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Choking, Injuries, Suffocation Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk

Baby carrier was recalled on 21 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0343/08. Choking, Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of suffocation, choking and injuries because:- the minimum size of the leg openings should not allow the test sphere to pass through completely,- one of the white buttons comes off during the tensile test, generating small pieces,- the belts on the system for fastening to the carer must be at least 40mm wide.

Photo of recalled product: Baby carrier
Alert Number0343/08
BrandX-BABY
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeChoking, Injuries, Suffocation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberREF 918
Published21 March 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of suffocation, choking and injuries because:- the minimum size of the leg openings should not allow the test sphere to pass through completely,- one of the white buttons comes off during the tensile test, generating small pieces,- the belts on the system for fastening to the carer must be at least 40mm wide.In addition the user instructions lack important safety instruction.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN-13209.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Baby carrier in yellow, orange and red fabric. The central, yellow part features the mark 'X-BABY'. It is also available in shades of blue.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking, injuries, suffocation hazard related to Baby carrier.

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.

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