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Fancy-dress costume MEILIYA — risk: burns, choking, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01955/24
Summary
The bells can easily detach, and a small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover, the headband is easily flammable, creating a risk of fire and burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
- Christmas fancy-dress costume with red tulle skirt, miniature bells and a headband.
What is the risk?
- The bells can easily detach, and a small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover, the headband is easily flammable, creating a risk of fire and burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 12/03/2024
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 12/03/2024
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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