Decorative figure - Snowman
Decorative figure - Snowman was recalled on 21 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1326/07. Choking risk reported by Germany. This product poses a risk of choking because even though the product is a decoration, its foreseeable use in a manner not intended means that it needs to be as safe as a stuffed animal intended for children under 3 years because children will think it is a toy.
| Alert Number | 1326/07 |
| Brand | Unknown (Blokker B. V.) |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Snowman with red hat; no type specification; EAN 8716201473384. |
| Published | 21 December 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of choking because even though the product is a decoration, its foreseeable use in a manner not intended means that it needs to be as safe as a stuffed animal intended for children under 3 years because children will think it is a toy. The right leg and the nose broke at an applied force of 33 N and 11 N respectively, and should have been able to withstand 88 N. They are small parts which may be swallowed.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The sample is a cloth doll in the form of a snowman. It consists of a white body in two parts with hanging legs made of threaded wooden beads, and black cloth boots with white laces and red edging. It has a red hat, green scarf and blue jacket. The head consists of a solid sphere. All other body parts are stuffed with soft material. A plastic attachment on the hat makes it easy to hang the toy up. The sample is 36 cm long and weighs 91 g.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Decorative figure - Snowman.
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.