Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 28, 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/02071/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Balloons |
| Brand | Balloons |
| Country | Germany |
| Case Number | SR/02071/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Summary
This record documents a recall notification concerning a consumer product identified within the EU Safety Gate system. The notifying country is Germany, and the case number is SR/02071/26. The product under recall is a pack of black balloons. The balloons were found to release an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances, with a measured total value of 2.19 mg/kg. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The risk type is classified as chemical. The country of origin is the People’s Republic of China.
Affected Products
The affected product is described as “Balloons” with the type or model number “QQ0619-black.” The product appears as a pack of balloons in black colour. No brand name, batch number, barcode, or production dates were provided in the recall notice. The product category is Toys. The recall notice does not specify a unique product name beyond the general descriptor and model identifier.
Hazard Information
The primary hazard identified is the release of an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances from the balloons. The measured total value of nitrosatable substances is 2.19 mg/kg. According to the recall notice, nitrosatable substances can be absorbed through the skin and mouth while playing, and they can generate nitrosamines. Nitrosamines may cause cancer. The product fails to meet the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. The risk level is recorded as “Serious risk.” No further details regarding specific exposure scenarios or affected age groups were provided in the source data.
Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not specify direct consumer actions such as returning the product or contacting the manufacturer. Instead, the notified measure taken is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. The date of entry into force for this measure is 08/04/2026. Consumers who have purchased these balloons are advised to check the original purchase platform to confirm whether the listing has been removed. No instructions for disposal, contacting the seller, or seeking a refund or replacement are explicitly stated in the recall notice. If consumers have further questions, they should refer to the online marketplace where the product was listed.
Official Remedy
The official remedy, as described in the measure section, is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.” The category of measure is “Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.” No information regarding a recall campaign, physical return of products, or direct refund/replacement from the manufacturer or distributor is provided. The remedy is limited to preventing further sales of the product through the online channel.
Contact Information
Not specified in the recall notice. No contact details for the manufacturer, distributor, notifying authority, or online marketplace are provided in the source data. Consumers seeking further information should consult the EU Safety Gate alert page referenced in the case record (https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099564) or contact the German national authority responsible for product safety.
*End of record.*
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/02071/26).
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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