Artificial Christmas tree

What is the danger

The red plastic material of the product has an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 1.1% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The red plastic has short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 0.18% by weight). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation) nor with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 19 September 2023

Product

Description

Red plastic Christmas tree in two parts, with a tree stand, lights and balls. There is an instruction manual. Product sold online.

Packaging

No packaging.

Brand

VIDAXL

Model / type

330099