PLAY ME
PLAY ME was recalled on 20 November 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01517/20. Chemical, Choking risk reported by Slovakia. Small parts (the eyes, the zipper puller, the glue, the wires of the neck, the push-button of the left wing) can easily detach from the toy.
| Alert Number | A12/01517/20 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 20 November 2020 |
Risk Description
Small parts (the eyes, the zipper puller, the glue, the wires of the neck, the push-button of the left wing) can easily detach from the toy. A small child may put them into the mouth and choke.The fibrous stuffing material is easily accessible due to the weakness of certain seams. A small child may put the stuffing material in the mouth and choke.The battery compartment can be easily opened without the aid of a tool, leaving button batteries accessible.A child may put the batteries in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract if swallowed. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and the relevant European standard EN 62115.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Battery-operated soft-filled toy in the shape of a duck in a yellow colour with plastic eyes.
🧪 🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to PLAY ME.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Choking: 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
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. Choking: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.