Shimmeez
Choking Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1415/19 |
| Brand | Sambro International / Van Cranenbroek |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Shimmeez |
| Published | 27 September 2019 |
Risk Description
Small parts (sequins) can easily be detached from the soft toy. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke.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: 22/08/2019Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/07/2019
Product Description
Soft-filled toys covered with sequins.