Shining hedgehog ball
Shining hedgehog ball was recalled on 17 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01771/21. Suffocation risk reported by Lithuania. The toy could cover the nose and mouth of small children, leading to suffocation.
| Alert Number | A12/01771/21 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | WD6-A26 ZHY |
| Published | 17 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The toy could cover the nose and mouth of small children, leading to suffocation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/12/2021
Product Description
Yellow, elastic hedgehog face ball with spikes and a string ending with a loop. A smiley face with a protruding nose. Inside the toy there is a rigid plastic ball with LED that flashes when pressed, the weight of the toy is 23.5 g, the dimensions of the toy are (135 x 70) mm.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Shining hedgehog ball.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.