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Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Toy mobile phone was recalled on 4 July 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0720/08. Damage to hearing risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sound with a weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 96 dB, which exceeds the permitted limit value of 80 dB for toys to be used close to the ear.

Photo of recalled product: Toy mobile phone
Alert Number0720/08
BrandDING LI
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberMickey Mouse, Super telephone, no: 8788
Published4 July 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sound with a weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 96 dB, which exceeds the permitted limit value of 80 dB for toys to be used close to the ear.This toy 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): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Child’s plastic mobile phone in the shape of a Mickey Mouse head, red and blue, equipped with a small transparent antenna and a string to hang around the neck of a child, operates on 2 button batteries of 1.5 V. Packaging: blister. The product may be counterfeit

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Toy mobile phone.

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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