Skipping rope toy Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

RECALL INFORMATION RECORD
Database: EU Safety Gate
Record ID: SR/01360/26
Date of Entry: Based on notification from Poland, effective 27/02/2026

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1. Recall Summary

The notifying country, Poland, has issued a recall for a specific skipping rope toy. The recall was initiated by the importer of the product due to a chemical risk identified in the plastic material. The product has been found to contain an excessive concentration of dibutyl phthalate (DBP), a substance restricted under EU regulations. The importer has taken multiple measures, including destruction of the product, warning consumers of the risks, and withdrawal of the product from the market. The recall is classified as a “Serious risk” by the notifying authority.

2. Affected Products

– Product Type: Skipping rope toy with a counter.
– Brand: Midex
– Name: Skakanka
– Model / Type Number: D41960
– Barcode: 5900733637694
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Poland
– Case Number: SR/01360/26
– Category: Toys

3. Hazard Information

The recall notice identifies the following specific hazard:

– Risk Type: Chemical
– Danger: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of dibutyl phthalate (DBP), measured at up to 9.7% by weight. This phthalate may harm health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system.
– Regulatory Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals).

No other hazards (e.g., mechanical, choking, or fire) are specified in the recall notice.

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies that the importer has taken the following measure directly affecting consumers:

– Warning consumers of the risks: The importer has issued a warning to consumers regarding the chemical risk associated with this product. Consumers who have purchased this product should heed this warning.

The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers beyond the general warning. Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and to follow the official remedy outlined below.

5. Official Remedy

The importer has taken the following official measures, effective from 27/02/2026:

– Destruction of the product: The importer is arranging for the destruction of affected units.
– Withdrawal of the product from the market: The product has been removed from sale and distribution channels.
– Warning consumers of the risks: As noted above, consumers have been formally warned.

The recall notice does not specify a remedy such as a refund, replacement, or repair for consumers who already possess the product. The primary actions are market withdrawal and destruction. Consumers should contact the point of sale or the importer for further instructions on how to return or dispose of the product.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country Authority: Poland (specific agency not named in the provided data).
– Importer: The economic operator taking the notified measures is identified as the “Importer.” No specific company name, address, phone number, or email address is provided in the recall notice.
– Recall Reference: SR/01360/26
– EU Safety Gate Alert Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098840

Note: For further assistance, consumers in Poland may contact their local consumer protection office or the importer of the product. No direct contact details are available in the source data.

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