Paul
Paul was recalled on 23 January 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0038/15. Choking risk reported by France. Young children could remove the eyes and nose of the toy and put them into the mouth.
| Alert Number | A12/0038/15 |
| Brand | Paul |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Soft toy panda 10 cm - ref. 4729 - Soft toy donkey 10 cm - ref. 5097 - Soft toy fish 15 cm- ref. 5830 - Soft toy dog 10 cm -ref. 4738 -Soft toy Dalmatian 11 cm - ref. 3132 |
| Published | 23 January 2015 |
Risk Description
Young children could remove the eyes and nose of the toy and put them into the mouth. These can get caught in the child's larynx and block the respiratory tracts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black and white soft toys representing animals, unpackaged.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Paul.
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.