Toy telephone "Novel Telephone"
Toy telephone "Novel Telephone" was recalled on 18 November 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1258/11. Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of strangulation because the cord is too long (approximately 350mm long), thus exceeding the maximum length of 220mm permitted for children under 18 months of age, and the maximum length of 300mm permitted for other toys for children under 3 years of age.
| Alert Number | 1258/11 |
| Brand | YAN FA |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item K688 -Nº 321CA-0 |
| Published | 18 November 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation because the cord is too long (approximately 350mm long), thus exceeding the maximum length of 220mm permitted for children under 18 months of age, and the maximum length of 300mm permitted for other toys for children under 3 years of age. The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Product Description
Children's toy telephone which emits sounds. Packaging: a cardboard box bearing the importer’s details, CE mark, model number and a photograph of a baby.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Toy telephone "Novel Telephone".
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.