was recalled on 21 January 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0001/05. Suffocation risk reported by Austria. The strings can easily break releasing the small balls that can be swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | 0001/05 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Published | 21 January 2006 |
Risk Description
The strings can easily break releasing the small balls that can be swallowed by children. The toy does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standards.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Placing on the market prohibited by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Wooden gripping toy "Simba Toys" (N° 2356),with cubes, cylindrical parts and balls, knotted together with strings.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to .
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.