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Mordedor de raíz de iris

Health risk / other, Strangulation Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk

Mordedor de raíz de iris was recalled on 31 January 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0129/14. Health risk / other, Strangulation risk reported by Spain. Although the label states that the teether is not a necklace and the cord has a knot, the latter can easily be undone, so that it would be perfectly possible for it to coil round a baby's neck, therefore posing a risk of strangulation.

Photo of recalled product: Mordedor de raíz de iris
Alert NumberA12/0129/14
BrandBebés Ecológicos
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeHealth risk / other, Strangulation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginAustria
Model NumberUnknown
Published31 January 2014

Risk Description

Although the label states that the teether is not a necklace and the cord has a knot, the latter can easily be undone, so that it would be perfectly possible for it to coil round a baby's neck, therefore posing a risk of strangulation.In addition, the composition of the iris root and the form of use (sucking) mean that it may become contaminated, which would damage the oral mucosa.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/01/2013

Product Description

The product is a natural teether for babies. It is packed in a clear plastic bag with a card label indicating 'Bebés Ecológicos', the use of iris root and a photograph of a baby.

🏥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a health risk / other, strangulation hazard related to Mordedor de raíz de iris.

About this risk

This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.

Recommended action

Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.

Who is at risk?

All consumers who have purchased this product.

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