Toy and sweets
Toy and sweets was recalled on 15 May 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0647/09. Choking risk reported by Cyprus. The products contain small parts which may easily be detached with minimum force.
| Alert Number | 0647/09 |
| Brand | Biaoda |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 6914204338071. 2. Frog, Model: NO.8856, YWA-422, Barcode:6914204000789. 3. Fish (Cartoon), Model: NO.119, YWA-469, Barcode:6914204001746. 4. Rabbit, Model: NO.978C, YWA-477 Barcode:6914204001708. 5. Helicopter Funny (elephant), Model: NO.186, YWA-423 Barcode:6914204000268. 6. Tank Turtle, Model: NO.5398, YWA-478, Barcode:6914204001753. 7. Dinosaur, Model: NO288, YWA-429, Barcode:6914204000312. |
| Model Number | 1. Aeroplane with rotating umbrella, Model: NO.671, YWA-271, |
| Published | 15 May 2009 |
Risk Description
The products contain small parts which may easily be detached with minimum force. The small parts fit entirely into the small parts cylinder, and young children may therefore put them in their mouth with the risk of choking. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The toys are in the shape of an aeroplane, frog, fish, rabbit, helicopter funny (elephant), tank turtle and dinosaur and are made of multicoloured hard plastic. Each figure is attached to a transparent plastic tube which is filled with sweets. The toys have a label indicating the barcode, the model of the item, country of manufacture (China), the ingredients of the sweets, which are also from China and a warning “Unsuitable for children under 3 years old. Small pieces, danger of choking”. On each toy an engraved inscription indicates the brand of the toy, which is “BIAODA”.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Toy and sweets.
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.