Happy Monkey Electric Walking Unicorn
Strangulation Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00240/20 |
| Brand | VIP Price |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 21 February 2020 |
Risk Description
The walk-along cord is too long and does not have a break-away feature. A child playing with the toy could get entangled in the cord. If it wraps around the child's neck, it could lead to 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Battery-operated unicorn plush toy (35cm) with a pink walk-along cord. The product was sold online, in particular through Aliexpress.