Mon premier collier d'ambre ('My first amber necklace')
Mon premier collier d'ambre ('My first amber necklace') was recalled on 22 April 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0458/16. Strangulation risk reported by France. The clasp of the necklace does not break easily enough when under tension and children may be strangled.
| Alert Number | A12/0458/16 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Lithuania |
| Model Number | M 244002 – CA1M |
| Published | 22 April 2016 |
Risk Description
The clasp of the necklace does not break easily enough when under tension and children may be strangled.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 25/02/2016Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 25/02/2016
Product Description
Babies' amber necklace supplied in a transparent plastic bag; The necklace consists of irregularly shaped beads in four colours, separated by a knot, with a plastic clip clasp.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Mon premier collier d'ambre ('My first amber necklace').
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
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?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.