Pull-along toy - helicopter

Choking Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Pull-along toy - helicopter
Alert Number1139/09
BrandTOYS
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberUnknown
Published21 August 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking since the piece holding the bar and lever together comes apart from the toy and fits entirely into the small parts cylinder. The toy is clearly intended for children also under 36 months. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected by the customs authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Coloured helicopter in the shape of a whale with a stick to pull it. The packaging consists of a transparent plastic bag on which is written ‘TOYS’ and ‘Made in China’. There is a sticker on the bag with the CE mark and other information.

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