FLASH SANTA HELICOPTER
Choking, Injuries Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01142/22 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 12 August 2022 |
Risk Description
Small parts (wheels of the helicopter) can easily detach from the toy. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. As the small parts are sharp they can also cause injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 03/08/2022
Product Description
Red helicopter made of rigid clear and opaque plastic, with three green wheels, two undercarriages and a two-bladed propeller above the cabin with two LR-41 1.5 V batteries. It is sold with a small transparent closed bag with sweets inside.