Recall Serious risk 15 October 2021

Baby Teething Cotton Sunflower

Yes – this has been recalled
Photo of Baby Teething Cotton Sunflower
Photo: official notice
Affected
A colourful teether made from wood and fabric. The teether has a wooden ring and beads with either a fabric sunflower, tassels or wooden starfish.
The problem
This product poses a serious risk of choking due to easy access to small parts.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys
eBay item number: 133507470768
Country of Origin China
Product description A colourful teether made from wood and fabric. The teether has a wooden ring and beads with either a fabric sunflower, tassels or wooden starfish.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

This product poses a serious risk of choking as when tested according to the tension test, the glued elements detached at forces between 10 N and 15 N and fit entirely within the Small Parts Cylinder. When tested according to impact test, the wooden rings broke releasing elements which also fit entirely within the Small Parts Cylinder.

The cord of the teether with star has a length of 222 mm when subjected to a tensile force of 25 N ± 2 N, greater than the maximum authorised value of 220 mm. The cords of the teether with peas and the teether with sunflower touch at their tangle points when the gauge X is in place and have combined lengths greater than maximum authorised value of 220 mm. The star protrudes past the base of the template A.

The product does 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

The product has been recalled from end users.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2109-0180

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 15 October 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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