Flash Frog
Flash Frog was recalled on 13 September 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/0064/13. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation because the elastic strap handle can be easily stretched and could wrap around the child's neck.
| Alert Number | A11/0064/13 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | LOT NO:00120201 |
| Published | 13 September 2013 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation because the elastic strap handle can be easily stretched and could wrap around the child's neck.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 07/06/2013
Product Description
Green, translucent, flexible, rubber toy frog with 55 mm rubber strap handle. The inside of the frog includes a red-blue flashing light. The frog is placed in a clear plastic box, in which there is 10g of sweets.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Flash Frog.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.