EVA PUZZLE MATS - puzzle
EVA PUZZLE MATS - puzzle was recalled on 19 March 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00367/21. Choking risk reported by Slovakia. Small parts may easily detach from the pieces of the puzzle.
| Alert Number | A12/00367/21 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 19 March 2021 |
Risk Description
Small parts may easily detach from the pieces of the puzzle.A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 03/12/2020Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 03/12/2020
Product Description
The toy consists of 10 pieces of large foam with different colours and pictures of various animals (a dog, a dinosaur, a penguin, a duck, a seal, a hen, a deer, an elephant, a rabbit and a sheep).
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to EVA PUZZLE MATS - puzzle.
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.