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Percussion caps “Percussion caps / 8-shots”

Burns, Damage to sight Toys Serious risk

Percussion caps “Percussion caps / 8-shots” was recalled on 13 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0654/06. Burns, Damage to sight risk reported by Czechia. This product poses a risk of damage to sight and burns for children because when shooting, there are in irregular intervals flames coming out of the percussion caps in the ring and there are glowing residues of the paper plug covering the explosive mixture and the rest of the plug.

Photo of recalled product: Percussion caps “Percussion caps / 8-shots”
Alert Number0654/06
CategoryToys
Risk TypeBurns, Damage to sight
Notifying CountryCzechia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published13 October 2006

Risk Description

This product poses a risk of damage to sight and burns for children because when shooting, there are in irregular intervals flames coming out of the percussion caps in the ring and there are glowing residues of the paper plug covering the explosive mixture and the rest of the plug. These percussion caps are specifically designed for use in toys.Incidents of burns in fingers have been reported.The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Thirty slots of 8-shot percussion caps in a ring packed in a paper cylinder.

🌡️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a burns, damage to sight hazard related to Percussion caps “Percussion caps / 8-shots”.

About this risk

This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.

Who is at risk?

All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.

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