Soother holder
Soother holder was recalled on 15 September 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1231/17. Strangulation, Suffocation risk reported by Bulgaria. No ventilation holes are provided, which may lead to the suffocation of the child.
| Alert Number | A12/1231/17 |
| Brand | Minene |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Strangulation, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | product No: 16061602,1603,1604,1605,1607,1608 (different colours) |
| Published | 15 September 2017 |
Risk Description
No ventilation holes are provided, which may lead to the suffocation of the child. In addition, the strap is too long and may lead to the strangulation of the child. The product does not comply with the European standard EN 12586.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 28/08/2017
Product Description
The product supplied in a textile bag
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation, suffocation hazard related to Soother holder.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.