Coloured rubber animals - : "Mis amiguitos del baño" ("My bathtime friends")
Coloured rubber animals - : "Mis amiguitos del baño" ("My bathtime friends") was recalled on 8 February 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0137/08. Choking risk reported by Spain. The notified products pose a risk of choking because, due to their shape and size, they can cause asphyxiation or vomiting if a child put them in the mouth.
| Alert Number | 0137/08 |
| Brand | Peke toys |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 8 February 2008 |
Risk Description
The notified products pose a risk of choking because, due to their shape and size, they can cause asphyxiation or vomiting if a child put them in the mouth.These products do not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71–1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Four rubber toy animals: three coloured fish (orange and grey; blue, yellow and black; yellow and white) and a dolphin (grey and red). They are packaged in a clear plastic bag, sealed with a cardboard strip featuring coloured drawings of two children and various little animals (frog, tortoise, dog and duckling), as well as the identification of the importer, the CE mark and the reference Made in China.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Coloured rubber animals - : "Mis amiguitos del baño" ("My bathtime friends").
About this risk
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.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.