Epokus — Balloons
Balloons in various colours, some with confetti inside. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0CY2FCK2X).
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Catégorie
- Toys
- Risque
- The balloons release an excessive amount of nitrosamines (measured total value: 0.94 mg/ kg), and nitrosatable substances (measured value: 4.56 mg/kg) which generate nitrosamines. Nitrosamines may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. A child could be exposed to them when touching or putting the product in the mouth.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordonnées par les autorités
- ▸ (to: Other) Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- ▸ (to: Other) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? Epokus brand balloons may release harmful chemicals called nitrosamines. These can be dangerous if a child touches or puts the balloons in their mouth.
What's happening? The balloons have too much of these chemicals. This makes them unsafe for children.
Does this affect me? If you have these balloons in Germany or Luxembourg, your child could be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the balloons right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any concerns.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Toys · Hazard: The balloons release an excessive amount of nitrosamines (measured total value: 0.94 mg/ kg), and nitrosatable substances (measured value: 4.56 mg/kg) which generate nitrosamines. Nitrosamines may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. A child could be exposed to them when touching or putting the product in the mouth. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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