Cape de vampire
| Alert Number | SR/01518/25 |
| Brand | APOINT |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 18 April 2025 |
Risk Description
The product has long functional cords with free ends in the neck area. The cords may become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-1 and EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 25/10/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 02/05/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 02/05/2025
Product Description
Fancy dress costume: black and red vampire cape for children aged 3 and up. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.