Safety warning High risk 3 September 2021

Wind-Up Mermaid Bath Toy

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Wind-Up Mermaid Bath Toy
Photo: official notice
Affected
Mermaid floating bath toy available in colours pink and blue, packaged in a plastic bag.
The problem
Product presents a high risk of choking due to crown detaching when subjected to tension test.
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 – Bath Toy
Country of Origin China
Product description Mermaid floating bath toy available in colours pink and blue, packaged in a plastic bag.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Report and PDF

Hazard

This product presents a high risk of choking as when tested according to tension test, the blue crown detached at a force of 84 N and fits entirely within the small parts cylinder.

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: 2108-0173

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 3 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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