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Stretch Centipede — strangulation risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskStrangulationMay 1, 2009

Hazard

The product poses a risk of strangulation because with minimal force it can stretch 50% times its original size. It has a size of 250 mm and elongation of 1500 mm with a minimal force of 25N. As a result there is a danger of strangulation if the neck of the child is entrapped. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Multicoloured soft toy in the shape of a centipede. On the label there is a warning: "Choking Hazard-Small parts, Not for children under 3 years old", a CE mark, age restriction and "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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