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Building blocks with pins - Discovery

Choking Toys Serious risk

Building blocks with pins - Discovery was recalled on 4 January 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1973/18. Choking risk reported by France. The product contains small loose parts.

Photo of recalled product: Building blocks with pins - Discovery
Alert NumberA12/1973/18
BrandUniverse of imagination
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginUnknown
Model Number191385, MFR 5F62652
Published4 January 2019

Risk Description

The product contains small loose parts. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke. 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 taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/11/2018Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/11/2018

Product Description

Plastic bag with a zipper filled with 100 pieces of plastic building blocks in several colours, with pins.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Building blocks with pins - Discovery.

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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