STC Newsletter: Recall Summary - European and US Toys
Issue no.: 31/23/TCD
EU Safety Gate Alerts (Oct 2023)
Alert No. | Notifying Country | Product | Product Photo | Hazard / Risk | Measures Adopted |
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A11/00104/23 | Ireland | Roller skates as toy (Country of Origin: Vietnam) | [Image of roller skates] |
Cuts, Injuries: The bottom bolt of the skate has a sharp/rough edge which may cause injuries to the user such as lacerations and cuts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. | Recall of the product from end users |
A11/00108/23 | Hungary | Toy musical instrument (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of toy musical instrument] |
Chemical: The battery packaging can easily be opened without the use of a tool, making the batteries accessible. A child could swallow the batteries, which can cause damage to their digestive tract. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures |
A11/00109/23 | Hungary | Magnetic toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of magnetic toy] |
Injuries: The product can easily break into small parts with a high magnetic flux. If a child swallows them, they could attract one another causing intestinal blockage or perforation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Destruction of the product |
A11/00111/23 | France | Soft toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of soft toy] |
Choking: The fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to the weakness of certain seams. A small child may put this stuffing material in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A11/00112/23 | France | Soft toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of soft toy] |
Choking: The seams under the arms of the doll are too weak, making the fibrous stuffing material of the toy easily accessible. A small child may put this stuffing material in their mouth and choke on it. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02343/23 | Poland | Plastic doll (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic doll] |
Chemical: The head of the doll has an excessive concentration of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 6.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Warning consumers of the risks |
A12/02349/23 | France | Fancy dress (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of fancy dress costume] |
Burns: The product is highly flammable. Children may wear the costume close to an ignition source and the costume may catch fire, resulting in burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-2. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02350/23 | Ireland | Skateboard as toy (Country of Origin: Vietnam) | [Image of skateboard toy] |
Choking: The wheel and axle rod can detach, creating small parts. A young child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02351/23 | France | Modelling clay (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of modelling clay] |
Chemical: The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylisothiazolinone (MI) and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis to sensitised persons. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standards EN 71-10 and EN 71-11. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02352/23 | The Netherlands | Wooden puzzle (Country of Origin: The Netherlands) | [Image of wooden puzzle] |
Choking: The product can easily break, resulting in small parts. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02353/23 | France | Finger paint (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of finger paint] |
Chemical: The paint contains a mixture of the preservatives methylisothiazolinone (MI) and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Dermal contact with MCI and MI containing products can provoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised persons. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standards EN 71-10 and EN 71-11. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02361/23 | France | Set of toy vehicles (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of toy vehicles] |
Choking: Small parts (yellow wheels of the red vehicle) can easily detach. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02366/23 | France | Balloons (Country of Origin: Spain) | [Image of balloons] |
Chemical: The rubber of the balloons releases an excessive amount of 4-nitrosomorpholine (NMOR) (measured value up to 0.16 mg/kg). NMOR is a nitrosamine, which may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. A child could be exposed to it when touching or putting the product in their mouth. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-12. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02372/23 | Slovenia | Plastic toy gun (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic toy gun] |
Choking: The product has small detachable parts (foam projectiles). A child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02395/23 | France | Soother holder (Country of Origin: France) | [Image of soother holder] |
Strangulation: The soother holder is too long (260 mm), which may lead to strangulation of a child. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 12586. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02397/23 | France | Toy figurines (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of toy figurines] |
Choking, Suffocation: The toy has small parts (attachment of the barrier) which can easily detach. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. Moreover, the plastic of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with the packaging, it can cover their mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02405/23 | Slovenia | Rattle toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of rattle toy] |
Choking: Small rubber parts of the rattle can easily detach. A child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02407/23 | Lithuania | Soft plastic toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of soft plastic toy] |
Chemical: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP), di-'isodecyl' phthalate (DIDP) and di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP) (measured values up to 0.2% and 10.9% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system and liver. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02419/23 | France | Plastic rings toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic rings toy] |
Cuts, Injuries: The accessible sharp point on the edge of one of the green rings may cause injuries to the user, such as lacerations and cuts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02426/23 | Sweden | Plastic ball (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic ball] |
Environment: The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 81.1% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive). | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02434/23 | Malta | Play dough (Country of Origin: Malta) | [Image of play dough] |
Choking: The product can easily break, resulting in small parts. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02442/23 | Slovenia | Soft toy with suction cup (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of soft toy with suction cup] |
Choking: The suction cup of the soft toy detaches easily. A child can put it in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02476/23 | Sweden | Remote controlled car (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of remote controlled car] |
Environment: The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 86.4% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive). | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02495/23 | Ireland | Rattle toy (Country of Origin: Ireland) | [Image of rattle toy] |
