Unsafe products recalled from the European market in 2020
This electric scooter was recalled because its steering column tube can break. As a result, the user might lose control and fall off the scooter and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value up to 1980mg/kg). Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
The plastic material of this toy’s eyes contains an excessive amount of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 0.32% 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.
The battery compartments of this toy are easily accessible. A child may put the batteries in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115.
The plastic sheeting on the product’s paws can be easily broken and detached, generating small parts. A small child may put these in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard En 71-1.
The rims and bridge of the product release an excessive amount of nickel (measured value up to: 13.6 µg/cm2/ week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the relevant European standard EN 16128. L-Għażla | 2020/21
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