Expanding toy – lizard and snake
Expanding toy – lizard and snake was recalled on 15 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0865/08. Choking risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of choking because after 72 hours in water the toys expands 96% - 164% in different dimensions.
| Alert Number | 0865/08 |
| Brand | Growing pet |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | - Snake egg, EAN 5900700025509; - Lizard egg, EAN 5900700025486. |
| Published | 15 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because after 72 hours in water the toys expands 96% - 164% in different dimensions.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 issued by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
There are two types of eggs containing snake and lizard. Dimensions of eggs are: for snake approximately 59mm X 35,5mm, and for lizard approx. 60 mm X 46 mm. Inside eggs there are snake or lizard made of hard plastic coloured yellow, painted partly wit a green or red and black paint. With the toys there were tags with CE mark, pictogram concerning age 0-3 restriction and caution: “Do not swallow”. On the collective packaging there were above mentioned information and such inscriptions “ Product suitable for children over 3 years and unsuitable for children below 3 years”, “Use only under supervision of an adult”, “Store out of reach of children below 3 years”, “Risk of choking due to small parts”, “Installation and maintains according to drawings on the packaging – if necessary”, “The packaging is not a toy, safe the children, do not let them play with”, “Please keep the packaging for further reference”. There were also information about the importer, and inscription “Made in China”.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Expanding toy – lizard and snake.
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.