Safety warning Serious risk 11 November 2025

Bag of Imitation Grapes

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Affected
Soft plastic black grapes with fabric leaves and a fabric stalk.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of choking as the plastic grapes resemble real grapes and detach easily from the stem, creating small parts.
What to do
The product is no longer available for sale.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Decorative articles – Ornaments (Non Powered)
Retailer Sky Hardware Ltd
Country of Origin Unknown
Product Description Soft plastic black grapes with fabric leaves and a fabric stalk.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of choking as the plastic grapes resemble real grapes in terms of form, colour, appearance and size. They can easily detach from the fabric stems, creating small parts which pose a choking hazard to young children, particularly those under 36 months of age who have a natural tendency to explore objects by placing them in their mouths.  

The product does not meet the requirements of the Food Imitations (Safety) Regulations 1989.

Corrective action

The goods have been seized by the local authority. The product is no longer available for sale.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2510-0057

Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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 11 November 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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