Product Recall: PepCo Licensed Colouring Pencils (24pk) sold by Poundland (2404-0158)
Product Recall for PepCo Licensed Colouring Pencils presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: PepCo Licensed Colouring Pencils in Tube sold by Poundland
Hazard: The pencils present a serious chemical risk as they contain excess concentrations of phthalates which can cause damage to the reproductive system.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Stationery - Colouring Pencils |
|---|---|
| Brand | PepCo |
| Product Codes | 757270, 758008, 831809, 857408, 889739, 855168, 855169, 855170 |
| Barcodes | 2200434466467, 2200134746760, 2200134991665, 2200135199763, 2200159633267, 2200159915066, 2200159915264, 2200159915363 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | 24 pack of colouring pencils in various licensed designs including Mickey Mouse, Spider Man and Star Wars. |
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Hazard
The products present a serious chemical risk as they were found to contain phthalates at levels that exceed the legal limit.
Phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. For further information, access the Poundland recall site at the following link: https://www.poundland.co.uk/product-recall.
Additional information
PSD number: 2404-0158
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards