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Carry cot

Strangulation Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk

Carry cot was recalled on 4 November 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1432/16. Strangulation risk reported by France. Presence of a cord (bow) longer than permitted and possibly leading to strangulation of babies.

Photo of recalled product: Carry cot
Alert NumberA12/1432/16
BrandLEIPOLD
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberModel: TOPAS; product ref.: 1160.103.
Published4 November 2016

Risk Description

Presence of a cord (bow) longer than permitted and possibly leading to strangulation of babies.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1466.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Wicker carry-cot for babies with white cushion and handles on both sides, decorated with white bows.

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Carry cot.

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.

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