Bipl — Bunte Luftballons, Partydeko, Deko Geburtstag
Set of 100 coloured balloons. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0DYWYSWBK).
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The material of which the balloons are made releases an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances and nitrosamines (measured values: 5.6 mg/kg and 0.1 mg/kg, respectively). Nitrosamines can cause cancer if swallowed or through skin contact. A child could be exposed to them if they touch the product or put it in their mouth.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Other) Recall of the product from end users
- ▸ (to: Other) Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
What is this? These are colorful balloons made for parties. They may have too much of a harmful chemical.
What's happening? The balloons can release chemicals that may cause cancer if touched or put in the mouth.
Does this affect me? Children who touch or put these balloons in their mouth are at risk.
What should I do? Stop using these balloons right away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Toys · Hazard: The material of which the balloons are made releases an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances and nitrosamines (measured values: 5.6 mg/kg and 0.1 mg/kg, respectively). Nitrosamines can cause cancer if swallowed or through skin contact. A child could be exposed to them if they touch the product or put it in their mouth. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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