Ducks and ring
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The plastic material of the rubber duck contains di-(2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 19.9 % by weight).
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? A rubber duck toy made of plastic. Tests found a chemical called DEHP in the plastic.
What's happening? The chemical DEHP can be harmful if touched or swallowed. The duck has too much of it.
Does this affect me? If you have this duck, especially in the Czech Republic, it may be unsafe.
What should I do? Stop using the duck right away. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if you have used it.
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Toys · Hazard: The plastic material of the rubber duck contains di-(2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 19.9 % by weight). · Origin: People's Republic of China
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