EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soft-filled toys covered with sequins. Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Co. / Shimmeez “Shimmeez Polly Pig” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01750/20
Summary
Small parts may detach from the toy. A small child can put it in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
Soft-filled toys covered with sequins. — Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Co. / Shimmeez
- Brand
- Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Co. / Shimmeez
- Name / model
- Shimmeez Polly Pig · Polly Pig Reg.No. 18699 (CN) F/YK032018, Phil 4:13
- Barcode
- 0603154010200
- Category
- Toys
- Soft-filled toy in the shape of a pig covered with sequins. The product was sold online.
What is the risk?
- Small parts may detach from the toy. A small child can put it in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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