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Novelty headband “Svítící rohy” — risk: chemical, choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0156/18
Summary
The battery compartment can be easily opened by removing the cover and the button batteries are accessible. A small child may put them in the mouth, causing damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract or choking if swallowed.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115.
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Product
Novelty headband
- Name / model
- Svítící rohy · 4793-440012
- Batch number(s)
- 8599900047939
- Category
- Toys
- Black headband with luminous, red horns and a heart-shaped case with 2 button cell batteries. The product is packed in a transparent plastic bag.
What is the risk?
- The battery compartment can be easily opened by removing the cover and the button batteries are accessible. A small child may put them in the mouth, causing damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract or choking if swallowed.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 11/11/2017
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