ALOB Crazy Cricket Set
- Affected
- Black, hollow toy cricket bat and wickets of similar construction. Rubber imitation cricket ball provided.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious chemical risk due to excess concentration of phthalates
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Toy Cricket Set |
|---|---|
| Brand | ALOB |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Product Description | Black, hollow toy cricket bat and wickets of similar construction. Rubber imitation cricket ball provided. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product is supplied with inadequate installation instructions and warnings. There are no The product presents a serious chemical risk as the plastic material from the cricket ball contains excess concentrations of phthalates. The plastic material from the cricket ball contains 0.08 ± 0.004% DBP, 1.14 ± 0.069% DEHP and 0.48 ± 0.029% DIBP. The product therefore exceeds the specified maximum limit of 0.1% by mass of the plasticised material, as the sum of the four phthalates. A young child playing with the toy is exposed to the phthalates which can potentially harm a child’s health via cancer or non-cancer effects. The product also requires improvement to marking and labelling.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008 or the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2304-0044
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 25 August 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.