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Soft toy Earthsound “Plush Bear” — risk: strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/04077/25
Summary
The bear has long strings. These can become entangled around the neck during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
Soft toy — Earthsound
- Brand
- Earthsound
- Name / model
- Plush Bear · 2236511
- Category
- Toys
- A plush toy in the shape of a bear with neck scarf.
What is the risk?
- The bear has long strings. These can become entangled around the neck during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 30/09/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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