Fancy-dress costume Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 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 – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
The notifying country of France has issued a recall for a Rubies brand fancy-dress costume, identified by case number SR/01513/26. The product is a green alien-themed costume intended for young children. The recall was initiated due to non-compliance with the Toy Safety Directive and relevant European standards. The distributor has implemented multiple measures including recall from end users, withdrawal from the market, destruction of the product, removal of the online marketplace listing, and a warning to consumers about the risks. The date of entry into force for the recall from end users is 26 January 2026.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Fancy-dress costume (Déguisement Alien vert)
– Brand: Rubies
– Model/Type Number: S8703
– Batch Number: 45000693314500077527450008745445000989084500105820AF018493
– Barcode: 8422971870345
– Description: A fancy-dress costume in the form of a green extra-terrestrial with stuffed parts, intended for young children.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: France
– Category: Toys
– Type: Consumer product

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies two specific hazards associated with this product:
– Chemical Risk: The migration of chromium VI from the textile labels is too high. The measured value is up to 0.32 mg/kg. Chromium (VI) is sensitising, 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 it 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.
– Risk Level: The recall notice classifies this as a serious risk.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are advised to take the following actions as specified in the recall notice:
– The distributor has issued a recall of the product from end users, effective 26 January 2026.
– Consumers should follow the instructions provided in the official recall notice published by the French consumer safety authority (Rappel Conso) at the URL: https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/21059/Interne.
– The distributor has also issued a warning to consumers of the risks, effective 8 June 2026.
– Consumers should stop using the product immediately and follow the remedy instructions provided by the distributor.

5. Official Remedy
The distributor has taken the following official measures:
– Recall of the product from end users (effective 26 January 2026)
– Withdrawal of the product from the market (effective 20 January 2026)
– Destruction of the product (date of entry into force: Unknown)
– Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace (effective 8 June 2026)
– Warning consumers of the risks (effective 8 June 2026)

The specific remedy for consumers (e.g., refund or replacement) is not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are directed to the official Rappel Conso page for detailed instructions.

6. Contact Information
– Official Recall Notice (France): https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/21059/Interne
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098978
– Case Number: SR/01513/26
– Notifying Country: France
– Brand: Rubies
– Product Images: Available at the following URLs:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11009383
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11009384
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11009385
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11009386

*Note: Specific contact details for the distributor (e.g., phone number or email) are not provided 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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