Safety warning Serious risk 26 April 2023

Molly’s Country Crafts Knitted Kittens sold via Etsy

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Molly’s Country Crafts Knitted Kittens sold via Etsy
Photo: official notice
Affected
Soft filled knitted kittens. Yellow kitten is 55mm in length, 35mm high, with brown cord tied around the neck.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of choking. Items are small enough to fit into a small parts cylinder. A young child could access the small part and place the part in their mouths if unsupervised.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Knitted Toy
Brand Molly’s Country Crafts
Country of Origin United Kingdom
Product Description Soft filled knitted kittens. Yellow kitten is 55mm in length, 35mm high, with brown cord tied around the neck.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation. Items are small enough to fit into a small parts cylinder. A young child could access the small part and place the part in their mouths if unsupervised. The fibrous stuffing of the toy was accessible as received, presenting a potential asphyxiation risk. The cord around the item’s neck is also loose and excessively long, presenting a risk of strangulation to young children. The product was also missing required labelling and markings.

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

Corrective action

The product has been withdrawn from the market. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Etsy).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2303-0056

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 26 April 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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