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Teether Babyono “Whale Pablo silicone teether” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01188/20
Summary
Small parts can easily be detached or bitten off the teether. A child may consequently 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
- Bright green whale-shaped silicone teether
What is the risk?
- Small parts can easily be detached or bitten off the teether. A child may consequently 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 06/08/2020
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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