EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Yoyo puffer ball essaco “Flashing spiky ball” — risk: choking, strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01394/22
Summary
Small plastic parts (squeaking elements) may easily detach from the toy. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. In addition, the flexible cord can stretch too long and poses a risk of strangulation. 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
- Spiky-looking colourful plastic yoyo puffer ball with an elastic cord, flashing LED module and whistle.
What is the risk?
- Small plastic parts (squeaking elements) may easily detach from the toy. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. In addition, the flexible cord can stretch too long and poses a risk of strangulation. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 10/04/2022
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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