Plastic toy – Delau duck-shaped bubble-blower
Plastic toy – Delau duck-shaped bubble-blower was recalled on 6 July 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0637/07. Suffocation risk reported by France. This toy poses a serious risk of suffocation by strangulation; the string can reach a length longer than 220 mm under a force of 25 N, which can form a slipknot.
| Alert Number | 0637/07 |
| Brand | De Laurier |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| Model Number | Reference 134342. Gencod: 5018630136506. |
| Published | 6 July 2007 |
Risk Description
This toy poses a serious risk of suffocation by strangulation; the string can reach a length longer than 220 mm under a force of 25 N, which can form a slipknot. This string has a rigid part attached to one end, thus creating an unacceptable risk of strangulation for children under the age of 36 months.This toy does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary sales ban and destruction of stocks by the distributorDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Duck-shaped bubble-blower in yellow plastic with black and white self-adhesive eyes. A yellow string is attached to the plastic stopper and at one end has a yellow plastic sealing device.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Plastic toy – Delau duck-shaped bubble-blower.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.