Plastic toy
Plastic toy was recalled on 5 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1004/07. Choking risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of choking due to small parts (unswollen pet fits in small parts cylinder 8.
| Alert Number | 1004/07 |
| Brand | Growing Pet Dinosaur Egg and Growing Pet Snake Egg |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item n° in invoice FT-1545 (Dinosaur) and Item n° in invoice FT-1592 (Snake). |
| Published | 5 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking due to small parts (unswollen pet fits in small parts cylinder 8.2). In the test of expanding materials (8.14) the pet expands over 50 % in every dimension (dinosaur: 90 – 160 %, snake: 160 - 180 %). Test performed by Finnish Customs Laboratory.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Pink egg in a plastic package, growing/expanding pet inside the egg.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Plastic toy.
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.