Soft Glue Animal Building Blocks
- Affected
- Colourful animal rubber building blocks with a drawstring bag for storage.
- The problem
- The product presents a risk of asphyxiation and suffocation due to the drawstring storage bag being too long.
- What to do
- Import has been rejected at the border
Product information
| Type | Toys – Building blocks |
|---|---|
| Barcode | X0019W5E0R |
| Model | 1022 |
| Batch number | UK200718 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Colourful animal rubber building blocks with a drawstring bag for storage. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of asphyxiation as the product has a drawstring storage bag which has an opening perimeter of approximately 490mm, greater than the maximum permitted of 380mm.
The material used was not sufficiently permeable to allow for ventilation.
A child can be playing with the bag and place over their heads without their parents noticing, which can lead to suffocation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
Import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2106-0057
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 18 June 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.