Expanding toys
Expanding toys was recalled on 4 July 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0700/08. Choking risk reported by Poland. These products pose a risk of choking because after 72 hours in water the toy expands in different dimensions by 105 - 205%.
| Alert Number | 0700/08 |
| Brand | WATCH GROWING EGG |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN 523542006314; 7523542006390; 7523542006406. |
| Published | 4 July 2008 |
Risk Description
These products pose a risk of choking because after 72 hours in water the toy expands in different dimensions by 105 - 205%. According to the standard it should not expand by more than 50%.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
There are three types of eggs in different colours containing either a dinosaur, chicken or fish. Dimensions of toys: approximately 45 x 29 x 12.72 mm and eggs: 63 x 48 mm. With the toys are tags with CE mark, pictogram concerning age 0-3 restriction and caution: “Do not swallow”. On the collective packaging there is the above-mentioned information and 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 maintain according to drawings on the packaging – if necessary”, “The packaging is not a toy, save the children, do not let them play with it”, “Please keep the packaging for further reference”. There is also information about the importer, and the inscription “Made in China”. One of the eggs was already broken in the packaging and small pieces of eggshell were accessible.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Expanding toys.
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.