‘Supporter in a box’
‘Supporter in a box’ was recalled on 13 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0651/06. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. This product presents a risk of choking to children under 36 months due to presence of detachable parts (the football).
| Alert Number | 0651/06 |
| Brand | Rising Star Products AS |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | AV Code: 631339 |
| Published | 13 October 2006 |
Risk Description
This product presents a risk of choking to children under 36 months due to presence of detachable parts (the football).Item is incorrectly marked on the cardboard box as "a gift intended for adults it is not intended for children due to small parts". A sewn in label on the toy carries the CE mark and the text “tested and approved for all ages”. In the opinion of the test house, this item is a soft toy and should therefore be safe for children of all ages.This product 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 withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Soft toy football supporter figure (~13cm in length) holding football (~2cm in diameter). Figure is in colours of relevant football club - toys usually come in team colours with team logos (obscured in these photos) on the doll and box. Figure supplied in open topped cardboard box (~5cm x 5cm x 4.5cm (width x depth x height)) with holes for figures legs and two lengths of string (~14cm each) on top front and back edges for carrying.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to ‘Supporter in a box’.
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.