Pull along toy - Cartoon Eden
Pull along toy - Cartoon Eden was recalled on 12 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0742/09. Choking risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of choking because small parts may easily detach from the toy.
| Alert Number | 0742/09 |
| Brand | Happy Star |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN 5900368562026; n° 218; Art n°MPC56202. |
| Published | 12 June 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts may easily detach from the toy. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
A toy hippopotamus with a cord, moving on four wheels. The cord is ended with a small ring handle. On the side of the toy there are four buttons, geometrically shaped, with pictures of animals (cat, dog, duck and frog). Pressing any of the buttons causes emission of the sound of the animal on the picture or a melody. On the back of the hippopotamus there is a light emitting component, covered with red, semi-transparent plastic. The light is emitted simultaneously with the sounds or melodies. The packaging is a cardboard box, coloured mostly violet, with pictures of different models of the toy (lion, cow, and frog). The toys is marked with CE mark and following information: name and address of the importer, “Made in China”, EAN number. There is also a warning about the risk of swallowing small parts and about the need to store the packaging due to useful information, but not within the reach of children, as the packaging is not a toy, pictogram concerning the age 0-3 restriction, and “AGE 3+” inscription.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Pull along toy - Cartoon Eden.
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.