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Pram toy Sindibaba “Pram clip” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0530/19
Summary
A small part (screw from the fastening clip) can be easily detached from the toy. As a consequence, a child may put it in the mouth and choke.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
- Grey, crocheted, owl-shaped, clip-on, rattle toy for prams. The fastening clip includes a round wooden part/decoration. The product is attached to cardboard.
What is the risk?
- A small part (screw from the fastening clip) can be easily detached from the toy. As a consequence, a child may put it in the mouth and choke.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): ban on the marketing of the products which are in the warehouse
- Date of entry into force: 08/03/2019
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