EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Playpen “Baby Playpen” — risk: asphyxiation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03802/25
Summary
A child can access the netted hoop and get their head trapped. If the child is unattended when this happens, the restricted air flow could lead to asphyxiation. This product does not meet the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
Playpen
- Name / model
- Baby Playpen
- Category
- Toys
- A playpen, intended for babies, consisting of small balls and a miniature basketball hoop. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.
What is the risk?
- A child can access the netted hoop and get their head trapped. If the child is unattended when this happens, the restricted air flow could lead to asphyxiation. This product does not meet the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 01/07/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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