Fashion Flute Beautiful Music
Fashion Flute Beautiful Music was recalled on 31 July 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01111/20. Choking, Damage to hearing risk reported by Austria. The mouthpiece of the flute detaches easily, generating a small part, which could be swallowed or inhaled by a child.
| Alert Number | A12/01111/20 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Damage to hearing |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 31 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The mouthpiece of the flute detaches easily, generating a small part, which could be swallowed or inhaled by a child. Besides, the sound pressure level is too high. A child playing with the toy could suffer temporary hearing loss. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 13/07/2020
Product Description
Toy flute recorder in blister pack; 2 adhesive labels.
🛑 👂 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, damage to hearing hazard related to Fashion Flute Beautiful Music.
About this risk
Choking: 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. Damage to hearing: This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.
Recommended action
Choking: 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. Damage to hearing: Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.