Children’s Busy Board
Children’s Busy Board was recalled on 15 August 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/03002/25. Chemical, Choking, Strangulation risk reported by United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland. The product has small pieces that can easily detach (the keys).
| Alert Number | SR/03002/25 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | TYBB001 |
| Published | 15 August 2025 |
Risk Description
The product has small pieces that can easily detach (the keys). A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. Moreover, the steering wheel and light battery compartment can be easily opened, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child may put them in the mouth and swallow them, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract and/or choking. Additionally, the rope at the top and cord used to secure the phone toy to the board is too long and could tangle around the child's neck causing strangulation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 26/03/2025Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 26/03/2025
Product Description
Wooden activity board with various stimulation toys including a clock face with hands, a telephone with buttons, a yellow fidget spinner and a battery operated steering wheel with buttons. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.
🧪 🛑 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking, strangulation hazard related to Children’s Busy Board.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Choking: This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. Choking: Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer. Strangulation: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.