Finger paint (Hema) · Peinture à doigts
The product contains formaldehyde (measured value: up to 7255 mg/kg). Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…
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- Date
- 2023-03-10
- Country
- France
- Brand
- Hema
- Product
- Finger paint
- Classification
- chemical
- Category
- Toys & kids
- Source
- EU Safety Gate
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