Pms · Loom Charms

The charms contain bis(2-ethylhexyl) phathalate (DEHP) above the permitted level (measured values above 1% by weight). This phthalate may harm 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.

Published: 24 October 2014
Notifying authority: Malta
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Other. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 03/10/2014

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1681/14
Model: SS13 1ST UK
Batch: Barcode 5 025572 132954Item no 544017
Check-digit validated barcodes: 5025572132954

Classification

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

Product description

Plastic charms to be affixed to loom bands. Various shapes: ladybird, turtles, owls, bees, flowers and hearts. The charms are supplied in a plastic bag with a cardboard label.