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Princess Figure in Slime — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalSep 23, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Princess Figure in Slime — chemical risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as the green coloured slime contains excess concentrations of boron. The sample was found to contain between 1008-1480mg/kg (244 ± 236mg/kg) of migratable boron, which exceeds the maximum permissible concentration of 300mg/kg. Digestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

Clear plastic containers of toy slime, one green and one pink, both containing a plastic doll.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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