Toy mobile phone – Super Telephone
Toy mobile phone – Super Telephone was recalled on 17 October 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1136/08. 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 87.
| Alert Number | 1136/08 |
| Brand | Benign Girl |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Damage to hearing |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN: 5906722061242 |
| Published | 17 October 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because it produces sound with a weighted emission of acoustic pressure of 87.9 dB, which exceeds the permitted limit value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and 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 distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s plastic toy mobile phone, operated by 2 button batteries of 1.5V, equipped with a string to hang it around the neck of a child. The front of the phone has a cover with a picture of a doll marked "Beauty". The product is packed in a blister pack with marking "Benign Girl Super Telephone", and a barcode label on the back marked "TELEFON KOMORKOWY".
👂 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Toy mobile phone – Super Telephone.
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.