This recall involves the Skip Ball toy made of a pink ankle loop and a multicolored ball, attached together by a plastic cord.

The product number 14-1401338 can be found on the upper front part of the packaging and the UPC 667888025213, on the back.

Hazard identified: The Skip Ball toy may contain levels of phthalates that exceed the allowable limit.

Studies suggest that certain phthalates, including DEHP, may cause reproductive and developmental abnormalities in young children when soft vinyl products containing phthalates are sucked or chewed for extended periods.

Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children and either dispose of them or return to the store to obtain a refund (no receipt required).

For more information, consumers may contact Dollarama toll free at 1-888-755-1006, extension 1000, 24 hours a day, seven days a week or visit the company’s website

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Source : Media Release / Health Canada