Sales banned
Compulsory measure
Notified by Spain
Published 29 Jan 2026
SR/00237/26
Kikka boo baby sling banned from sale over choking risk
EU authorities banned the sale of this product (Kikka boo baby sling) after it was found to pose a choking and strangulation risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Grey sling, suitable for babies aged 0-18 months and weighing up to 14 kg.
- Brand
- Kikka boo
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Childcare articles
Why it's dangerous
ChokingStrangulation
The product has small a part (brand label) that can easily detach. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. In addition, the carrying bag's perimeter and drawstring is too large. The drawstring could get tangled around the child's neck, leading to strangulation.
The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard 16512.
What the authorities did
Measure
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Type
Compulsory
Notified by
Spain
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/00237/26
View official notice ↗
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