Children's fancy dress
Children's fancy dress was recalled on 3 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01687/21. Injuries, Strangulation, Suffocation risk reported by France. The dress has free cords which can cause the child to fall during their normal activities and cause injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/01687/21 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 3 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The dress has free cords which can cause the child to fall during their normal activities and cause injuries.The toy also has two fixed buckles which are too large and can go around the neck of the child and cause strangulation.The plastic bag of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with the packaging, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bat fancy-dress for girls, colour: mainly black and purple. Product sold online, particularly on Wish.
⚠️ 🚫 🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation, suffocation hazard related to Children's fancy dress.
About this risk
Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation. Suffocation: This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. 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. Suffocation: Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops. Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.