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MSA Orders recall of hazardous play articles in agreement with local importer

Malta Independent Tuesday, 5 October 2010, 00:00 Last update: about 12 years ago

Three child care and play articles, placed on the market by Fisher-Price, are being voluntarily recalled due to the possible risk of injury, the Malta Standards Authority said. The products are Fisher-Price Trikes, Healthy Care High Chairs and specific infant toys that have inflatable balls.

No incidents involving these products have been reported in Malta, but the MSA said it has been informed about incidents abroad.

The local agent importing these products is collaborating by issuing free replacement and free repair kits to whoever had bought these products.

Trikes

B8775 Kawasaki Ninja Tough Trike

Hazard: A child can strike, sit or fall on the protruding plastic ignition key, which can result in injury.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately place the specific trikes out of children’s reach and contact Tradeways Limited on 2143-4797 or e-mail [email protected] for a free replacement key.

Healthy Care High Chairs

C6412 Healthy Care High Chair Cow/Moon

Hazard: Children, passing behind the high chair, can fall on or against the pegs on the rear legs of the high chair, which can result in injuries or lacerations. The pegs are used for high chair tray storage.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the specific high chairs immediately and contact Tradeways Limited on 2143-4797 or e-mail [email protected] for a free repair kit.

Infant Toys with Inflatable Balls

K0476 Bat & Score Goal

C3068 Ocean Wonders Kick & Crawl Aquarium

73408 Vrawl & Cruise Palyground

Hazard: The valve of the inflatable ball can come off – posing a choking hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the inflatable ball from the product and keep away from children. The inflatable ball should not be discarded. Contact Tradeways Limited on 2143-4797 or e-mail [email protected] for instructions and a free replacement kit.

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