Fun Toys Flashing Swing Balls
Fun Toys Flashing Swing Balls was recalled on 9 October 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01345/20. Strangulation risk reported by United Kingdom. Given the design and the material of the toy, a child could swing the toy around the head and twist it around the neck, causing strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/01345/20 |
| Brand | Baker Ross |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Model Number | EF453 |
| Published | 9 October 2020 |
Risk Description
Given the design and the material of the toy, a child could swing the toy around the head and twist it around the neck, causing strangulation. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 09/07/2020
Product Description
Soft squishy light up balls
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Fun Toys Flashing Swing Balls.
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.