GIOTTO / FILA · TURBO SCENT - scented fibre pens

The pens contain allergenic fragrances: geraniol, linolool and benzyl alcohol (measured values 300 mg/kg, 340 mg/kg and 150 mg/kg respectively). They are not indicated in the list of ingredients and consumers are not made aware of the presence of these substances. Linolool can trigger sensitisation and allergic reactions; toys shall also not contain geraniol and benzyl alcohol unless technically unavoidable. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.

Published: 04 November 2016
Notifying authority: France
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Distributor. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 14/10/2016 · Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Distributor. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 14/10/2016

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1431/16
Model: TURBO SCENT 4241 00
Batch: 8000825424106
Check-digit validated barcodes: 8000825424106

Classification

Category: Toys
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: Italy

Product description

Colourful cardboard box with window showing the scented felt pens (eight pcs).