Battery operated toy mobile phones
Battery operated toy mobile phones was recalled on 23 June 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0357/06. Damage to hearing risk reported by Estonia. The products do not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 71-1:1999 (section 4.
| Alert Number | 0357/06 |
| Brand | 1. JIN HUA; 2. Electronic - GOOD TIME; 3. HAPPY ARIGINS; 4. Novelty Phone; 5. Electronic. |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Damage to hearing |
| Notifying Country | Estonia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 23 June 2006 |
Risk Description
The products do not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 71-1:1999 (section 4.20.a). The A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA was measured between 86.2 – 95.9 dBA although it must not exceed 80 dB for a close-to- the- ear toy.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Compulsory withdrawal of the product from the market and warning of consumers ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Five battery operated mobile phones of different colours with flashing antennas. The phones make different sounds after pressing the buttons.Brand: 1. JIN HUA; 2. Electronic - GOOD TIME; 3. HAPPY ARIGINS; 4. Novelty Phone; 5. Electronic.Name: Battery operated mobile phones.Type/number of model: 1. CHT119636; 2. CHT119643; 3. NO.05-005; 4. No.6510; 5. CHT 1196A23.
👂 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Battery operated toy mobile phones.
About this risk
This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.
Who is at risk?
Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.