Soft toy
Soft toy was recalled on 20 March 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00420/20. Chemical, Choking risk reported by Luxembourg. 1) The product has small parts (eyes, ring and link of the chain) that easily detach.
| Alert Number | A12/00420/20 |
| Brand | LG - Imports |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Item nº: LG053084 |
| Published | 20 March 2020 |
Risk Description
1) The product has small parts (eyes, ring and link of the chain) that easily detach.A small child may put the toy in the mouth and choke on them. 2) The internal electronic box is easily accessible due to the weakness of certain seams and easily breaks releasing the button batteries and small parts.A child may put them in the mouth and choke, swallow them and suffer damage to the gastrointestinal tract.3) Additionally the fur and the plastic material of the product's cables and suction cup contain an excessive amount of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP), bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP), di-‘isodecyl’ phthalate (DIDP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP)(measured values up to: 20 %, 13 %, 1.9 %, 0.65 % and 0.2 % by weight, respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system and liver. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 10/01/2020
Product Description
Battery operated soft filled toy in the shape duck with a suction cup and a key ring.
🧪 🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to Soft toy.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Choking: 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
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. Choking: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.