Plastic toy

What is the danger

The product releases an excessive amount of Nitrosatable substances (measured value: 2.7 mg/kg).

Requirements breached

Nitrosatable compounds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhalation, ingestion or dermal exposure. A child can get exposed to them by putting the giraffe in the mouth. The product does not comply with Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European Standard EN 71112.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 23 August 2019

Product

Description

Plastic giraffe for young children packed in a transparent plastic box.

Brand

NUVITA

Model / type

Reference 7021