Puffer Ball
Puffer Ball was recalled on 6 November 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1359/15. Strangulation risk reported by Lithuania. The elastic string can be considerably stretched during use: it could get wrapped around the child's neck and cause strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/1359/15 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item No.9 |
| Published | 6 November 2015 |
Risk Description
The elastic string can be considerably stretched during use: it could get wrapped around the child's neck and cause 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 22/09/2015
Product Description
Yo-Yo ball with spikes, emitting flash lights.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Puffer Ball.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.