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Magnetic drawing board - Ardoise Animaux

Choking Toys Serious risk

Magnetic drawing board - Ardoise Animaux was recalled on 15 January 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0038/10. Choking risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of choking because of the presence of a small detachable magnet (the pink butterfly's body) which could be swallowed.

Photo of recalled product: Magnetic drawing board - Ardoise Animaux
Alert Number0038/10
BrandLa Grande Récré
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberGencod: 5 420019 975772; ref.: BK3026.
Published15 January 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because of the presence of a small detachable magnet (the pink butterfly's body) which could be swallowed. The magnet fits wholly into the small parts test cylinder and has a magnetic flux higher than 50 kG²mm² (F=92 kG²mm²).The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the retailer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Animal-shaped board with 40 magnetic letters, a dry erase pen and a butterfly eraser.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Magnetic drawing board - Ardoise Animaux.

About this risk

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.

Recommended action

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.

Who is at risk?

Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.

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