Balloons

What is the danger

The rubber of the balloons releases an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances(measured total value: 2.63 mg/kg), which generate nitrosamines among which it was found N-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) and N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). 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. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: ManufacturerIn force from: 5 June 2025
2. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: ManufacturerIn force from: 5 June 2025

Product

Description

Package of 8 heart-shaped balloons, intended for Valentine's day.

Packaging

Cardboard box.

Brand

Poundland/Dealz

Model / type

939773

Barcode

5045735005543

Batch

SS25