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Figures on a string filled with bath gel

Suffocation Toys Serious risk

Figures on a string filled with bath gel was recalled on 14 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1288/07. Suffocation risk reported by Norway. The product poses a serious risk of suffocation because the string attached to the figures is too long.

Photo of recalled product: Figures on a string filled with bath gel
Alert Number1288/07
CategoryToys
Risk TypeSuffocation
Notifying CountryNorway
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberProduct: Figures on a string filled with bath gelBrand: Jelly pendantType/number of model: Art. 8002001, batch no. 082007, EAN 7070788002001.
Published14 December 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a serious risk of suffocation because the string attached to the figures is too long.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 and recall from consumers by the importer. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The products are sold in a plastic bucket. The products are shaped like a red santa, a white snowman and a green reindeer. To each figure is attached a long string of 38 cm long. In fact the string is twice that length, as it is divided in two parts and locked with a plastic locker at the end. The string has the same colour as the figure attached to it.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Figures on a string filled with bath gel.

About this risk

This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.

Recommended action

Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.

Who is at risk?

Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.

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