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KAI XIN party pack face colour — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalAug 3, 2007

Hazard

Several paints and pencils contain high concentrations of metals, especially the green paint: 31795 mg/kg Lead, 16427 mg/kg Chromium, 49 mg/kg Arsenic, 765 mg/kg Antimony, 7160 mg/kg Barium. The presence of the metals in cosmetics is restricted by the European Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC. The measured concentrations are well over the acceptable limits for these metals.This product does not comply with the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer/distributor — Other

Product description

Plastic and carbon box containing face painting kit: 6 colouring crèmes, 4 crayons, 2 brushes, 2 make up sponges, 1 mirror, 1 glitter cream, pattern paper (blue plastic). Instructions of use in English on one side of the box, including «not suitable for children under 5 years old », and « choking hazard – small parts not for children under 5 years » (see photos). CE marking.

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.

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