XMCSLM Wooden Abacus Calculating Beads
- Affected
- Hexagon shaped wooden abacus toy with multicoloured beads.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of choking due to easily detachable small parts.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Educational Toy |
|---|---|
| Model no. | 084 |
| AliExpress item no. | 4001152549633 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Hexagon shaped wooden abacus toy with multicoloured beads. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
This product poses a serious risk of choking because when tested according to the tension test, the sticks of the balls detached at forces included between 37 N and 50N, releasing the balls which fit entirely within the small part cylinder. After the soaking test, and when tested according to the tension test, the frame separated at a force of 28 N releasing the balls which fit entirely within the small parts cylinder.
The product also did not comply fully with the marking requirements of the relevant standard and 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 from the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2108-0243
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 8 October 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.