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Girls' hair accessories

Choking, Injuries Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Girls' hair accessories was recalled on 5 June 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0859/10. Choking, Injuries risk reported by Bulgaria. The hair band poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of sharp edges and a risk of choking because the flower can be detached and swallowed.

Photo of recalled product: Girls' hair accessories
Alert Number0859/10
Brand"Lovely" Fashion Accessories
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChoking, Injuries
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Barcode2 360000 094521
Published5 June 2010

Risk Description

The hair band poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of sharp edges and a risk of choking because the flower can be detached and swallowed.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Hair accessories - children's set: 1 hairband, 6 elastics, 2 elastics with hearts and ribbons attached to them and 2 hairpins. The products are available in various colours: red, purple, yellow, pink and blue. The hairband is made of plastic. On the inside there are two rows of sharp teeth. On the outside there is a textile band on which there is a plastic decoration - a flower and two hearts. The accessories are sold in cellophane packaging on which there are two stickers.

🛑 ⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to Girls' hair accessories.

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. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal 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. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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