Bath sponge – Aqua massage
Bath sponge – Aqua massage was recalled on 3 October 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1073/08. Choking risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of choking because of small parts which may be easily detached and swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | 1073/08 |
| Brand | Be Free |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 3800126491259Turtle - barcode: 3800126491266 |
| Model Number | Penguin - |
| Published | 3 October 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because of small parts which may be easily detached and swallowed by children. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bath sponges of polyurethane foam in the form of animals and fish, with plastic balls attached as eyes (white with black balls moving inside them), and other attached small polyurethane parts. Colours: sponge in the form of fish – yellow, blue and orange; dolphin – pink, white, crab – green, pink, whale – blue, white; frog – pink. Packaging includes the following information: “Bath sponges, it is not a child’s toy. Do not give to children, Producer: People’s Republic of China." Penguin and turtle sold in individual packages marked: "Be Free, Bath Sponge, Aqua Massage", and other information in Bulgarian: “Bath sponge, content: polyester – polyurethane foam, producer: People’s Republic of China, produced: 05/2006, expiry: 2009".
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Bath sponge – Aqua massage.
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.