Sleep bag
Sleep bag was recalled on 2 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00023/21. Suffocation risk reported by Malta. The top stop of the slide fastener at the arm opening is placed on the top instead of bottom of the product.
| Alert Number | A11/00023/21 |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 2 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The top stop of the slide fastener at the arm opening is placed on the top instead of bottom of the product. Furthermore, the neck opening is too large in relation to the child height/age. This can increase the risk of the baby to slip inside the sleep bag and suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 16781:2018.
Measures Taken
Type 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: 15/01/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/01/2021
Product Description
Sleep bag in white with koalas, intended for babies of 0-6 month.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Sleep bag.
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.