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Palmax Child Mask and Snorkel Set — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalNov 4, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Palmax Child Mask and Snorkel Set — chemical risk
Photo from the official notice: Palmax Child Mask and Snorkel Set — chemical risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as the snorkel mouthpiece contains 210000 mg/kg of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which exceeds the maximum permitted level of <1000 mg/kg. Phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system or unborn child. The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008 or the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Remedy

The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled. Affected consumers are advised to return the mask to their place of purchase for a full refund.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

A mask and snorkel set in two colours packaged in clear plastic wrapping.

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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