Expanding toys - Magic Grow Reptile and Dinosaur Eggs
Expanding toys - Magic Grow Reptile and Dinosaur Eggs was recalled on 26 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1514/08. Choking risk reported by Ireland. The products pose a risk of choking due to the fact that after 72 hours in water the toys expand more than 50% in three directions.
| Alert Number | 1514/08 |
| Brand | Wild World |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1. Reptile Egg - EAN Number 5 050837 093619. Item Number 1370936. 2. Dinosaur Egg - EAN Number 5 050837 093527. Item Number 1370935. |
| Published | 26 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of choking due to the fact that after 72 hours in water the toys expand more than 50% in three directions. All animals entirely fit into the small parts cylinder and small components (arms, legs, tails and fins) may be easily detached from the toys. The products do 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 distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The toys are reptile and dinosaur eggs of 5 different kinds that grow when placed in water. 1. Lizard in various colours. Black Reptile with white spots and yellow eyes and green reptile with scaly back and black stripes, 2. Green Dinosaur with scaly back and yellow eyes,3. Crocodile in various colours - green and pink/purple colour,4. Black coloured dinosaur with yellow eyes,5. Yellow chameleon with pink spots. There are twelve toys in a box, which contains warnings: "not suitable for under 3. Do not swallow".
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Expanding toys - Magic Grow Reptile and Dinosaur Eggs.
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.