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Activity toy Esjay “Busy Board” — risk: strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03348/25
Summary
The toy set features a long cord. This cord can become wrapped around a child's neck during various activities, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
- Activity toy, made of fabric. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.
What is the risk?
- The toy set features a long cord. This cord can become wrapped around a child's neck during various activities, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 05/09/2025
Photos
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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