Flash warning for parents with young children: Keep these products away from your children

The Ministry of Trade and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry continue to inform consumers about misleading and health-risk products. A new product has been added to the Ministry of Trade’s unsafe product notification list. This time, an important decision was made regarding a school bag that is of particular concern to parents. This product, which threatens children's health, is being recalled from the market.

The Ministry of Trade and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry continue to identify unsafe and counterfeit products to protect citizens' health and share this information with the public. Among the products being reviewed, ranging from food items to consumer goods, a school bag that could threaten children’s health stands out.

SCHOOL BAG ADDED TO THE LIST

A school bag from the brand Diakakiç was added to the Ministry of Trade's updated unsafe product list dated February 11, 2025. The Ministry’s statement indicated that this product contains lead at a level that could harm human health.

LEAD LEVEL EXCEEDS THE LIMIT

Experts emphasize that the level of lead found in the school bag exceeds the permissible limit, posing serious health risks. Lead exposure, especially in children, can negatively impact the development of the nervous system.

PRODUCT RECALLED FROM THE MARKET

The Ministry of Trade has decided to ban the sale of this school bag and remove it from the market. Parents are strongly urged not to use this product and to keep it away from their children.

CALL TO PARENTS: CHECK THE SAFETY OF PRODUCTS

Experts note that parents should choose reliable brands, especially for frequently used items such as school supplies, and carefully check their contents. The Ministry of Trade’s unsafe product list is regularly updated, and citizens can follow it to protect their health.