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Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Electronic mobile phone was recalled on 9 March 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0224/07. Damage to hearing risk reported by United Kingdom. This product poses a serious risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted sound pressure level produced by the toy is 92 dB which is greater than the maximum of 80 dB permitted for close-to- the-ear toys.

Photo of recalled product: Electronic mobile phone
Alert Number0224/07
BrandJIN HUA
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberModel number – 17/CTR604; batch code 5050373019876
Published9 March 2007

Risk Description

This product poses a serious risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted sound pressure level produced by the toy is 92 dB which is greater than the maximum of 80 dB permitted for close-to- the-ear toys. This toy does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Electronic mobile phone.

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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