Choking: The bottom part of the handle of the rattle may become detached and release small parts which a child may put in their mouth and choke on. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02496/23 | Ireland | Rattle toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of rattle toy] |
Choking: The bottom part of the handle of the rattle can become detached, releasing small parts which a small child may put in their mouth and choke on. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02497/23 | Lithuania | Rattle toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of rattle toy] |
Choking: The toy has small parts (swan beak, button, cover). A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02498/23 | Poland | Plastic doll (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic doll] |
Chemical: The head of the doll has an excessive concentration of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 20.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Warning consumers of the risks |
A12/02499/23 | Finland | Key ring with soft toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of key ring with soft toy] |
Choking: Small parts (metal keyrings and the plastic nose of the plush toy) detach too easily. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Import rejected at border |
A12/02501/23 | Lithuania | Toy slime (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of toy slime] |
Chemical: The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value up to 922 mg/kg). Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-3. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02511/23 | Slovenia | Soft toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of soft toy] |
Chemical, Choking, Strangulation: Small parts (nose and suction cup) can easily detach. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product also poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a ribbon intended to be tied at the neck area. Moreover, the product has an excessive concentration of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 26.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product neither complies with the REACH Regulation, nor with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02517/23 | Lithuania | Plastic doll (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic doll] |
Chemical: The product has an excessive concentration of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 17.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02518/23 | Lithuania | Plastic doll (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic doll] |
Chemical: The product has an excessive concentration of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 26.1% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02519/23 | The Netherlands | Wooden car toy (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of wooden car toy] |
Choking: The toy has small parts (clown's nose, head, collar and the metal ball of the hat) which can easily detach. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02520/23 | Lithuania | Plastic doll (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic doll] |
Chemical: The plastic material of the doll contains an excessive concentration of di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP) (measured value up to 6.1% by weight), di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP) (measured value up to 0.02% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02521/23 | Lithuania | Plastic doll (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of plastic doll] |
Chemical: The plastic material of the doll contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 20.2% by weight) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value up to 0.01% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02535/23 | Finland | Soother holder (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of soother holder] |
Choking: The soother holders have silicone parts which can break and create small parts. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with European Standard EN 12586. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02555/23 | Romania | Yoyo puffer ball (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of yoyo puffer ball] |
Strangulation: The toy can stretch too long. A child could swing the toy around their head and twist it around their neck, causing strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures |
A12/02562/23 | Ireland | Sleeping bag (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of sleeping bag] |
Overheating: This infant sleeping bag has an insulance rate corresponding to 5 TOG and can cause a baby to overheat, resulting in a fatality. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 16781. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02564/23 | Romania | Yoyo puffer ball (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of yoyo puffer ball] |
Strangulation: The toy can stretch too long. A child could swing the toy around their head and twist it around their neck, causing strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures |
A12/02570/23 | France | Finger paint kit (Country of Origin: Estonia) | [Image of finger paint kit] |
Chemical: The orange paint contains formaldehyde (measured value up to 0.25% by weight). Formaldehyde is a skin sensitizer and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN-71-1. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02579/23 | Ireland | Sleeping bag (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of sleeping bag] |
Overheating: This infant sleeping bag has an insulance rate corresponding to 5 TOG and can cause a baby to overheat, resulting in a fatality. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 16781. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02585/23 | The Netherlands | Toy birthday cake (Country of Origin: Unknown) | [Image of toy birthday cake] |
Choking: The toy has small parts (imitation flame of the candles) which can easily detach. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 71-1. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02594/23 | France | Fancy-dress costume (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of fancy dress costume] |
Chemical: The blue tulle fabric has an excessive concentration of formaldehyde (measured value up to 0.013%). Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. | Recall of the product from end users |
A12/02600/23 | France | Teething ring (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of teething ring] |
Choking: The blue plastic loop can easily break generating small parts. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
A12/02601/23 | France | Toy car (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of toy car] |
Chemical, Choking: The battery compartment is easily opened without the use of tools and the bodywork breaks easily, making the button cell batteries accessible. A child could put the batteries in their mouth and choke and the batteries can also cause damage to their digestive tract if they are swallowed. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 62115. | Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace |
A12/02602/23 | France | Toy rattle (Country of Origin: Vietnam) | [Image of toy rattle] |
Choking: The handle of the rattle toy is too long and if a child puts it in the mouth, it can obstruct their airway and cause choking. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. | Withdrawal of the product from the market |
Safety Gate: the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products
"Safety Gate", the EU rapid alert system (formerly known as 'RAPEX'), enables the rapid exchange of information between 31 European countries and the European Commission on non-food dangerous products found on the market posing a risk to the health and safety of consumers.
