EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Plush bag Primark “DTR Plush Bag” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00688/25
Summary
The zipper can be easily detached from the toy. A child may put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71.
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Product
- Children’s plush bag, in a light blue design of the ‘Stitch’ character, and a purple/pink design of the ‘Angel’ character.
- Recall information: https://www.primark.com/en-gb/help/recall-plush-bags
What is the risk?
- The zipper can be easily detached from the toy. A child may put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71.
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: 29/11/2024
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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