POLICE
POLICE was recalled on 25 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01925/20. Choking, Injuries risk reported by Lithuania. The suction cups can be easily detached.
| Alert Number | A12/01925/20 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | N0. 08 |
| Published | 25 December 2020 |
Risk Description
The suction cups can be easily detached. If a child puts the projectile in the mouth, the suction cup could detach and obstruct the airways. The kinetic energy of the projectiles, when hitting a person, is too high. This could cause injuries, especially to the eyes. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 11/11/2020
Product Description
The toy set consists of a black and brown rigid plastic gun with spring-loaded ejection mechanism, three black rigid plastic projectiles with orange polymeric suction cups at the ends, yellow foam holster, target of cardboard and black plastic.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to POLICE.
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.