EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soft toy Shein “1pc Bear Design Pet Plush Toy” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01789/22
Summary
The toy contains small parts (eyes and metal chain) which can easily detach. As a consequence, 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
- Brown knitted teddy bear, sold as "for pets". Product sold online.
What is the risk?
- The toy contains small parts (eyes and metal chain) which can easily detach. As a consequence, 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risks
- Date of entry into force: 14/12/2022
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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