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Damage to hearing, Suffocation Toys Serious risk

Unknown was recalled on 3 August 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1151/12. Damage to hearing, Suffocation risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the level of sound is too high.

Photo of recalled product: Unknown
Alert NumberA12/1151/12
BrandSafety Toys
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing, Suffocation
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Numberno. 41109
Published3 August 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the level of sound is too high. The plastic packaging poses a risk of suffocation because it is not thick enough and may cause obstruction of the airway from the mouth and nose.The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Product Description

The toy is a set of rubber animal figures in a plastic bag. The set contains 6 animal squeeze toys: a duck, a frog, a mouse and three bears, all made of colourful rubberlike material. All the animals have a sound making feature which is placed inside the toy which makes reaching it impossible.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing, suffocation hazard related to Unknown.

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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