Toy set of guns with darts – Gun shooting
Toy set of guns with darts – Gun shooting was recalled on 12 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0749/09. Suffocation risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of suffocation because of inappropriate dimension of the darts which are 30 mm long, instead of the required 57 mm.
| Alert Number | 0749/09 |
| Brand | Midex |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 2025, EAN 5900733012361. |
| Published | 12 June 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation because of inappropriate dimension of the darts which are 30 mm long, instead of the required 57 mm. 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 set consists of two guns made of silver and black coloured plastic, 5 darts made of orange, semi-transparent plastic ended with suction cups, and a target board, made of cardboard, with numbers, coloured yellow, red, black and green. There are also 10 bullets attached to the toy. Packaging consists of a plastic, transparent part fastened to cardboard. There are markings as follows on the cardboard part: name of the toy, “CE mark”, name and address of the importer, Made in China”, EAN number, pictogram “not intended for children “0-3” and written information “not intended for children under 3 years due to small parts, which can be swallowed.”, “Keep the packaging while it contains useful information”.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Toy set of guns with darts – Gun shooting.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.