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Princess castle wooden building bricks

Choking Toys Serious risk

Princess castle wooden building bricks was recalled on 29 January 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0077/16. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The red ball on top of the yellow roof brick may detach, posing a possible choking hazard to young children.

Photo of recalled product: Princess castle wooden building bricks
Alert NumberA12/0077/16
BrandGreat & Small / Barnardo's
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberBarnardo's item: 7254. Factory Item TKB494.
Published29 January 2016

Risk Description

The red ball on top of the yellow roof brick may detach, posing a possible choking hazard to young children.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): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 14/10/2015

Product Description

Brightly coloured set of wooden blocks that can be shaped as a princess castle. Packaged in printed cardboard box.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Princess castle wooden building bricks.

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.

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