Fancy-dress costume Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Fancy-dress costume

Brand: Rubies

Country: France

Hazards: Choking Hazard, Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01513/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Fancy-dress costume
Brand Rubies
Country France
Case Number SR/01513/26
Hazard Choking Hazard, Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record
Database: EU Safety Gate
Record ID: SR/01513/26
Date of Entry: Based on measures effective from January 2026

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1. Recall Summary

A recall has been issued for a Rubies brand fancy-dress costume sold in France. The product, identified as “Déguisement Alien vert” (Green Alien Costume), poses chemical and choking risks to consumers. The recall was initiated by the distributor and includes measures such as withdrawal from the market, recall from end users, destruction of the product, removal of the online marketplace listing, and a warning to consumers. The notifying country is France. The country of origin is the People’s Republic of China.

2. Affected Products

– Product: Fancy-dress costume (Green Alien costume with stuffed parts, intended for young children).
– Brand: Rubies
– Name: Déguisement Alien vert
– Model / Type Number: S8703
– Batch Number: 45000693314500077527450008745445000989084500105820AF018493
– Barcode: 8422971870345
– Case Number: SR/01513/26
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: France

3. Hazard Information

The product presents two specific hazards as identified in the EU Safety Gate alert:

– Chemical Risk: The migration of chromium (VI) from the textile labels is too high. The measured value was up to 0.32 mg/kg. Chromium (VI) is a sensitising substance that can trigger allergic reactions and can cause cancer.
– Choking Hazard: The fibrous stuffing material of the costume is easily accessible. A small child could put this material in the mouth and choke.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-3.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers are advised to take the following actions as specified in the recall notice:

– Recall of the product from end users: The distributor has initiated a recall of the product from consumers. The date of entry into force for this measure is 26/01/2026.
– Warning consumers of the risks: Consumers have been warned of the risks associated with this product. The date of entry into force for this warning is 08/06/2026.
– Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace: The online marketplace listing for this product has been removed. The date of entry into force for this measure is 08/06/2026.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and follow the instructions provided by the distributor or the official recall notice.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedies, as notified by the distributor, include:

– Withdrawal of the product from the market: The product has been withdrawn from the market. The date of entry into force for this measure is 20/01/2026.
– Recall of the product from end users: The product is being recalled from consumers. The date of entry into force for this measure is 26/01/2026.
– Destruction of the product: The product is to be destroyed. The date of entry into force for this measure is not specified in the recall notice.
– Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace: The online listing has been removed. The date of entry into force for this measure is 08/06/2026.

Specific instructions for obtaining a refund, replacement, or other compensation are not detailed in the source data. Consumers should contact the point of purchase or the distributor for further instructions.

6. Contact Information

– Official Recall Notice (France): https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/21059/Interne
– EU Safety Gate Alert: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098978
– Distributor Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Manufacturer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Fancy-dress costume?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01513/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Fancy-dress costume?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Fancy-dress costume?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What if my child has already used this product?

A: Check for any signs of injury. Monitor closely and contact a healthcare provider if concerned.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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