Balloons Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Balloons

Brand: Patimate

Country: Germany

Hazards: 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/01365/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Balloons
Brand Patimate
Country Germany
Case Number SR/01365/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
The European Commission’s Safety Gate system has published a recall notification concerning a set of balloons sold under the brand Patimate. The recall was initiated by the manufacturer and notified by Germany. The product was found to release excessive levels of nitrosatable substances and nitrosamines, posing a chemical risk to children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The case number is SR/01365/26.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Balloons (set of 113 colourful balloons)
– Brand: Patimate
– Name: Rainbow Balloons
– Type/Model Number: W6301-114
– Batch Number: CN2025-07-10
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Sales Channel: The product was sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0DK1PMXFX).
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The material of which the balloons are made releases an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances and nitrosamines. The measured values are 1.83 mg/kg for nitrosatable substances and 0.14 mg/kg for nitrosamines. Nitrosamines can cause cancer if swallowed or through skin contact. A child could be exposed to them if they touch the product or put it in their mouth. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk” by the notifying authority.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are advised to take the following actions as ordered by the manufacturer and notified by the German authorities:
– Recall of the product from end users: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer for returning or disposing of the balloons.
– Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace: The online marketplace (Amazon) has been instructed to remove the product listing to prevent further sales.
– Stop of sales: The manufacturer has stopped all sales of the product as of 13/01/2026.
– Destruction of the product: The manufacturer has ordered the destruction of the product as of 13/01/2026.

Consumers who have purchased the product should contact the manufacturer or the seller (Amazon) for specific return or disposal instructions. The date of entry into force for the recall from end users is listed as “Unknown” in the recall notice, meaning the exact start date for consumer-level recall actions is not specified.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as ordered by the manufacturer and notified by Germany, includes:
– Recall of the product from end users: The manufacturer is required to retrieve the product from consumers.
– Destruction of the product: The manufacturer is required to destroy the recalled balloons.
– Stop of sales: Sales have been halted as of 13/01/2026.
– Removal of online listing: The product listing on Amazon (ASIN: B0DK1PMXFX) has been removed.

No specific remedy such as a refund or replacement is explicitly stated in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the manufacturer or the online marketplace for details on how the recall will be executed (e.g., refund, replacement, or disposal instructions).

6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: Germany (the recall was notified by German authorities).
– Online Marketplace: Amazon (ASIN: B0DK1PMXFX). Consumers who purchased via Amazon should contact Amazon customer service for return or refund instructions.
– Manufacturer: The manufacturer is the economic operator who ordered the measures. No direct contact details (phone number, email, or address) are provided in the recall notice.
– Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098815
– Case Number: SR/01365/26

Consumers seeking further information should refer to the official Safety Gate alert or contact the German national consumer protection authority. No additional contact information is 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 Balloons?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01365/26).

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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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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