Little girl bee
Little girl bee was recalled on 1 February 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0113/13. Injuries, Strangulation, Suffocation risk reported by France. The product poses the risk of:- Injuries due to the presence of sharp elements: the wire yarn representing antenna on the hood of the costume does not withstand the required bending; - Strangulation due to the presence of a fixed ring (attached to the hood) which is too long;- Suffocation due to the presence of an impermeable plastic bag (the bag containing the hood) which is not thick enough and may cause obstruction of the airway from the mouth and nose.
| Alert Number | A12/0113/13 |
| Brand | Clown Republic |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Greece |
| Model Number | Ref 12918 (2012) |
| Published | 1 February 2013 |
Risk Description
The product poses the risk of:- Injuries due to the presence of sharp elements: the wire yarn representing antenna on the hood of the costume does not withstand the required bending; - Strangulation due to the presence of a fixed ring (attached to the hood) which is too long;- Suffocation due to the presence of an impermeable plastic bag (the bag containing the hood) which is not thick enough and may cause obstruction of the airway from the mouth and nose. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Product Description
Little bee costume for children aged 12-18 months, supplied on a hanger in plastic bag (yellow and black).
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation, suffocation hazard related to Little girl bee.
About this risk
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
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?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.