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Toy recorder “HAPPY KIDS - Blockflöte” — risk: damage to hearing
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00320/24
Summary
The sound pressure level produced by the toy is too high (measured values: up to 120.5 dB), which could lead to permanent or partial hearing loss. 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
Toy recorder
- Name / model
- HAPPY KIDS - Blockflöte
- Barcode
- 95761001251000000255
- Category
- Toys
- Plastic recorder with cleaning rod in mint colour.
What is the risk?
- The sound pressure level produced by the toy is too high (measured values: up to 120.5 dB), which could lead to permanent or partial hearing loss. 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 taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 31/01/2024
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