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Fancy-dress costume MEILIYA — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0574/17
Summary
null The cords of the ribbon in the waist area can become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 14682.
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Product
- Fancy dress costume comprised of a blue tutu with a gold-coloured ribbon in the waist area and a hairband with ears and a horn. The product is packed in transparent plastic packaging.
What is the risk?
- null The cords of the ribbon in the waist area can become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 10/03/2017
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