The Ministry of Health, through the Directorate-General for Benefits, Pharmacy and Consumer Affairs, has withdrawn and destroyed 128 Halloween-related products after detecting serious risks to consumer safety.

Among the withdrawn items were 99 decoration products, 27 costumes and accessories, and 2 voice changers, all found in retail stores. Follow-up checks were carried out with distributors, importers, and manufacturers to ensure their full removal from the market.

These actions are part of an annual inspection campaign conducted in Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera, aimed at identifying products that do not comply with general safety regulations, particularly those targeted at children.

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Health Department strengthens Halloween safety by withdrawing 128 dangerous products

Inspectors have noted an improvement in product quality compared to previous years, suggesting that awareness and control campaigns are contributing to safer consumer habits.

Recommendations for a safe celebration

Costumes and accessories

• For children under 7, costumes should not include neck cords or strings.
• For those over 7, cords must not exceed 7.5 cm.
• Costumes for children under 14 must include safety warnings.
• Accessories should be free from small detachable or sharp parts.
• Masks should provide sufficient ventilation and fit properly.

Makeup and dyes

• May cause allergic reactions; test on a small skin area first.
• Wash face and body thoroughly after use.

Mandatory labeling
Each product must display the following information: name, manufacturer or importer, address, expiry date, batch number, ingredients, brand, country of origin, and CE marking.

Other advice

• Avoid nail polishes and hair sprays, especially for children.
• Prefer wigs, scarves, or hats instead of dyes.
• Ensure costumes and accessories are flame-resistant and marked “keep away from fire.”

Pyrotechnics
Can only be sold in authorised stores:

• Class FI: from 12 years (very low risk).
• Class FII: from 16 years (low risk).
• Class FIII: from 18 years (medium risk).

Homemade costumes
Reuse recycled materials, buy from second-hand stores, or swap costumes to minimise plastic use.

Responsible consumption
Always keep receipts and favour local shops, adhering to the Consumer Arbitration System.