Wooden toy
Wooden toy was recalled on 21 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00107/22. Strangulation risk reported by Luxembourg. The product has a long cord.
| Alert Number | A12/00107/22 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Wooden Lacing Watemelon Toy |
| Published | 21 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The product has a long cord.This cord can become trapped in the neck area during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 24/11/2021
Product Description
Wooden lacing toy in the shape of a watermelon with holes and a long cord with a wooden caterpillar at the end. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Wooden toy.
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.