FUZZY BALL
Soft toy in the shape of a furry ball, in various colours. All models of the product are concerned.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The migration of chromium VI from the toy is too high (measured value 0.34 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising, can trigger allergic reactions and can cause cancer.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Destruction of the product
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What is this? This is a fuzzy ball toy that may have too much of a chemical called chromium VI. Chromium VI can cause allergies and may cause cancer.
What's happening? Tests show the fuzzy ball has too much chromium VI. This chemical can leak out and may harm people.
Does this affect me? If you have this fuzzy ball, you could be at risk. Children who play with it are most in danger.
What should I do? Stop using the fuzzy ball right away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
🤖 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 migration of chromium VI from the toy is too high (measured value 0.34 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising, can trigger allergic reactions and can cause cancer. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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