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Rattle - Grzechotka "Plac zabaw"

Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Rattle - Grzechotka "Plac zabaw" was recalled on 19 February 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0253/10. Damage to hearing risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound level is too high (86 dB detected while 85 dB is acceptable).

Photo of recalled product: Rattle - Grzechotka "Plac zabaw"
Alert Number0253/10
BrandSmiki
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNO 736443230, EAN 2000029467899.
Published19 February 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound level is too high (86 dB detected while 85 dB is acceptable).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 and destruction of the products by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A large toy rattle made of hard plastic, coloured orange, yellow, blue, violet, pink and green. Inside the toy there are different rattling, rotating and moving parts. The packaging is a cardboard box bearing a picture of the product, warnings and information concerning the product: name and address of importer, “CE mark”, “Made in China”, number of product and EAN, brand name, a pictogram concerning the age + 6 M and instructions for use.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Rattle - Grzechotka "Plac zabaw".

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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