[Recalled] Devil puppet — The product poses a chemical risk because the black textile part of the "devil"… | EU Safety Gate 2008-06-06
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Devil puppet |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | SIMBA® TOYS |
| Category | Toys |
| Issuing authority | EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) |
| Reference | 0595/08 |
| Country of notice | Germany |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 06 June 2008 |
Why it was recalled
According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: The product poses a chemical risk because the black textile part of the "devil" hand puppet contains 581 mg/kg 4-aminoazobenzene which is a banned azo dye.
This recall concerns Toys products distributed in Germany and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (RAPEX). Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
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