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Choking

Small parts that can easily detach — from toys, children's products, clothing or food — and be swallowed or inhaled.

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What it can cause

A small part can block a child's airway. This is one of the most frequent reasons for toy alerts.

What to do

Take the product away from children immediately and return it to the seller.

General information only — not medical advice. If you have worrying symptoms, contact a doctor or call 112.

Safety GateSerious risk

Playpen Galactica “Play Pen with Play House” — risk: choking

The Galactica “Play Pen with Play House” playpen poses a serious choking risk because its suction cups can easily detach and be swallowed by small children. The product fails to meet EU Toy Safety Directive…

ChokingChildcare articles and children's equipment

Safety GateSerious risk

Bath toy CEPEWA GmbH — risk: choking

An EU safety alert highlights a bath toy from CEPEWA GmbH (model 82592) poses a choking hazard due to a detachable plastic label on the bottom. The product fails to meet EU toy safety standards and directives…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Soft toy “Pawsitive Cat Toy” — risk: choking, suffocation

The soft toy "Pawsitive Cat Toy" poses a serious risk of choking due to easily detachable small parts like the plastic eyes, which children might swallow. Additionally, the thin flexible plastic bag that contains the…

Choking, SuffocationToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Wooden toy “Hammer case” — risk: choking

A wooden toy sold as a "Hammer case" presents a serious choking risk due to small ball-shaped parts that young children could ingest. This product, which includes a box with colored openings and a mallet for inserting…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Plastic toy Pepco — risk: choking

A plastic toy from Pepco, model 632235, has been recalled due to a choking hazard. The toy contains small figurines that can detach and pose a risk if ingested by young children. It does not meet the requirements of the…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Building blocks toy Nina's — risk: choking

A toy called Nina's Building Blocks has small parts that can be a choking hazard for young children. These small parts are cylindrical in shape and have a protruding part that can also be swallowed. The EU is requiring…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Squeeze toy “Steamed Bun” — risk: choking

A squeeze toy called "Steamed Bun" poses a serious risk of choking to young children because small parts can easily detach and be swallowed. This product does not meet EU safety standards for toys. It has been banned…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Teething toy Platube “Silicone Teether” — risk: choking

A teething toy called "Silicone Teether" from brand Platube has been recalled due to a choking hazard. The toy can be sucked too far into a child's mouth, potentially causing obstruction or blockage of the airway. This…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Key ring with soft toy UOUOROSE — risk: choking

A UOUOROSE toy key ring model YS41 poses a choking hazard due to small detachable parts that can be swallowed by children. The product does not meet the Toy Safety Directive or EN 71-1 standards and has been withdrawn…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Toy gun 7 Toys Kolorow — risk: choking

The toy gun 7 Toys Kolorow model 61712 poses a serious choking hazard due to small parts that can detach easily and be swallowed by young children. This product does not meet the Toy Safety Directive or EN 71-1…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Toy gun 7 Toys Kolorow “SHOOT GANE” — risk: choking

The toy gun set "SHOOT GANE" by 7 Toys Kolorow poses a serious choking risk because its small suction cups can easily detach and be swallowed by young children. The product fails to meet the Toy Safety Directive and…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Musical toy “Azbukvarik” — risk: choking

The musical toy "Azbukvarik" poses a serious choking hazard because small numbers can detach and be swallowed by young children. The product does not meet EU Toy Safety Directive requirements or standard EN 71-1…

ChokingToys

Safety GateSerious risk

Teething toy Vicloon “Teething Toys for Baby” — risk: choking

A teething toy set made by Vicloon has been recalled due to a serious risk of choking. The toys have small parts that can detach and be swallowed, and also have long protruding parts that can be put in the mouth. These…

ChokingToys