Balloons

What is the danger

The latex of the balloons releases an excessive amount of nitrosamines (measured total value: up to 1.9 mg/kg). Nitrosamines 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. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 26 September 2024

Product

Description

100 latex balloons in mixed colours.

Packaging

Plastic bag.

Brand

Tong Ao