Plush toys – Teddy bear with zip
Plush toys – Teddy bear with zip was recalled on 5 April 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0311/07. Choking, Injuries risk reported by Poland. This product poses a serious risk of : - choking because the zip may be very easy opened by child playing with teddy bear.
| Alert Number | 0311/07 |
| Brand | RMC LIMITED |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Teddy bear with zip; number of model 14225. |
| Published | 5 April 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of : - choking because the zip may be very easy opened by child playing with teddy bear. The child can easily reach the filling up which is inside the toy. Considering its structure and amount synthetic fibres after getting to child’s mouth and child’s alimentary canal can cause choking. - injuries because when taking off part of the filling, child can have easy access to sharp mechanism which keeps plastic heart attached.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority.Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to Plush toys – Teddy bear with zip.
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.