A weekly overview of the alerts on those products is published in English for free on https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport#weeklyReports. The measures taken in the notifying country in order to restrict such products' marketing or use can be ordered by national authorities ("compulsory measures") or be taken directly by producers and distributors ("voluntary measures").
The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex II.10 of the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.
CPSC Recall List (Oct 2023)
Recall No. | Notifying Country | Product | Product Photo | Hazard / Risk | Remedy |
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24-001 | USA | Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy (Country of Origin: Spain, Colombia) | [Image of Slime Licker] |
Choking Hazard: Candy Dynamics Recalls 70 Million Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candies Due to Choking Hazard. The candy's rolling ball can detach from the product's container into a child's mouth, posing a choking hazard for consumers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy, take it away from children and contact Candy Dynamics for a full refund of the product that is not empty of liquid candy. Consumers should contact Candy Dynamics to receive free shipping to return their non-empty product. |
24-002 | USA | Cocco Candy Rolling Candy (Country of Origin: Turkey) | [Image of Cocco Candy Rolling Candy] |
Choking Hazard: Cocco Candy and KGR Distribution Recall Cocco's Candy Rolling Candy Due to Choking Hazard; One Death Reported. The candy's rolling ball can dislodge from the product into a child's mouth, posing a choking hazard or death. | Consumers should stop using the recalled rolling candy, take it away from children and contact the firm to receive a refund. |
24-004 | USA | Rene Rofe Girl Children's Blanket Sleepers and Hooded Robes (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of children's blanket sleepers and robes] |
Burn Hazard: Children's Blanket Sleepers and Robes Recalled by International Intimates Due to Burn Hazard and Violation of Federal Flammability Standards. The recalled children's blanket sleepers and robes fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled blanket sleepers and robes away from children, stop using them and contact International Intimates for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the garments by cutting them in half and send International Intimates a photo of the destroyed recalled product by email at recall@renerofe.com. Upon receipt of the photo, consumers will be issued a full refund of the purchase price. |
24-006 | USA | The FORT Children's Play Tents (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of The FORT Children's Play Tents] |
Choking and Laceration Hazards: The FORT Recalls Children's Play Tents Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards. The magnets used to connect the various pieces of The FORT can become dislodged from their pouches, posing choking and laceration hazards to young children. | CPSC urges consumers to dispose of recalled children's play tents and NOT to resell or donate them. It is a violation of federal law to sell or distribute recalled products. The firm is no longer in business, so there is no remedy for consumers. |
24-007 | USA | Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs] |
Choking Hazard: Little Sleepies Recalls Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs Due to Choking Hazard. The care instruction label on the Sleepyhead Lovey and Bandana Bib can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs away from children and remove the care instruction label to eliminate the hazard or, if consumers do not wish to remove the label, they can return the products using pre-paid shipping from the company for a full refund. |
24-010 | USA | Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Troublesome Truck & Crates and Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Troublesome Truck & Paint (Country of Origin: Indonesia) | [Image of Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway] |
Magnet Ingestion Hazards: Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Troublesome Truck & Crates and Troublesome Truck & Paint Recalled by Fisher-Price Due to Choking and Magnet Ingestion Hazards. The small plastic piece containing a high-powered magnet that connects one train to another can detach or become loose, posing choking and magnet ingestion hazards. | Consumers should immediately stop using the toys and go to www.service.mattel.com and click on "Recalls & Safety Alerts" for instructions on how to receive a pre-paid return label via email from Fisher-Price. Upon receipt of the returned product, consumers will be sent a full refund. |
