LED Teddy Bear
LED Teddy Bear was recalled on 11 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01755/20. Chemical, Choking, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by United Kingdom. The battery compartment is easily opened/broken, leaving the button batteries accessible.
| Alert Number | A12/01755/20 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 11 December 2020 |
Risk Description
The battery compartment is easily opened/broken, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child could put them in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract or choking. The electrical cables of the lights are beyond the maximum length, which when tangled may form a loop with which a child can strangle itself. The product does not comply with Toy Safety Directive abd European standard 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
White teddy bear with LEDs inside which light up. The product was also sold online, namely on eBay.
🧪 🛑 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking, injuries, strangulation hazard related to LED Teddy Bear.
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.