LED Balloon
LED Balloon was recalled on 29 November 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/0136/19. Chemical, Choking, Environment, Strangulation risk reported by United Kingdom. The LED string is too long and can detach.
| Alert Number | INFO/0136/19 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking, Environment, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 29 November 2019 |
Risk Description
The LED string is too long and can detach. If it wraps around a child's neck, it could lead to strangulation. The solder on the LED string contains an excessive amount of lead (measured value: 9.33 % by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment. Moreover, the battery compartment can easily be opened or breaks when the toy is dropped, giving access to the batteries. A child may put the batteries in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract or choking.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive) and the relevant European standard EN 71-1 and EN 62115.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 05/11/2019
Product Description
Transparent inflated balloon fixed to a plastic rigid handle. The handle contains a AAA battery which operates the LED string that is wrapped around the exterior.
🧪 🛑 🌍 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking, environment, strangulation hazard related to LED Balloon.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. 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. Environment: This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. 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. Environment: Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options. Strangulation: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.