Light Up Unicorn Wand
- Affected
- A battery-operated blue light up unicorn wand.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious chemical risk and a risk of choking and burns due to the presence of accessible button cell batteries.
- What to do
- The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Toy – Light Up Wand |
|---|---|
| Product Identifiers | No identifiers available. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A battery-operated blue light up unicorn wand. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The battery compartment on the products is not adequately secured, allowing easy access to the compartment and button cell batteries. The batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, presenting a choking hazard for young children and causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract.
Additionally, the product included electrical components with solder joints, and when tested, the solder was found to contain lead at a concentration that exceeds the 0.1% maximum limit specified, which presents an environmental hazard.
The bag used for packaging poses a potential asphyxiation hazard to the intended consumer, and some of the required documentation was not present.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011, or the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (RoHS).
Corrective action
All goods were seized from the retail premises and the product has been recalled from end users.
Additional information
PSD number: 2403-0082
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 25 March 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.