France

Ladies' leather gloves

Year: 
2016
Week: 
12
Product: 
Unknown

The gloves contain azo dyes releasing an excessive amount of the aromatic amines 4-aminobiphenyl (measured value 84 mg/kg) and benzidine (measured value 714 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amine may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. The product does not comply with the REACH regulation.

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Toy aeroplane

Year: 
2016
Week: 
11
Product: 
Mon Avion à friction

The transparent plastic of the wheels contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 19.35% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. Moreover, a wheel can be detached easily, generating small parts. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. According to the REACH Regulation, DEHP, DBP and BBP phthalates are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles. 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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Wooden musical box

Year: 
2016
Week: 
10
Product: 
Ange Lapin - Bleu Ciel ("Angel Bunny - Light blue")

The product can easily break and generate small parts (i.e. the little rabbit, the small legs of the box). A small child may 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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Toy puzzle clock

Year: 
2016
Week: 
9
Product: 
Horloge puzzle en bois - Wooden jigsaw-clock

The number 5 of the clock puzzle breaks easily, releasing small parts: a small child may 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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Toy puzzle clock

Year: 
2016
Week: 
9
Product: 
Puzzle Reloj EVA
Brand: 

The hands of the clock become detached easily, releasing small parts (the hands). 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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Fancy-dress costume

Year: 
2016
Week: 
9
Product: 
Swamp Creaper
Brand: 

The mask poses a risk of burns due to its high flammability. Moreover, the decorative rope in the waist area may become entangled during various activities of the child, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-2 and EN 14682.

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Children's tracksuit

Year: 
2016
Week: 
9
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

The product contains azo-dyes releasing the aromatic amines 3,3’-dimethoxybenzidine (measured concentration 224 mg/kg) and benzidine (measured concentration 140 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, this aromatic amine may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. Moreover, the drawstrings in the hood and in the waist area of the tracksuit may become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to strangulation or injuries.

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