Flexible water pipe — chemical risk
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Hazard
The plastic material of the water pipe contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 3.7% by weight) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) measured values up to 19% by weight. These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Withdrawal of the product from the market — Distributor (23/08/2023)
Product description
A grey-white flexible water pipe
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.