Consumer warning
Voluntary measure
Notified by France
Published 18 Jun 2026
SR/01808/26
Toy gun subject to a consumer warning over burn risk
EU authorities issued a consumer warning about this product (Toy gun) after it was found to pose a burn risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Battery-powered toy gun resembling an M416 assault rifle, designed to fire rehydrated gel balls. The toy is powered by a Li-ion battery pack which can be charged using the USB cable provided. It is made up of several plastic parts, which have to be assembled, and a detachable magazine for the projectiles.
- Brand
- Not listed in the notice
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- ETG0610
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Toys
Why it's dangerous
Burns
The battery compartment can be easily opened without use of any tools and the batteries inside are easily accessible. If a child puts them in the mouth, the battery can release electrolyte which can be ingested by the child and cause damage to the gastrointestinal tract Moreover the battery pack overheats, which may lead to burns.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standards EN 62115.
What the authorities did
Measure
Warning consumers of the risks
Type
Voluntary
Notified by
France
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/01808/26
View official notice ↗
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