Pull-along toy - Elephant
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This pull-along elephant toy (model No. 349, brand "FUNNY CAR") poses two serious hazards to children. First, small blue plastic connection elements can be removed and fit completely into a child's mouth, creating a choking risk. Second, the pulling cord measures 1,400 millimeters long, presenting a strangulation hazard. The toy does not comply with the Toys Directive or the European standard EN-71-1. The toy consists of a wheeled elephant attached via flexible joints to a container and sunshade, and is packaged in a plastic bag with a cardboard label bearing age and hazard warnings.
Authorities have ordered the product withdrawn from the market. The source document does not specify what remedy is available to consumers who have already purchased this product.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The product poses a risk of:- choking because children may put small details (blue plastic element for connection) into their mouth and choke; small elements completely fit into small parts cylinder.- suffocation by strangulation because the pulling cord is 1400 mm long.This product does not comply with Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN-71-1.
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Toy consists of container for ice-cream and sunshade. Elephant on wheels is attached to sunshade with flexible articulate. Toy is packed in a plastic bag closed with a cardboard label. Label bears following information: "FUNNY CAR. Made in china. No.349. CE. Age limit symbol. WARNING: Choking hazard. Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not suitable for children under 3 years. On sticker: Toy “Elephant” for children over 3 years. Made in China." Model: No 349 Notifying country: Latvia
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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