Soft toy - Bright Starts Star Teether Beads
Soft toy - Bright Starts Star Teether Beads was recalled on 9 February 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0139/07. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. This toy poses a serious risk of choking because there is a risk of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and in some cases resulting in the beads becoming detached from the ring thereby posing a risk of choking to children.
| Alert Number | 0139/07 |
| Brand | Bright Starts |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model 8483, UPC 074451084834 |
| Published | 9 February 2007 |
Risk Description
This toy poses a serious risk of choking because there is a risk of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and in some cases resulting in the beads becoming detached from the ring thereby posing a risk of choking to children.This toy does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales of the product and recall from consumers by the manufacturerDate of entry into force: Unknown
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Soft toy - Bright Starts Star Teether Beads.
About this risk
This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.
Recommended action
Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.