Activity toy — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-10-23 · China-origin

Hazard: StrangulationOrigin: China

Activity toy, Strangulation

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-10-23
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	A-001 , A-002
Category	Toys
Hazard	Strangulation
Hazard description	The product has a long cord. It can become wrapped around the neck of the child, causing strangulation. The toy does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
Remedy	Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 25/08/2026
Recall number	SR/03014/26
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable products	Cord/drawstring length and breakaway force vs. children's-product rules.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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