Toy musical instruments
| Alert Number | A12/01826/21 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Damage to hearing, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 890-27 |
| Published | 24 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The various instruments have detachable small parts and protruding parts, and can easily break creating further small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. Furthermore, If the toy is used improperly it may cause damage to hearing. Finally, one of the instruments (toy drum) has a long cord that should be placed around the neck; this cord can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Blue plastic instruments. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001896700575.html