Toys with candy - Action toy and Candy holder
Toys with candy - Action toy and Candy holder was recalled on 30 January 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0118/09. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of choking because of small parts (frog shaped plastic drum cover, small polystyrene balls from the drum, wheels, plastic cap on sweets tube and plastic attached to the cord) which fit entirely within the small parts cylinder.
| Alert Number | 0118/09 |
| Brand | Candy Play |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Elephant and plane: Item no 025/116, 025/117, 025/118. - Green elephant: Barcode 022896251163. - Pink/green plane: Barcode 5022896251187. |
| Published | 30 January 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because of small parts (frog shaped plastic drum cover, small polystyrene balls from the drum, wheels, plastic cap on sweets tube and plastic attached to the cord) which fit entirely within the small parts cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Two plastic toys in the shape of an elephant, with a transparent plastic drum filled with polystyrene balls in colours green, yellow, white and pink and a frog shaped plug which is easily removed. The drum spins and the wheels underneath the legs move when a string at the end of the toy is pulled. The elephants are attached to a soft plastic tube of sweets in colours blue, green, yellow and pink. A colourful sticker is attached to the toy with a picture of a baby elephant, stars, paw prints and the inscription “no.8857”and "Made in China". The toy aeroplane is made of pink and green plastic and is also attached to a plastic tube filled with sweets.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Toys with candy - Action toy and Candy holder.
About this risk
This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.
Recommended action
Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.