Plush Baby Shark
Plush Baby Shark was recalled on 1 May 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00652/20. Chemical, Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The toy's foam filling is easily accessible, while its battery box can be easily opened, generating small parts and leaving button batteries accessible.
| Alert Number | A12/00652/20 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 1 May 2020 |
Risk Description
The toy's foam filling is easily accessible, while its battery box can be easily opened, generating small parts and leaving button batteries accessible. A small child may put in its mouth the small parts and choke on them, or the button batteries , which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract or choking. 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): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Soft toy in the shape of a blue baby shark. The product was sold online, in particular via Amazon.
🧪 🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to Plush Baby Shark.
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.