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The straps easily pull out of the hook mountings when under tension, causing the elasticated straps to recoil and hit the user or causing a fixed load to fall, leading to injuries and accidents. The product does not comply with the relevant standard BS AU 258.
The internal wiring might become damaged where it passes through metal parts that are unprotected against abrasion. The live conductors could consequently come into contact with accessible metal parts. The mains cable is not properly attached and could come out if accidentally pulled, leaving the live ends of the wires accessible to the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
The laser beam is too powerful and the product is not correctly labelled. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with respect to labelling.
The plastic material of the ducks contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 20.1% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The plastic of the ducks also contains di-isononyl phthalate (DINP) (measure value: 4.59% by weight). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles while the phthalates DINP, DNOP and DIDP are prohibited in toys and childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
The plastic material of the water gun contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 18.9 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
The product contains small parts (the antennae and the balls attached to the wheels) that can easily detach; small children can put them in the mouth and choke on them. The plastic bag of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with the packaging, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
The scooter is not sufficiently stable; the child might lose balance and fall. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
The drawstrings in the neck area can become trapped during various activities of the child, especially in the playground, possibly causing strangulation. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
