Caterpillar Tunnel Toy
- Affected
- Fabric caterpillar tunnel for children’s play
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of choking as when tested in accordance with the tension test, one of the toggles detached at a force less than the specified minimum and fit into a small parts cylinder.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected and destroyed at the border.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Caterpillar tunnel toy |
|---|---|
| Product identifiers | RVG1135-230516-0002-29, G1135-TM01933-B, UX8 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Fabric caterpillar tunnel for children’s play |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of choking as when tested in accordance with the tension test, one of the toggles detached at less than the specified minimum requirement. The detached component fitted wholly inside the small parts cylinder and therefore poses a potential choking hazard to a child under 36 months.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected and destroyed at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2311-0237
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 27 December 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.