EU Safety Gate · Report-2014-036
Kim'play · Epée a Bulles
The transparent yellow plastic of the sword contains 0.36 % by weight of dibutylphtalate (DBP). This phthalate is toxic and harmful for the health of children, causing possible damage of the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles. Presence of mesophilic aerobic micro-organisms in the soap solution exceeding the limit values. There is a risk of infections as the solution may come in contact with the mouth, hands and eyes. The product does not comply with requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
- Published
- 12 September 2014
- Notifying authority
- France
- Catalog checked
- 30 July 2026
Check the authority measure and original alert.
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: Unknown. Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Official source alertProduct identification
- Safety Gate reference
- A12/1402/14
- Model
- Reference: 163
- Batch
- Lot: 1233A / placed on the market: April 2012/ barcode 3225430001633
- Check-digit validated barcodes
- 3225430001633
Classification
- Category
- Toys
- Risk type
- Chemical, Microbiological
- Country of origin
- Hong Kong
Product description
Giant bubble sword – 40 cm – in blister pack with cardboard back.