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/02068/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Balloons |
| Brand | Balloons |
| Country | Germany |
| Case Number | SR/02068/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Information Record – Reclia Database
1. Recall Summary
A voluntary recall has been issued for a specific batch of decorative balloons sold in Germany. The recall was initiated by the manufacturer and the online marketplace following a notification to the EU Safety Gate system (Case Number: SR/02068/26). The product poses a chemical risk due to non-compliance with the Toy Safety Directive. The manufacturer has withdrawn the product from the market, and the online marketplace has removed the product listing.
2. Affected Products
– Product Name: Dekorative Luftballons (decorative balloons)
– Product Category: Toys
– Product Description: A pack of 50 gold-coloured balloons.
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: QQ241214
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the risk type as “Chemical.” The specific danger is that the balloons release an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances. The measured total value of these substances is 1.33 mg/kg. According to the recall notice, nitrosatable substances can be absorbed through the skin and mouth while playing and generate nitrosamines. The notice further states that nitrosamines may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk.”
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding what they should do with the product they already possess. The official measures taken are at the economic operator level. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official EU Safety Gate alert (Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099575) for any updates or direct consumer instructions. If no consumer-facing instructions are listed, consumers should contact the retailer or online marketplace where the product was purchased for guidance.
5. Official Remedy
The following official measures have been taken by the economic operators:
– Manufacturer: Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 04/05/2026.
– Other (Online Marketplace): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Date of entry into force: 02/04/2026.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy for individual consumers, such as a refund, replacement, or repair. The measures described are limited to stopping further sale and distribution of the affected batch.
6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099575
– Case Number: SR/02068/26
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Manufacturer: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Online Marketplace: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Consumer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact the point of sale (retailer or online marketplace) for further assistance.
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/02068/26).
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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