Toy mobile phone
Toy mobile phone was recalled on 20 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0645/08. Damage to hearing risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because its A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is 104.
| Alert Number | 0645/08 |
| Brand | QING PAL |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Damage to hearing |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | No. 7610, on sticker: EAN code: 6935176202306, OKU 10493 A |
| Published | 20 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because its A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is 104.9 dB whereas the limit for a close-to-the-ear toy is 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Child’s black plastic mobile phone displaying a picture of a Spiderman-type figure, equipped with a pink string to hang around the neck of a child. Packaging: blister pack on varicoloured cardboard with pictures of a girl and various types of mobile phones. The toy operates on two batteries of 1.5V, type AA.<b>The product might be counterfeit.</b>
👂 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.