Witch Tutu Costume Set sold via Amazon
- Affected
- Tutu witch dress-up outfit with wand and black witch hat featuring jewel on top. Skirt and hat decorated with strips of multicoloured net fabric.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of choking as the hat was decorated with a small plastic ‘jewel’. The ‘jewel’ detached at a force less than the minimum required of 90 N, and fit into a small parts cylinder.
- 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 – Children’s dress-up disguise outfit |
|---|---|
| Amazon ID (ASIN) | B0B5TPW312 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Tutu witch dress-up outfit with wand and black witch hat featuring jewel on top. Skirt and hat decorated with strips of multicoloured net fabric. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of choking as the hat was decorated with a small plastic ‘jewel’. The ‘jewel’ detached at a force of 12.0 ± 0.1 Newtons (N), i.e. less than the minimum of 90 N specified for toys intended for children under 3 years of age. A screen test carried out on the thickness of the bag indicated that it was less than the minimum required of 0.038mm, which presents a potential asphyxiation hazard to the intended consumer.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
Warning consumers of the risks.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2211-0043
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 5 December 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.