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Cube with 144 nylon balls

Choking Toys Serious risk

Cube with 144 nylon balls was recalled on 4 January 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1347/07. Choking risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of choking because the four pieces of yellow velcro come off at forces of 52N, 68N, 58N and 74N and fit completely within the small parts cylinder.

Photo of recalled product: Cube with 144 nylon balls
Alert Number1347/07
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberReference TO 302 FB. PICWIC reference: 571946.
Published4 January 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because the four pieces of yellow velcro come off at forces of 52N, 68N, 58N and 74N and fit completely within the small parts cylinder.This product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with 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 recall from consumers by the distributor.Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Multicoloured nylon cube in the form of a little house. Dimensions: 90x85x109. Colours: blue, red and yellow. Each side has a window, only one of which can be opened. The multicoloured balls form a carpet inside the cube.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Cube with 144 nylon balls.

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.

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