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🧸 Product FR March 4, 2016

Christys — Swamp Creaper

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Christys — Swamp Creaper
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Burns, Injuries
Category
Toys

Hazard: The mask poses a risk of burns due to its high flammability. Moreover, the decorative rope in the waist area may become entangled during various activities of the child, leading to injuries. The product does not compl

Origin
People's Republic of China
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What is this? This is a children’s costume mask called Christys — Swamp Creaper. It is a toy that can be dangerous.

What's happening? The mask can catch fire easily and burn. The rope around the waist can tangle and hurt the child.

Does this affect me? If you have this mask in France, it may be unsafe for your child to wear.

What should I do? Stop using the mask right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need help finding a safer toy.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Injuries · Category: Toys · Hazard: The mask poses a risk of burns due to its high flammability. Moreover, the decorative rope in the waist area may become entangled during various activities of the child, leading to injuries. The product does not compl · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
March 4, 2016
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/196820

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What is this product recall alert about?
Christys — Swamp Creaper. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Injuries · Category: Toys · Hazard: The mask poses a risk of burns due to its high flammability. Moreover, the decorative rope in the waist area may become entangled during various activities of the child, leading to injuries. The produc...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 4, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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