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Unknown was recalled on 27 December 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1994/13. Chemical, Choking risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of choking because the battery compartment is easily accessible and small button batteries could be swallowed by small children.

Photo of recalled product: Unknown
Alert NumberA12/1994/13
BrandYiduo Zi
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical, Choking
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published27 December 2013

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because the battery compartment is easily accessible and small button batteries could be swallowed by small children. The ingestion of button batteries by small children poses also a chemical risk.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 62115 and EN 71-1.According to additional tests carried out by the Latvian authorities, the head of the doll contains di-n-octylphthalate (DNOP) above the permitted levels (measured value: 16.6% by weight). According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/07/2013

Product Description

Plastic doll with a very large plastic soother in its mouth. The product is supplied in a cellophane bag sealed with a cardboard strip.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to Unknown.

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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