Soft toy - Stuffed soft toy-Worm
Soft toy - Stuffed soft toy-Worm was recalled on 5 February 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0157/10. Choking, Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Lithuania. The product poses a risk of choking, suffocation and injuries because the hard plastic piece (one eye) can be easily detached and a shell hole opened.
| Alert Number | 0157/10 |
| Brand | Dony |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 5 February 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking, suffocation and injuries because the hard plastic piece (one eye) can be easily detached and a shell hole opened. Moreover the styrofoarm filling, which fits entirely into the small parts cylinder, can be made accessible.The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Stuffed soft toy in the form of a centipede with ten feet made from pink, green and yellow elastic nylon fabric. Eyes are made of white hard plastic with black pupils. Nose and antennae have beads on the top and are made of flexible cardboard, covered with nylon. Toy content: body - fine-cut polystyrene foam pellets, feet and legs - synthetic fibres. Toy dimensions – 575 x 260 x 230 mm, toy weight - 224.0 g. The toy is sold without packaging.
🛑 ⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries, suffocation hazard related to Soft toy - Stuffed soft toy-Worm.
About this risk
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. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Suffocation: 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
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. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Suffocation: 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?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.