Product Safety Alert Holiday Gift Daily #60

Product Safety Alert – Holiday Gift Daily #60

Traditionally, the end of the year is a time of conviviality and togetherness. Giving presents is an undeniable part of this. But what should you pay attention to when it comes to the safety of these presents? There are still many unsafe products on offer. You do not want your loved-ones to be hurt.

Children's Plastic Handbag in the Shape of a Watermelon

Today we draw your attention to a plastic bag in shape of a water melon slice. The product was also sold online. The green, red, black and white bag was found in the EU member state of Sweden. The brand name is Rusta and type name of this bag is Strandväska Fruit. Product Model/Type Number of this particular bag is 626014060101, the Batch Number is 1777235.

The green plastic of the bag contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 6.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

This product was withdrawn from the market and we advice consumers that have already purchased this product to cease using it and contact the dealer or retailer where it was bought.


Product Safety Alert - Recall of a Children's Plastic Handbag in the Shape of a Watermelon
Product Safety Alert – Recall of a Children's Plastic Handbag in the Shape of a Watermelon| Photo source: EU Safety Gate

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This is just an example of a product safety alert about toys and other items and their hazards that you need to be aware of. Millions of products have been recalled this year. Here's a video from the US Consumer Reports on how to protect yourself and your family. With our Holiday Gift Daily we will continue to follow the news on Product Safety and we will continue to keep you informed.