Cape de vampire
Cape de vampire was recalled on 18 April 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/01518/25. Strangulation risk reported by France. The product has long functional cords with free ends in the neck area.
| 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.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Cape de vampire.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.