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Toy cars 198 TOYS “Funny Car” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0239/18
Summary
A small plastic part may become detached. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke.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
- Plastic toy cars in different colours, supplied in a blister pack with cardboard back.
What is the risk?
- A small plastic part may become detached. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke.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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 08/11/2017
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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