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Toy mobile phone was recalled on 3 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0453/09. Damage to hearing risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is 98dB, whereas the limit for close-to-the-ear toys is 80 dB.

Photo of recalled product: Toy mobile phone
Alert Number0453/09
BrandJie Cheng Toys (JC)
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberJC-6670, EAN 5907800860825, AL. 3407.
Published3 April 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is 98dB, 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The toy is a mobile phone with a picture of bird. The toy is coloured red, with yellow and silver on the front. It is powered by 2 R6 batteries, which are not attached. The packaging is a cardboard box. On the sticker and on the packaging there are warnings and information in Polish concerning the product, name and address of the importer, “CE mark”, “Made in China”, number of product and EAN, a pictogram concerning the age 0-3 restriction, “Choking hazard due to small parts".

👂 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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