Swim ring (ABCD Series)
25th December 2010
Item Description:
Type/number of model: Ertong Toys Factory 808653, ABCD Series. Bar code: 5 999045 437405
Description: A yellow inflatable swim ring with a diameter of 75 cm, which does not contain CE marking. The packaging of the product is a transparent plastic bag with CE marking. The packaging also contains a warning note, but only in English and Chinese.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Chemical and Choking
The product poses a chemical risk because the mouthpiece contains 23% of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), and 10% of di-"isononyl" phthalate (DINP).
According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or childcare article can be placed in the mouth by children.
The product also poses a risk of choking because the mouthpiece can be easily detached and swallowed.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
Action Taken:
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
HUNGARY
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
25th December 2010 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
