Soft toy
Soft toy was recalled on 25 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00183/20. Choking, Environment, Strangulation, Suffocation risk reported by Finland. Small parts may easily detach from the toy (nose, eyes and zipper puller).
| Alert Number | INFO/00183/20 |
| Brand | Wish |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Environment, Strangulation, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 25 December 2020 |
Risk Description
Small parts may easily detach from the toy (nose, eyes and zipper puller). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The battery compartment’s wire is accessible and too long. It could be put over a child's head, causing a strangulation hazard. Moreover, the plastic of the packaging is too thin: if a child plays with it, it might cover the nose and mouth, causing the child to suffocate. The solder in the battery compartment contains an excessive amount of lead (measured value: 24 % by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety and the RoHS 2 Directives and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
White teddy bear with lights. No markings. The product was sold online, in particular via Wish.
🛑 🌍 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, environment, strangulation, suffocation hazard related to Soft toy.
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. Environment: This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation. 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. Environment: Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options. Strangulation: Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords. 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. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops. Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.