Barrel-O-Slime has been withdrawn from the market as it is deemed “dangerous for children.”
The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) said that it was found to contain a large amount of boron. It explained that, ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
The MCCAA warned that consumers should avoid the use of this slime and are encouraged to return them to the stores from where they were purchased.
It also ordered economic operators to cease selling or putting this product on the market.The MCCAA added that it will take action, as provided by the law, against economic operators who continue to put this product on the market.
For questions and further information regarding this slime or products other than food found on the Maltese market, one can contact the MCCAA on 23952000, info@mccaa.org.mt or by visiting www.mccaa.org.mt.