Toy gun - Super Gun 6mm
Toy gun - Super Gun 6mm was recalled on 20 February 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0243/09. Damage to hearing, Injuries risk reported by Austria. The product poses a risk of: - injuries because it contains plastic projectiles with a diameter of 6 mm.
| Alert Number | 0243/09 |
| Brand | Tactics |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Damage to hearing, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 20 February 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of: - injuries because it contains plastic projectiles with a diameter of 6 mm. These are rigid projectiles that present a maximum kinetic energy of 0.138J whereas the maximum kinetic energy for rigid projectiles without flexible tips is 0.08 J, - damage to hearing because the product has a C-weighted peak emission sound pressure level (LpCpeak) of 119.2 dB, whereas the maximum limit is 115 dB. 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): Recall from consumers and destruction of the products ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Pistol made of hard plastic (black), approximately 20 orange plastic projectiles in another plastic bag. Pistol approximately 18 cm long. Diameter of projectile 6 mm. Packaging: Cardboard/polystyrene box printed in colour (polystyrene base, cardboard cover), covered in clear plastic film, heat-sealed.
👂 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a damage to hearing, injuries hazard related to Toy gun - Super Gun 6mm.
About this risk
This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.
Who is at risk?
Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.