Huggy Wuggy Plush Toy
- Affected
- Plush toy in the form of ‘Huggy Wuggy’, a video game villain, with black fluffy body and multicoloured speckles, yellow hands and feet and big red mouth with sharp teeth.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of suffocation due to easy access to fibrous internal stuffing.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Plush toy |
|---|---|
| Product description | Plush toy in the form of ‘Huggy Wuggy’, a video game villain, with black fluffy body and multicoloured speckles, yellow hands and feet and big red mouth with sharp teeth. |
| Country of Origin | South Korea |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been identified as presenting a high risk of suffocation as the fibrous internal stuffing is easily accessible due to poor construction and stitching of the toy. If the stuffing becomes accessible during use, a child may access the stuffing and place it in the mouth, presenting a suffocation hazard. The product also does not possess the required labelling.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0244
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 20 June 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.