Perucas de Halloween ('Halloween wig')

Burns, Suffocation Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Perucas de Halloween ('Halloween wig')
Alert NumberA12/0719/16
BrandV&F
CategoryToys
Risk TypeBurns, Suffocation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberRef.64952
Published10 June 2016

Risk Description

null The wig poses a risk of burns due to its high flammability. Moreover, the plastic of the packaging is too thin: If a child plays with it, the plastic might cover the nose and mouth, causing the child to suffocate.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-2.

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: 13/04/2016

Product Description

Multi-coloured wig supplied in a transparent plastic bag sealed by means of a blue cardboard.

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