Did You Know?!
In the European Union each year, approximately 20 children (14 years or younger) die from choking on a toy.[Ref:34]
This “propeller” from a Kinder Surprise airplane was nearly swallowed. After some retching, was propelled upward, into a toddler’s nasopharynx (behind the soft palate).
Because of choking risks, Kinder Surprise eggs have been banned in the United States.[Ref:20]
In the European Union each year, approximately 20 children (14 years or younger) die from choking on a toy.[Ref:34]