Peek-a-boo ball

Choking Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Peek-a-boo ball
Alert NumberA12/0567/13
BrandWonderworld
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginThailand
Model NumberWW-1181
Published17 May 2013

Risk Description

null The product poses a risk of choking because the wooden rings on the ball may come loose and the little pop-out faces may fall out of the toy. As a result, these parts can be put in the mouth by small children, swallowed and get stuck in the throat blocking the airways. One incident reported.The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 22/03/2013

Product Description

A blue, wooden pop-up ball intended for small children. It is packed in a colourful cardboard box marked with a picture of the toy. On the back of the box there is information in six different languages. Size 6 x 6 x 6 cm. The production date 4/9/2012 and batch number is also printed on the box.

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