Bubble Sword

Microbiological Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Bubble Sword
Alert NumberA12/0006/13
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeMicrobiological
Notifying CountryItaly
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number36/0092
Published11 January 2013

Risk Description

null The product poses a microbiological risk because the mesophilic aerobic microorganism count in the soapy water is too high (35 000 cfu/ml of aerobic mesophilic bacteria). The product also poses a microbiological risk because the product contains a high level of Pseudomonas SPP (44 000 cfu/ml). There is a risk of infection if the liquid is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin.The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Sword-shaped container of bubble solution (140 ml), secondary packaging of cardboard, with label bearing the barcode, item code, CE marking for toys, the indication that it is not suitable for children under three, warnings in several languages and details of the importer.

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