A recall notice for 669 Animal Bath Toys supplied by T&C Wholesale Pty Ltd and sold in Victoria as the product does not comply with the permanent ban on children’s products containing more than 1% diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP). These products are banned under the ‘Consumer Protection Notice No. 11 of 2011, Permanent Ban on Children’s Products containing more than 1% diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP)’.
T&C Wholesale Pty Ltd - 669 Animal Bath Toys
PRA No.
2020/18292
Date published
24 Apr 2020
Product description
Kids animal bath toys 3pcs (duck, horse and lamb)
Identifying features
Other
669-004A
What are the defects?
The product does not comply with the permanent ban on children’s products containing more than 1% diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP). These products are banned under the ‘Consumer Protection Notice No. 11 of 2011, Permanent Ban on Children’s Products containing more than 1% diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP)’.
DEHP is a commonly used plasticiser that is used to make plastics such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) soft and flexible.
What are the hazards?
A risk of reproductive toxicity exists for young children if they extensively chew or suck on objects with unsafe levels of DEHP.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should cease using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information, consumers can contact T&C Wholesale Pty Ltd on 03 9555 8943 or via email service@tangs.com.au
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Discount variety stores
Where the product was sold
Victoria
Dates available for sale
- 8 July 2019 - 4 March 2020
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Recall advertisement.pdf (1.62 MB)
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
