Unknown "Fluffy Ball"
Unknown "Fluffy Ball" was recalled on 2 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0349/12. Strangulation risk reported by United Kingdom. The combination of the elasticity of the material and the mass of the toys means that if the ball is swung round it has the potential to wrap around a child’s neck thereby posing a strangulation hazard.
| Alert Number | 0349/12 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 2 March 2012 |
Risk Description
The combination of the elasticity of the material and the mass of the toys means that if the ball is swung round it has the potential to wrap around a child’s neck thereby posing a strangulation hazard. The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71 1-1.
Product Description
Elastic balls with numerous ‘tentacles’ and a finger loop. A face is printed on one side in various colours (orange and yellow found); size: 10 cm in diameter. The balls contain a plastic spherical object with a flashing light mechanism. Packaging: cardboard box, size 29 x 18 x 20cm with a folding l
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Unknown "Fluffy Ball".
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.