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Soft plastic — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2024-12-06
Hazard: Chemical, Environment

Soft plastic poses chemical and environmental hazards

CountryEuropean Union
CategoryConsumer goods
Published2024-12-06
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
HazardChemical, Environment
Hazard descriptionThe plastic material of the product has excessive concentrations of cadmium and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 0.02% and 49% by weight, respectively). Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment. DEHP may harm the health of children by causing possible damage to the reproductive system.
Non-complianceREACH Regulation
RemedyBan on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
Recall numberINFO/00134/24
Official noticeView source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actionsMarketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable productsRestricted-substance test reports (phthalates, lead, cadmium, PFAS…) covering current batches and all variants.
Rules & standards likely involvedGPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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