Türschutzgitter Kunststoff (Safety gate, plastic)
Türschutzgitter Kunststoff (Safety gate, plastic) was recalled on 9 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1639/16. Chemical, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Czechia. The safety gate can be opened easily due to an inadequate opening mechanism, with the risk of a child falling down the stairs.
| Alert Number | A12/1639/16 |
| Brand | Tec-Take |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Model: SD1001, ITEM NO: 400847 |
| Published | 9 December 2016 |
Risk Description
The safety gate can be opened easily due to an inadequate opening mechanism, with the risk of a child falling down the stairs. The gate has protruding corners where the garments of a child could get caught, causing strangulation. The plastic bag of the packaging is too thin and can cover the mouth and/or nose of a child, causing suffocation. Moreover, the material contains lead (measured value 403 mg/kg), Barium (measured value: 1197 mg/kg) and Chromium (measured value: 90 mg/kg).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 25/10/2016
Product Description
Plastic safety gate.
🧪 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Türschutzgitter Kunststoff (Safety gate, plastic).
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. 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. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Chemical: 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. 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. 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.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.