Product Safety Report: XMCSLM Wooden Abacus Calculating Beads (2108-0243)
Product Safety Report for educational toy presenting a serious risk of choking.
Summary
Product: XMCSLM Wooden Abacus Calculating Beads
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of choking due to easily detachable small parts.
Corrective action: Removal of the product listing by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Product information
| Type | Toys - Educational Toy |
|---|---|
| Model no. | 084 |
| AliExpress item no. | 4001152549633 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Hexagon shaped wooden abacus toy with multicoloured beads. |
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Hazard
This product poses a serious risk of choking because when tested according to the tension test, the sticks of the balls detached at forces included between 37 N and 50N, releasing the balls which fit entirely within the small part cylinder. After the soaking test, and when tested according to the tension test, the frame separated at a force of 28 N releasing the balls which fit entirely within the small parts cylinder.
The product also did not comply fully with the marking requirements of the relevant standard and does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2108-0243
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards