Playpen
Plastic playpen with a basketball basket. Product sold online.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Choking, Injuries, Strangulation
- Category
- Childcare articles and children's equipment
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
Hazard: The presence of holes in the panels may allow children to climb on the top of the fence and fall over the edge, leading to a risk of injury. Clothes or objects, especially those attached to cords, can be caught in protruding parts of the product, increasing the risk of strangulation. The battery cover of the music box in the playpen can easily detach. Small children may put the batteries in the mouth and choke.
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Other) Withdrawal of the product from market
- ▸ (to: Other) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? A playpen is a safe space for babies and small children to play. Some playpens have holes in the sides or loose parts that can be dangerous.
What's happening? The holes may let children climb out and fall. Small parts or cords can get caught, causing choking or strangulation. Some playpens have a music box with a loose battery cover that can come off.
Does this affect me? If you have a playpen with holes, loose parts, or a music box, your child could be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the playpen right away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using another playpen.
🤖 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.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Choking, Injuries, Strangulation · Category: Childcare articles and children's equipment · Hazard: The presence of holes in the panels may allow children to climb on the top of the fence and fall over the edge, leading to a risk of injury. Clothes or objects, especially those attached to cords, can be caught in protruding parts of the product, increasing the risk of strangulation. The battery cover of the music box in the playpen can easily detach. Small children may put the batteries in the mouth and choke. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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