EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
1) Plush bear 2) Plush dog Spen — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. 0069/11
Summary
null The products pose a risk of choking because the eyes can be easily detached and swallowed. The products do not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Product
- 1) A white plush bear with brown nose tip and black plastic eyes. Height approx. 32 cm. A white bow tie around the neck. 2) A black and white plush dog (“husky”) with black plastic nose tip and blue and black plastic eyes. Height approx. 17 cm.
What is the risk?
- null The products pose a risk of choking because the eyes can be easily detached and swallowed. The products do not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
Photos
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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