Safety warning High risk 10 January 2024

Knutti The Viking Plush, 101-001

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Knutti The Viking Plush, 101-001
Photo: official notice
Affected
A red and grey plush toy with a Viking helmet and beard.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation as the flexible plastic bag used for packaging is too thin.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Plush toy
Brand Knutti
Product Identifier 5065016477005
Country of Origin China
Product Description A red and grey plush toy with a Viking helmet and beard.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation as the flexible plastic bag used for packaging has an area greater than 100mm x 100mm and was found to have a bag thickness of 0.035 ± 0.002mm. This is less than the minimum 0.038mm specified. If a child were to place the plastic bag over their head, they could suffocate.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Update: 10 January 2024: Further investigation has found that the plastic packaging does not affect end users.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2310-0257

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 10 January 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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