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Child's toy mobile phone

Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Child's toy mobile phone was recalled on 27 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0669/08. Damage to hearing risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sounds with the weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 104.

Photo of recalled product: Child's toy mobile phone
Alert Number0669/08
BrandTHE INCREDIBLES
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNO. 1430
Published27 June 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sounds with the weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 104.3 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Child’s plastic mobile phone, yellow and red, equipped with a small antenna and a red cord to hang it around the neck of a child, supplied by three 1.5 V button batteries. Marking on the front – picture of female "Incredible" character and text "The Incredibles". Packaging: blister on coloured cardboard with pictures of Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl.This product is counterfeit

👂 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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