Squeeze toy Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record for the consumer safety database.

Reclia – Recall Information Database
Record ID: SR/01596/26
Date of Entry: Based on EU Safety Gate data.

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1. Recall Summary

A recall has been issued for a specific squeeze toy due to chemical and mechanical hazards. The product, identified by the brand “Pinch Family” and model name “Pinch Family Slime-Filled Doughnut,” has been found to contain excessive concentrations of restricted phthalates and poses a choking risk due to detachable small parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive or the European standard EN 71-1. The notified measure is a withdrawal of the product from the market by the retailer. The notifying country is the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland.

2. Affected Products

– Product: Squeeze toy (Slime-Filled Doughnut)
– Brand: Pinch Family
– Name: Pinch Family Slime-Filled Doughnut
– Category: Toys
– Barcode: 6923091191683
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Description: A squeeze toy in the shape of a doughnut toy.

3. Hazard Information

The following hazards are explicitly stated in the source data:
– Chemical Risk: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP). Measured values were up to 13% by weight for DEHP and 0.015% by weight for DBP. These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.
– Choking Hazard: Small parts (plastic shapes and balls) may easily detach from the product. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke on them.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
– Risk Level: Classified as “Serious risk” in the source data.

4. Consumer Action Required

The official measure taken by the economic operator (Retailer) is the withdrawal of the product from the market. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. The specific instructions for consumers regarding return or disposal are not detailed in the recall notice beyond the market withdrawal. Consumers are advised to contact the retailer where the product was purchased for further instructions.

5. Official Remedy

– Type of Measure: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
– Category of Measure: Retailer.
– Date of Entry into Force: Not specified in the recall notice (listed as “Unknown”).
– Remedy for Consumers: Not specified in the recall notice. The official action is a market withdrawal, which typically means the product is being removed from sale. Consumers should contact the retailer to determine if a refund or replacement is available.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
– Case Number: SR/01596/26
– Reference Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099178
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Retailer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the point of purchase.

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