D&F — Gelukkig Nieuwjaar! Ballonnen
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The amount of nitrosamines (0.14 mg/kg) and nitrosatable substances (3.22 mg/kg) released by the balloons is too high. Nitrosatable compounds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhala
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? These are New Year balloons that can give off harmful chemicals when you touch or pop them.
What's happening? The balloons release too much of two unsafe chemicals. These can turn into things that may cause cancer.
Does this affect me? If you have these balloons at home, you could breathe in the chemicals when you use them.
What should I do? Stop using the balloons right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Toys · Hazard: The amount of nitrosamines (0.14 mg/kg) and nitrosatable substances (3.22 mg/kg) released by the balloons is too high. Nitrosatable compounds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhala · Origin: People's Republic of China
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