EU alert · Safety Gate Other risk levels Toys
Wooden puzzle Tiger “Puslespil (Puzzle)” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/0072/13
Summary
null The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts (wooden splinters) that could be swallowed by children. Furthermore, the stickers and adhesive may become detached.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
- A wooden toy puzzle with 18 pieces that can be arranged to create bears with different facial characteristics and clothing.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts (wooden splinters) that could be swallowed by children. Furthermore, the stickers and adhesive may become detached.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 25/06/2013
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