Puffer ball
| Alert Number | A12/1399/17 |
| Brand | ECLT |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 13 October 2017 |
Risk Description
null Small parts can be detached from the toy and the elastic cord can be considerably stretched during use. As a result, children could put the small parts in the mouth and choke, or the cord could get wrapped around the child's neck, causing strangulation. 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: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Puffer ball made of an elastic material. The head consists of a loop which can be stretched. It is available in different colours.