Balloon Racer Balloons and Toys Recalled Due to Chemical Hazard


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    Balloon Racer brand balloons recalled

    Sold by many retailers (Auchan, Bricomarché, Intermarché, Leclerc, Carrefour, Système U, etc.), STARLYF brand BALLOON RACER balloons and toys have been recalled following the detection of an excess of the regulatory threshold for N-nitrosables. These products expose children to a chemical risk and must be returned to the point of sale.

    Be careful if you wanted to please your child by buying them balloons or Balloon Racer toys from the Starlyf brand! These products contain a chemical pollutant that is dangerous for their health.

    Information on recalled product

    Discover the references of the products concerned distributed in many brands.

    • Product Brand Name: STARLYF
    • Model names or references: RACE08R
    • Product identification:
      • GTIN 0644812057311 Lot WI/EX103/E1347/2022
    • Packaging: CARDBOARD BOX
    • Start/End of marketing date: From 03/09/2022 to 07/17/2024
    • Additional information: A BOX OF 12 BALLOONS
    • Geographic area of ​​sale: Whole of France
    • Distributors: AUCHAN / BRICOMARCHE / BRICORAMA / CARREFOUR / CARREFOUR MARKET / CORA / ESPACE EMERAUDE / FAMIFLORA / INTERMARCHE / LECLERC / MR BRICOLAGE / SAISON ET JARDIN / SYSTEME U / WELDOM

    • Product Brand Name: STARLYF
    • Model names or references: RACE08
    • Product identification:
      • GTIN 0644812056857 Lot WI/EX103/E1347/2022
    • Packaging: CARDBOARD
    • Start/End of marketing date: From 03/09/2022 to 07/17/2024
    • Additional Information: Racing car and rocket man propelled by a balloon.
    • Geographic area of ​​sale: Whole of France
    • Distributors: AUCHAN / BRICOMARCHE / BRICORAMA / CARREFOUR / CARREFOUR MARKET / ESPACE EMERAUDE / INTERMARCHE / LECLERC / SAISON ET JARDIN / SYSTEME U / WELDOM

    What are the health risks ?

    Exceeding regulatory levels of N-nitrosables in the BALLOON RACER toy balloons poses a chemical risk, including poisoning. These substances can be carcinogenic and are particularly dangerous for young children, who are more vulnerable to chemical exposure. In case of contact or ingestion, it is crucial to seek medical advice immediately.

    Consumers should immediately stop using this toy and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. For any additional questions, customer service is available at 01 34 25 85 51.

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