Duckling glow in the dark · Mini squeaking duck, glows in the dark

This toy poses a chemical risk because it contains an excessive amount of phthalate (di-2-ethylhexyphthalate DEHP) - 15.9 % by weight, which exceeds the limit of 0,1 % by weight.DEHP is classified as category 2 toxic for reproduction material. Phthalates have a negative effect on the development of male/female reproductive organs. Especially children are vulnerable as their body is developing and can be negatively affected by these toxic substances.

Published: 08 June 2007
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other. Category of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the distributor. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: 0518/07
Model: Article No: 20/1018, EAN 4029811136469
Check-digit validated barcodes: 4029811136469

Classification

Category: Toys
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

Cream-coloured, soft-plastic duck, approximately 4 cm in size; orange beak, blue eyes; small opening in base