Plastic PVC Clear Transparent Case Cosmetic Plast
Transparent plastic PVC cosmetic bag. Product sold online, in particular via eBay.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical, Environment
- Category
- Clothing, textiles and fashion items
- Origin
- Unknown
Hazard: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to : 5.936 %, 0.774 % and 4.01 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to: 0.42 % SCCP by weight). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer.
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Other) Withdrawal of the product from market
What is this? A clear plastic case may contain too much of three harmful chemicals called phthalates and another called SCCPs. These can hurt your body and the earth.
What's happening? Tests found unsafe levels of these chemicals in the plastic. They can cause long-term harm.
Does this affect me? Anyone who uses or touches this case may be at risk. It is sold in Sweden.
What should I do? Stop using the case now. 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, Environment · Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items · Hazard: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to : 5.936 %, 0.774 % and 4.01 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to: 0.42 % SCCP by weight). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. · Origin: Unknown
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