EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soft toy Dreamgro “Mermaid Lullaby Travel Soother with Stroller Hook” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01678/24
Summary
A small part (gold star decoration) detaches too easily. A small child may put them 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
- Soft plush mermaid that plays music and which can be hooked on to a stroller.
- Recall information: https://www.tkmaxx.ie/product-recalls
What is the risk?
- A small part (gold star decoration) detaches too easily. A small child may put them 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 taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 04/06/2024
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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