Toy fishing set
Choking, Injuries Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1072/18 |
| Brand | Samefa |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ref. 4812 |
| Published | 3 August 2018 |
Risk Description
The toy contains a small magnet with a high magnetic flux which can easily become detached. If a child swallowed the magnet and other metallic objects, these could attract each other, leading to intestinal obstruction or perforation. In addition, if the magnet were put in the mouth, it could block the child’s airways. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 05/06/2018
Product Description
Plastic fishing set with fish of different colours and a fishing rod, containing a magnet. Blister pack with cardboard back.