Expanding toy - Growing Hatching Egg – Dinosaur egg
Expanding toy - Growing Hatching Egg – Dinosaur egg was recalled on 17 July 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0944/09. Choking risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of choking because after 72 hours in water the toy expands by 105% - 176%.
| Alert Number | 0944/09 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN 7460745950726 |
| Published | 17 July 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because after 72 hours in water the toy expands by 105% - 176%. If a child swallows the toy, or part of it, contact with the saliva or gastric juices will cause the toy to expand which may cause asphyxia or gastrointestinal injuries.The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and 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 by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The toy is an egg with dimensions of approximately 58.7 x 45 mm, containing a cockerel made of hard yellow coloured plastic, painted partly red. The egg shell consists of two glued parts. With the toys are tags with the CE mark, warnings: “Do not swallow”, “Use only under supervision of an adult”, “Store out of reach of children below 3 years”, “Small parts - risk of choking”, “The packaging is not a toy”, “Please keep the packaging for further reference”, “Made in China”, and user’s instructions.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Expanding toy - Growing Hatching Egg – Dinosaur egg .
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.