Shen hua — Balloons
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Toys
- Hazard
- The amount of nitrosatable substances (3.38 mg/kg) released by the balloons is too high. Nitrosatable compounds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhalation, ingestion or dermal expo
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? These are balloons that can give off too much of a harmful chemical when used.
What's happening? The balloons release too much of a chemical that can turn into something dangerous when breathed in, eaten, or touched.
Does this affect me? If you have these balloons in the Netherlands, you could be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using them and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any concerns.
🤖 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 nitrosatable substances (3.38 mg/kg) released by the balloons is too high. Nitrosatable compounds can be converted into nitrosamines, which are genotoxic carcinogens via inhalation, ingestion or dermal expo · Origin: People's Republic of China
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