was recalled on 17 June 2005 under EU Safety Gate alert 0311/05. Strangulation risk reported by Austria. Risk of strangulation.
| Alert Number | 0311/05 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 17 June 2005 |
Risk Description
Risk of strangulation. The highly elastic rubber tail can stretch considerably and get wrapped around the neck of a child; because of the unexpected force and adhesive nature of the rubber, children cannot free themselves immediately or without help.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from distribution.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Yo yo Water ball.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to .
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.