1) DINOSAUR EGG - Growing Pet; 2) GROWING PET; 3) DINOSAUR EGG - Growing Pet
1) DINOSAUR EGG - Growing Pet; 2) GROWING PET; 3) DINOSAUR EGG - Growing Pet was recalled on 27 May 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0641/16. Choking, Injuries risk reported by Spain. Small parts (head and tail) can be easily torn from the toy dinosaurs and may be put into the mouth and swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | A12/0641/16 |
| Brand | Hatch'em, Yuda |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Ref. 1) 06057, 2) 06059 and 3) 06107 |
| Published | 27 May 2016 |
Risk Description
Small parts (head and tail) can be easily torn from the toy dinosaurs and may be put into the mouth and swallowed by children. As the toy expands, it can also cause fatal occlusion of the respiratory track or intestinal blockage of small children.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 09/05/2016
Product Description
Plastic eggs in different colours containing small plastic dinosaurs, which increase in size when immersed in water.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to 1) DINOSAUR EGG - Growing Pet; 2) GROWING PET; 3) DINOSAUR EGG - Growing Pet.
About this risk
This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.
Recommended action
Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.