Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 24, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Balloons
Brand: Balloons
Country: Germany
Hazards: Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/02093/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Balloons |
| Brand | Balloons |
| Country | Germany |
| Case Number | SR/02093/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Information Record – EU Safety Gate Database
1. Recall Summary
This recall notice, case number SR/02093/26, was issued by Germany and published on the EU Safety Gate system. The recall concerns balloons sold in various colours. The product was found to release an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances, posing a chemical risk. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The notifying country is Germany. The country of origin is Hong Kong. The risk level is classified as serious.
2. Affected Products
– Product: Balloons
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Name: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Description: Balloons in various colours.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The balloons release an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances. The measured total value of these substances is 3.54 mg/kg. Nitrosatable substances can be absorbed through the skin and mouth while playing and generate nitrosamines. Nitrosamines may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The risk type is chemical.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not specify direct instructions for consumers regarding actions such as returning the product or ceasing use. The official measure taken is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. Consumers who have purchased these balloons are advised to check the official EU Safety Gate alert for further details, as the notice does not provide a specific consumer-facing action plan.
5. Official Remedy
The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.” The category of measure is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. The date of entry into force for this measure is 26/05/2026. No refund, replacement, or repair remedy is specified in the recall notice for individual consumers.
6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Country of Origin: Hong Kong
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099551
– Case Number: SR/02093/26
– Pictures of the product are available at the following URLs:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11227556
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11227557
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11227558
– Recall URL: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
Additional Notes
– The product category is Toys.
– The product is classified as a consumer product.
– The recall notice does not provide a brand name, model number, batch number, barcode, or production dates. Consumers are advised to rely on the visual identification of the balloons (various colours) and the case number for reference.
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 Balloons?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/02093/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Balloons?
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 Balloons?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
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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