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Balls
22nd August 2009
Item Description:
Brand: TOYS
Type/number of model: Unknown
Description: Multicoloured balls with initial diameter of 0.2 cm which can absorb water to reach a diameter of 1 cm, packed in transparent plastic marked "TOYS", with the recycling symbol, the indication not suitable for children aged 0-3, the EC mark and "MADE in CHINA".
Country of origin: China
Type/number of model: Unknown
Description: Multicoloured balls with initial diameter of 0.2 cm which can absorb water to reach a diameter of 1 cm, packed in transparent plastic marked "TOYS", with the recycling symbol, the indication not suitable for children aged 0-3, the EC mark and "MADE in CHINA".
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Choking
The product poses a risk of choking because it expands rapidly on contact with water and could therefore partially or completely obstruct the airways if accidentally swallowed or if it enters the respiratory tract.
Incidents reported.
The products do not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Action Taken:
Seizure of the products ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
Italy
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
22nd August 2009 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
