Plastic ball
Plastic ball, available in various colours, with an inflation valve.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 12.4% and 0.71% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Retailer) Stop of sales
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What is this? A small plastic ball toy made in China. The plastic has two chemicals called DEHP and DBP that can be harmful.
What's happening? Tests show too much DEHP and DBP in the plastic. These chemicals can hurt children’s bodies.
Does this affect me? Only young children who play with this ball may be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the ball right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have questions.
🤖 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 plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 12.4% and 0.71% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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