Carnival mask - Lidex
30th October 2010
Item Description:
Type/number of model: EAN 8100000099058
Description: Carnival mask in the form of a clown's face, packed in transparent film.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because the toy's green polymer material contains 17% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.317% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).
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.
Action Taken:
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
Notifying Country:
GERMANY
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:
30th October 2010 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
