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Fancy-dress cape Ikea “LATTJO bat cape” — risk: strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0477/16
Summary
null The fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the bat cape may not detach readily during use, posing a risk of strangulation to children.3 incidents reported.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
- Black fancy-dress bat cape for children of six years and older. Product measurement: Length 75 cm 29 1/2" Width 146 cm 57 1/2"
What is the risk?
- null The fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the bat cape may not detach readily during use, posing a risk of strangulation to children.3 incidents reported.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 06/04/2016
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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