Maeau baby girl’s pumpkin outfit sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A black baby grow outfit with a pumpkin on the front and an orange tutu. Also includes a headband with fabric flowers and orange shoes with tie up ribbons.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious chemical risk as the plasticised material on the bottom of the shoes contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in excess of the maximum specified limit. Phthalates can potentially harm children’s health either via cancer or non-cancer effects and may cause the child to have long term health implications.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Dress up costume |
|---|---|
| Brand | Maeau |
| Amazon ASIN’s | B0B5LJ2SKB and B0B5LHGTTY |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A black baby grow outfit with a pumpkin on the front and an orange tutu. Also includes a headband with fabric flowers and orange shoes with tie up ribbons. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as the plasticised material on the bottom of the shoes contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in excess of the maximum specified limit. Phthalates can potentially harm children’s health either via cancer or non-cancer effects and may cause the child to have long term health implications. Additionally, the bag thickness on the flexible plastic bag used for packaging was measured to be less than the minimum 0.038mm specified. The bag therefore poses a potential asphyxiation hazard. Some of the required markings were not present.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008 or the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The authority are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2310-0032
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 October 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.