Balloons — Happy Ballons - Globos Decorativos
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The amount of nitrosamines (0.7 mg/kg) and nitrosatable substances (3.7 mg/kg) released by the balloons is too high. Nitrosatable compunds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhalatio
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? These are colorful balloons meant for parties. Some balloons may release harmful chemicals when you touch or blow them up.
What's happening? Tests show too much of a dangerous chemical in some balloons. This chemical can turn into something that may cause cancer if you breathe it in.
Does this affect me? Anyone who uses these balloons could be at risk. The danger is higher for children who play with them often.
What should I do? Stop using these balloons right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have used them and feel worried.
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Toys · Hazard: The amount of nitrosamines (0.7 mg/kg) and nitrosatable substances (3.7 mg/kg) released by the balloons is too high. Nitrosatable compunds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhalatio · Origin: People's Republic of China
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