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Rattle chain - Hand-in-Hand Fun

Strangulation Toys Serious risk

Rattle chain - Hand-in-Hand Fun was recalled on 19 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0794/09. Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of strangulation because the string of the toy expands, under a force of 25 N, by more than 40% of its length in the resting position.

Photo of recalled product: Rattle chain - Hand-in-Hand Fun
Alert Number0794/09
BrandXin da mei
CategoryToys
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberRef. 22935, No K857,
Published19 June 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation because the string of the toy expands, under a force of 25 N, by more than 40% of its length in the resting position.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): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Rattle chain with elephants. The packaging is a cardboard box with a plastic window through which the product can be seen.

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Rattle chain - Hand-in-Hand Fun.

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.

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