Tykkimäki · Unknown

The product contains 30% by weight of di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP). 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. The transparent plastic suction cup can be easily detached. A child could put it in the mouth and choke on it. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Published: 31 October 2014
Notifying authority: Finland
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): Import rejected at border. Date of entry into force: 17/09/2014

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1714/14
Model: Article No. 20130005
Batch: Unknown

Classification

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

Product description

A soft toy soldier dressed in a camouflage uniform with a hat and black shoes. On the hat there is a red star. A suction cup is attached to the hat of the soldier with a white string.