Plastic toy – Charisma toy duck
Plastic toy – Charisma toy duck was recalled on 5 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1390/08. Choking, Injuries risk reported by Austria. The product poses a risk of: - choking because small parts can be easily detached (plastic balls, wheels); - injuries due to solid metal pins.
| Alert Number | 1390/08 |
| Brand | Toys |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Charisma |
| Published | 5 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of: - choking because small parts can be easily detached (plastic balls, wheels); - injuries due to solid metal pins. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the remaining stocks and information to consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Plastic toy duck, with a second smaller duck on its back. The latter is holding a small roundabout in its beak, to which four balls are attached. There is a plastic fitting at the rear, to which a string is attached and a drive mechanism inside (spiral spring). The duck is available in yellow or green with pink wheels; the roundabout is green or mauve. Length approximately 10 cm, height approximately 11.5 cm.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to Plastic toy – Charisma toy duck.
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.