Pileczka swiecaca
Pileczka swiecaca was recalled on 11 June 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00841/21. Strangulation risk reported by Poland. The toy is elastic and can be considerably stretched during use.
| Alert Number | A12/00841/21 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | EAN 5902729420051 |
| Model Number | ITEM N0: LSB1362 |
| Published | 11 June 2021 |
Risk Description
The toy is elastic and can be considerably stretched during use. A child could swing the toy around the head and twist it around the neck, causing strangulation. 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): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 28/04/2021
Product Description
Soft squishy light up yoyo ball.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Pileczka swiecaca.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
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?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.