Balloons

What is the danger

The balloons release an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances (measured total value up to 0.1 mg/kg). Nitrosatable substances can be transformed into nitrosamines which may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. A child could be exposed to them when touching or putting the product in the mouth.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-12.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 22 November 2022

Product

Description

Set of 20 balloons in varying colours. Product sold online.

Packaging

Plastic bag with cardboard backing.

Model / type

08017

Barcode

8711252080178