Expanding toysa) Expanding toy "Badespaß auf d
Expanding toysa) Expanding toy "Badespaß auf d was recalled on 11 March 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0208/11. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The products pose a risk of injuries because the small capsules can be taken out of the packaging and swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | 0208/11 |
| Brand | Instant Products |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | a) GTIN (EAN) Nos 0508570011186 and 050857001125 b) GTIN (EAN) Nos 0508570011254 and 050857001115 |
| Published | 11 March 2011 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of injuries because the small capsules can be taken out of the packaging and swallowed by children. As they expand, they can cause fatal occlusion of the digestive system of small children.
Product Description
Sponges (in figure shapes) pressed into gelatinous capsules, each in a transparent outer package with three holes. According to the packaging, the entire product should be immersed in warm water until the figures have expanded fully (the gelatinous capsules dissolve). It is also stated that the prod
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Expanding toysa) Expanding toy "Badespaß auf d.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.