Product Safety Report: Yellow Duck Bath Toys Sets sold via eBay (2206-0394) (2206-0256) (2206-0221) (2206-0372)
Product Safety Reports for Yellow Duck Bath Toys Sets sold via eBay presenting a serious chemical and choking risk as they contain an excessive concentration of phthalates, and the duck squeaker is considered a small part.
Summary
Product: Yellow Duck Set Bath Toys Sold via eBay
Hazard: The products present a chemical risk as the plastic toys contain excessive concentrations of phthalates and a choking hazard due to presence of small parts.
Corrective action: Withdrawal of the products from the market. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| PSD Case Number | Product Name | Product Identifiers | Image and Report PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2206-0394 | 4 Pcs Yellow Duck Set | eBay Item No: 334084318898 | |
| 2206-0256 | Yellow Mini Ducks | eBay Item No: 313895821915 | |
| 2206-0221 | Yellow Shower Ducks | eBay Item No: 125192034467 | |
| 2206-0372 | Yellow Shower Ducks | eBay Item No: 175186310434 |
Hazard
The product presents a chemical risk as the plastic material of the toys contains an excessive concentration of phthalates. A young child playing with the ducks may mouth the toy, taking in phthalates from the toy which can affect a child’s reproductive system.
The product also presents a choking risk as the duck incorporates a squeaker which is considered a small part, and a young infant may place this in the mouth and choke.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008 and the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case numbers: 2206-0394, 2206-0256, 2206-0221, 2206-0372
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Last updated 17 August 2022 + show all updates
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Addition of shower ducks toy set sold via eBay (PSD case number 2206-0372)
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First published.