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Toy mobile phone - Cellular phone with Light and Sound

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Toy mobile phone - Cellular phone with Light and Sound was recalled on 27 February 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0283/09. Damage to hearing risk reported by Estonia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is between 86.

Photo of recalled product: Toy mobile phone - Cellular phone with Light and Sound
Alert Number0283/09
BrandToi-Toys
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountryEstonia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberN°5136; EAN: 8714627851366
Published27 February 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is between 86.2 and 89.8 dB, whereas the limit for close-to-the-ear toys is 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Swivel-mounted mobile phone made of grey and blue plastic. The toy is battery operated. Approximate size: 8.5 cm x 4 cm. There are also 2 extra covers: one is made of red and blue plastic, the other is made of red and yellow plastic. Approximate size of packaging: 25x17 cm. The product is marked: "WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD-Small parts. Not for Children under 3 years"; CE-mark; Made in China.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Toy mobile phone - Cellular phone with Light and Sound.

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.

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