The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX)

RAPEX - Weekly overview report of notificationsWeek 46 - 2018

Corrigendum : Notification A12/0794/18 from Report 2018-023 has been permanently withdrawn at the request of the notifying authority, following reassessment of the risk.

Alert number: A12/1713/18Product: EarringsName: Earrings Silver CZ Iced Out CrownRisk type: Chemical

Category: JewelleryBrand: misterblingType / number of model: UnknownRisk level: Serious risk

The earrings contain cadmium (measured value up to 0.017% by weight).Cadmium is harmful to human health, because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer.

The product does not comply with the REACH regulation.Removal of the product listing from the online marketplace.Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Silver earrings in the shape of a crown with rhinestones. The product has been sold online (e.g. via www.misterbling.se).Batch number / Barcode: Unknown Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Sweden

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Alert number: A12/1714/18Product: NecklaceName: Viking necklaceRisk type: Chemical

Category: JewelleryBrand: UnknownType / number of model: UnknownRisk level: Serious risk

The necklace contains cadmium (measured value up to: 67 % by weight).Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Removal of the product listing from the online marketplace.Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Necklace with viking symbol. The product has been sold online (e.g. via www.angelodemon.se).Batch number / Barcode: Unknown Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Sweden

Alert number: A12/1719/18Product: Tattoo inkName: GRAFFITI GREENRisk type: Chemical

Category: Chemical productsBrand: Eternal Ink Type / number of model: UnknownRisk level: Serious risk

The product contains the aromatic amine o-toluidine (measured value: 407.5 mg/kg).This aromatic amine can cause cancer.

The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, recommends that aromatic amines with carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic or sensitising properties should neither be present in tattoos and permanent make-up products nor released from azo-colourants.Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDescription: Green tattoo ink in a 30 ml bottle.Batch number / Barcode: Lot No 08/01/2016 Country of origin: United States Alert submitted by: Italy

Alert number: A12/1705/18Product: LED lampsName: UnknownRisk type: Chemical, Choking

Category: Lighting equipmentBrand: UnknownType / number of model: LED lamp Sky / LED lamp StjerneRisk level: Serious risk

The battery compartment is not secured and can easily be opened causing the button cell batteries to become accessible.A child might put the batteries in the mouth and swallow them, causing choking or damage to the gastrointestinal tract.Recall of the product from end usersDescription: Battery-operated, LED lamps for children - one shaped as a cloud, the other as a star.Batch number / Barcode: 5713142007077 / 5713142007084 Country of origin: Unknown Alert submitted by: Denmark

Alert number: A12/1666/18Product: Plastic dollName: Happy Partner! / Beauty GirlRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: L.O.L. SURPRISE! Type / number of model: No.2085Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 17.5% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Plastic doll with big eyes, approx. 30 cm tall, in a box with transparent window.Batch number / Barcode: 8597246180006 / 8596247180008, ITEM NO: TT7246K34 / ITEM NO: TT6247K32 THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEITCountry of origin: China Alert submitted by: Czech Republic

Alert number: A12/1669/18Product: PuttyName: Glitter PuttyRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: 1) Disney Princess 2) Disney Junior, MinnieType / number of model: 1) DSP-3099 2) DMM-3099Risk level: Serious risk

The migration of boron from the putty is too high (measured value up to 2500 mg/kg).Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDescription: Red glitter putty that can be rolled, stretched and bounced.Batch number / Barcode: Batch Code G/01/16 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Finland

Alert number: A12/1673/18Product: LED balloonsName: Light up BalloonsRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: UnknownType / number of model: UnknownRisk level: Serious risk

The button batteries are easily accessible.As a consequence, they could be swallowed by children causing damage to internal organs including the oesophagus and the stomach.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 62115.Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Five balloons that light up, 28 cm in diameter and packed in a cellophane bag. There is a fixed LED light inside the balloon which is powered with 2 button cell batteries.Batch number / Barcode: 6913254220084 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Cyprus

Alert number: A12/1688/18Product: Plastic dollName: Sweet Baby DollRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: EverpinkType / number of model: LZY: 62666 (on attached label), N° HX330 (on packaging) Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 8.7 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Destruction of the productDescription: Plastic doll with accessories, packaged in a cardboard box with plastic window.Batch number / Barcode: 2017418626669 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Poland

Alert number: A12/1690/18Product: Plastic dollName: Beautiful / Fashion dollRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: UnknownType / number of model: LZY: 62308 (on attached label), N° R17 (on packaging) Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 16.4 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Destruction of the productDescription: Plastic doll packaged in a cardboard box with plastic window.Batch number / Barcode: 2017418623088 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Poland

Alert number: A12/1691/18Product: Plastic dollName: BeautyRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: UnknownType / number of model: LZY: 62307 (on attached label), N° 8125 (on packaging) Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 2.3 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Destruction of the productDescription: Plastic doll packaged in a cardboard box with plastic window.Batch number / Barcode: 2017418623071 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Poland

Alert number: A12/1692/18Product: Plastic dollName: Magic World SnowRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: UnknownType / number of model: N° 318Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 11.9 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Destruction of the productDescription: Plastic doll packaged in a cardboard box with plastic window.Batch number / Barcode: Unknown Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Poland

Alert number: A12/1693/18Product: Plastic dollName: Elsa & Anna Summer Solstice Gift SetRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: Diversity Fashion / Diversity StoreType / number of model: N° 868Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 6.4 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Destruction of the productDescription: Plastic doll packaged in a plastic box.Batch number / Barcode: Unknown Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Poland

Alert number: A12/1694/18Product: Plastic doll with accessoriesName: Educational ToysRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: ZDType / number of model: Item No. ZD892-82ABRisk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 31 % by weight).This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Plastic doll with kitchenware accessories. Packaging: plastic bag.Batch number / Barcode: 6920171018298 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Hungary

Alert number: A12/1695/18Product: Plastic dollName: Party GirlRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: Mi EstiloType / number of model: No. MX168Risk level: Serious risk

The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 29 % by weight) and di-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 0.84% by weight).These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Long-haired, plastic doll with accessories. Packaging: heart-shaped plastic blister.Batch number / Barcode: 8999000002805 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Hungary

Alert number: A12/1696/18Product: Inflatable swim ringName: SWIM RINGRisk type: Chemical

Category: ToysBrand: Numerous StarType / number of model: C297-B-E-0420-002 Risk level: Serious risk

The valve of the swim ring contains di(2-etylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 24% by weight) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured value: 0.16% by weight).These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system or the liver.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the marketDescription: Rainbow-coloured, inflatable swim ring with 22” diameter. Packaging: plastic bagBatch number / Barcode: 5180542025084 Country of origin: China Alert submitted by: Hungary

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