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Injuries, Strangulation Toys Serious risk

Fancy dress costumes was recalled on 29 January 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0104/10. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Finland. The products pose a risk of injuries and strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck and the waist area.

Photo of recalled product: Fancy dress costumes
Alert Number0104/10
BrandE Collection, Creative Education
CategoryToys
Risk TypeInjuries, Strangulation
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginSri Lanka
Model Number1. Princess cape: 21192220, 2. Fairy tunic: 21192213
Published29 January 2010

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of injuries and strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck and the waist area.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected by the customs authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

1. Pink polyester cloak with silver decorations. Size M.2. Pink polyester dress with silver decorations. Size M.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Fancy dress costumes.

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.

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