EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Plastic toy Midex “Zwierzatko naciagane” — risk: choking, injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00156/22
Summary
Small plastic parts (ring, wheels and wing) may easily detach form the toy. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover the metal axis may become accessible, which may cause injuries. The product does not comply with the regulations on the safety of toys and standard EN 71-1.
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Product
- Plastic toy in the shape of a unicorn.
What is the risk?
- Small plastic parts (ring, wheels and wing) may easily detach form the toy. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Moreover the metal axis may become accessible, which may cause injuries. The product does not comply with the regulations on the safety of toys and standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 08/12/2021
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