24-014 | USA | Cosco Jump, Spin & Play Activity Centers (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of Cosco Jump, Spin & Play Activity Centers] |
Fall and Injury Hazards: Dorel Juvenile Group Recalls Cosco Jump, Spin & Play Activity Centers Due to Fall and Injury Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Walmart. The activity center's straps can detach or break while a child is in the activity center, posing fall and injury hazards to the child. | Consumers should stop using the recalled activity centers immediately and contact Dorel for a replacement. Consumers will be instructed to cut through the straps of the activity centers and send a photo of the cut straps to Dorel to receive a free replacement activity center. |
24-702 | USA | YourHealthToolkit 5-pound Children's Weighted Blankets (Country of Origin: China) | [Image of YourHealthToolkit Weighted Blankets] |
Asphyxiation Hazard: YourHealthToolkit Recalls Children's Weighted Blankets Due to Asphyxiation Hazard; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com (Recall Alert). A young child can become entrapped by unzipping and entering the blanket, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation. | Consumers should immediately stop using the children's weighted blankets and contact Amazon to receive a full refund. YourHealth Toolkit is contacting all known purchasers directly via Amazon with instructions on how to disable all product functionality or return the product. |
Australian Product Safety System
The Australian product safety system is set up to maximize the safety of goods by the cooperation of consumers, businesses and agencies. This policy sets out the principles adopted by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for prioritizing and addressing product safety risks.
Under the Australian Consumer Law, a responsible Minister can order a compulsory recall when there are hazards on the products. A voluntary recall could be conducted to remove the product from the marketplace when the suppliers become aware of unsafe or defective products.
The ACCC administers a national recalls system for recalls of specific and general consumer products, and publishes all product recalls on the website https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls.
ACCC Recall List (Oct 2023)
PRA No. | Notifying Country | Product / Description | Product Photo | Hazard / Risk | Remedy |
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2023/19892 | Australia | Wooden activity play table SKU: J04402 Batch numbers: 10615, 10799, 10887, 11107 | [Image of wooden activity play table] |
Choking Hazard: Recalled batches of this product do not comply with the mandatory standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age. A bell may detach from the product while it is in use. There is a risk of choking, suffocation or death to young children if the bell detaches from the table while in use. | Consumers should stop using the activity table immediately and check if they have a product from one of the recalled batches. Consumers with recalled products should contact Bright Wonders on 08 7425 1406 or send an email to recall@janod.com.au to request a free replacement bell kit. |
2023/19935 | Australia | The affected products are children's books bound together with plastic rings. The front of the affected products displays the Rainbow Road logo. | [Image of children's books with plastic rings] |
Choking Hazard: The circular binding rings for the books can be torn free. If the binding rings are torn free, they can become small parts which can cause a choking hazard. | Consumers should check the ISBN numbers listed above. The ISBN numbers are printed on the back cover, just above the barcode, and on the back of the Book Box (gift box). If their product is affected, immediately stop using it and visit https://www.recallrtr.com/rr to register for a refund or email rr@realtimeresults.net for more information. |
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EU Requirements
- EN 71
- Phthalates (EC) no. 1907/2006
- Nickel Release (EC) no. 1907/2006
- Total Cadmium (EEC) no. 91/338
- Lead in Jewellery product (EC) no. 836/2012
- Azo-dye (EC) no. 1907/2006
- Bisphenol-A (2014/81/EU)
- DMF (Dimethyl fumarate) (EU) no. 2011/135
- Flame retardants TCEP, TCPP, TDCP (2014/79/EU)
- Package Waste Directive (94/62/EC)
US & Canada Requirements
- ASTM F963
- CPSIA
- California Proposition 65
- 16 CFR 1501
- ASTM F2923 (Children's jewellery)
- ASTM F2999 (Adult's jewellery)
- US Toxic in Packaging Clearinghouse (TPCH)
- CCPSA - Toys Regulations (SOR/2011-17)
Japan Requirements
- Japan Toy Safety Standard (ST)
- Japan Food Sanitation Law (JFSL)
Australia Requirements
- AS/NZS 8124
- Consumer Protection Notice No. 6 of 2010 - DEHP
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