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Totally amazing party attraction luminous toy — choking risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChokingMay 16, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of choking because the battery compartment can be easily opened, giving access to the batteries. As this toy is designed to be put into the mouth, it is especially dangerous.The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

This is a luminous toy, designed to be placed on the palate. The product contains two button batteries and coloured lights which are activated by pressure. It comes in a transparent blister pack. The front reads: “Flashing Mouth, Flashing multi-color comfortable to wear. Totally Amazing Party Attraction”. The back carries the instructions for use, maintenance and washing instructions in a language other than the official language of the State. CE marking, Warning: “Choking Hazard-Small parts. Not for children under 12 years. Made in China.”

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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