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Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Child's toy mobile phone was recalled on 27 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0687/08. Damage to hearing risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sound with a weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 96.

Photo of recalled product: Child's toy mobile phone
Alert Number0687/08
BrandJIE CHENG TOYS (JC)
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberDeftness, Phone Deluxe, Jc- 6670 (on front of mobile)
Published27 June 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sound with a weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 96.4 dB, which exceeds the permitted limit value of 80 dB for toys to be used close to the ear.This toy does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN-71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and stop of sales by the importer.Sales ban imposed on the retailer by the authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Child’s plastic mobile phone with a cord, silver and green with turquoise buttons, a sticker with a picture of a building on the display with additional markings such as status of batteries, time, menu, exit button, etc. Operates with two 1.5V type AA batteries. Blister pack on coloured cardboard.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Child's toy mobile phone.

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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