Safety warning Medium risk 17 September 2021

MicroPlush Girls Princess Makeup Cosmetics

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of MicroPlush Girls Princess Makeup Cosmetics
Photo: official notice
Affected
A case with a colourful ice-cream cone design containing a variety of cosmetics and makeup accessories, including hairpin, lipstick, nail polish, lip gloss and eyeshadow.
The problem
The product poses a risk of suffocation as the bag in which the toy is supplied does not meet the thickness requirements.
What to do
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from, to request redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Children’s Cosmetics Kit
Product description A case with a colourful ice-cream cone design containing a variety of cosmetics and makeup accessories, including hairpin, lipstick, nail polish, lip gloss and eyeshadow.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product poses a risk of suffocation as the bag in which the toy is supplied is made of flexible plastics and has an area of 290 mm x 200 mm with an average sheet thickness is 0.021 mm. Additionally, the product did not carry the required markings or safety warnings of the relevant standard.

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

Corrective action

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from, to request redress.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2108-0189

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and 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 17 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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