Recalled from consumers
Compulsory measure
Notified by Hungary
Published 21 Apr 2026
SR/01228/26
Torch soft toy recalled over choking risk
EU authorities recalled this product (Torch soft toy) after it was found to pose a choking risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Green and yellow soft toy in the shape of a crocodile, with a zipper on the belly part.
- Brand
- Torch
- Barcode
- Not listed in the notice
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Toys
Why it's dangerous
Choking
The toy has small parts (eyes) that can easily detach. Furthermore, the fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
What the authorities did
Measure
Recall of the product from end users
Type
Compulsory
Notified by
Hungary
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/01228/26
View official notice ↗
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