Pacifier Spring Soother Chain
Pacifier Spring Soother Chain was recalled on 26 October 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1558/18. Choking, Entrapment, Strangulation risk reported by Finland. Small parts can easily come off the product and could be put in the mouth by small children causing choking.
| Alert Number | A12/1558/18 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Choking, Entrapment, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 26 October 2018 |
Risk Description
Small parts can easily come off the product and could be put in the mouth by small children causing choking. Moreover, the stretched soother holder is too long and could lead to a risk of strangulation. In addition, the product has holes that may lead to finger entrapment. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 12586.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Authority warning consumers of the riskDate of entry into force: 10/09/2018Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of the products from the AliExpress platformDate of entry into force: 14/09/2018
Product Description
Soother holder strap in plastic bag with no markings on it. The product is sold online (for example on AliExpress).
🛑 🔒 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, entrapment, strangulation hazard related to Pacifier Spring Soother Chain.
About this risk
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. Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
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. Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. 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?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.