if a child plays with the packaging, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

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Firework

Year: 
2016
Week: 
26
Product: 
FIRE SKULL
Brand: 

The battery is very unstable and does not stay upright during functioning; it is very likely to fall on its side. If that happens, burning projectiles could hit persons, causing burns, or come into contact with flammable material, causing a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.

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Babies' mobile

Year: 
2016
Week: 
26
Product: 
Grow Up Happily
Brand: 

The heart-shaped pieces detach easily and generate small parts. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

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Decorative candle

Year: 
2016
Week: 
26
Product: 
Unknown

The candles, due to their characteristic form, colour and size may be mistaken for foodstuff. Small parts can be easily detached or bitten from the product and swallowed by children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.

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Fancy-dress costumes

Year: 
2016
Week: 
25
Product: 
1) Little Red Riding Hood 2) Ninja Niño (Little Ninja)
Brand: 

The ties on the hood of the Little Red Riding Hood costume may get caught while the child is playing and cause strangulation. The cords on the Ninja costume may get caught on a moving object and the child could suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 14682.

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