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midex inflatable fish — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalNov 7, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 17.61% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor — Other

Product description

The fish is made of green, softened plastic with white stripes, a picture of ducks and an umbrella. Sold in a plastic package with a sticky label with the following information: CE mark, "Not suitable for children younger than 3 years." Danger of swallowing small parts.

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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