SWORD WITH LIGHT AND SOUND
SWORD WITH LIGHT AND SOUND was recalled on 12 April 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00909/24. Chemical, Choking risk reported by France. The battery compartment breaks easily, leaving button batteries accessible.
| Alert Number | A12/00909/24 |
| Brand | Flying Tiger Copenhagen |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 12 April 2024 |
Risk Description
The battery compartment breaks easily, leaving button batteries accessible. A child may put them in the mouth, and choke. The button batteries could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract if they are ingested. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive or those of the applicable European Standard EN 62115.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 19/02/2024
Product Description
Plastic toy sword with build-in light and sound, battery-powered. The sword is made from squares of transparent, dark blue and brown colours.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to SWORD WITH LIGHT AND SOUND.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.