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Magnetic puzzle Janod “Plateau Chunky Fruits & Légumes Green Market” — risk: choking, injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01853/22
Summary
Small parts can easily detach (magnets). As a consequence, a small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover, if a child swallows the small magnets and other metallic objects, they could attract one another causing intestinal blockage or perforation. 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
- Wooden tray, intended for children aged 2 to 5 years, with fruits and vegetables in two halves held together by a magnet, with a wooden knife.
- Recall information: https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr
What is the risk?
- Small parts can easily detach (magnets). As a consequence, a small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover, if a child swallows the small magnets and other metallic objects, they could attract one another causing intestinal blockage or perforation. 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 taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 25/10/2022
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