EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soft toy SUN-DAY — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01762/23
Summary
Small parts (sequins) may easily detach from the toy. Moreover, the fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to weakness of certain seams. A small child may put the small part and/or the stuffing material in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-1
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Product
- Soft toy in the shape of a mermaid doll (approx. 200 mm) with soft filling, covered with colourful textiles and sequins.
What is the risk?
- Small parts (sequins) may easily detach from the toy. Moreover, the fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to weakness of certain seams. A small child may put the small part and/or the stuffing material in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-1
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risks
- Date of entry into force: 21/06/2023
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 21/06/2023
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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