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Plush toy Sequin “Pailetten Lama” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/02508/24
Summary
The sequins detach easily, creating small parts.Additionally, due to the weakness of the seams, the fibrous stuffing may also be accessible. A small child may put the sequins or the stuffing in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
- Purple coloured sequin llama with yellow tail and yellow mouth, approximately 40 cm in size, stuffed with soft pile
What is the risk?
- The sequins detach easily, creating small parts.Additionally, due to the weakness of the seams, the fibrous stuffing may also be accessible. A small child may put the sequins or the stuffing in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of sales
- Date of entry into force: 22/08/2024
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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