Injuries

0026/06

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Case number
0026/06
Category
Toys
Audience
Consumer
Notifying country
🇸🇰 Slovakia
Country of origin
Unknown
Published
2006-01-27

⚠️ Risk

During the drop test the side of the toy broke and the base of the toy with the metal jingling mechanism separated from the toy. In the case of one sample, the base broke off along with small sharp plastic shards. The jingling mechanism is composed of a slightly rusted cast-iron base, into which slightly rusted steel wires are inserted.

Measures

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): The retailer voluntarily informed consumers about the possibility to return the product and withdraw the product from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Small clown (toy) Type/model: 1001.Description: The toy is made of plastic and is in the shape of a bear. There is a ‘weight’ incorporated in its lower part providing balance and allowing the toy to swing, upon which it emits jingling sounds. The toy is packed in a transparent cellophane bag.