'Do not use' alert issued as popular children's toy recalled over choking fears
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) issued the recall on Tuesday after it was made aware that a safety issue has been identified with Inkari Plush Alpacas (Mini, Small, Medium, Large).
The risk reported to the CCPC is "choking".
According to the consumer watchdog, the toy's small plastic eyes may detach creating a potential choking hazard for young children. A recall has been issued for Inkari Plush Alpacas purchased since August 1, 2023 that carry the 0+ labelling because testing has shown that in some cases, the small plastic eyes may detach creating a potential choking hazard for young children
The brand is Inkari and all designs and batches are affected by the recall notice. The recall excludes XXL Alpacas as these do not use detachable eyes.
The CCPC said that there are approximately 794 affected products in the Republic of Ireland, as they warned anyone who owns one of the toys to "stop use immediately".
The product was sold between August 1, 2023 and July 31, 2025, via Inkari (700 units), Amazon (70 units) and FineOaks Alpacas (24 units).
"Customers should stop using the product immediately," a CCPC spokesperson said in a statement.
"In order to obtain a full refund, please contact Inkari at support@inkari.com. For further information on the recall, please consult the Inkari Recall Notice." Parents have been warned that the small plastic eyes on some alpacas may detach if pulled or chewed, creating a choking hazard for young children
Customers can claim their refund by contacting Inkari at support@inkari.com to confirm their order number(s).
Shoppers are asked to provide the following details when they contact Inkari to speed up the reply: Name/ Email
Product title and size (e.g. "Large Sandstone", "Mini Limited Edition")
Approx. Date of purchase
Order number(s) if known
Delivery address
Once support has confirmed your order number, customers are urged to "safely destroy the product" (e.g. by cutting and discarding the body and parts) and provide a photo of the destroyed product.
If Inkari original payment method is no longer available, you include bank account details for the refund, or wait for customer support to contact you.
Customers will receive a full refund for the recalled items (including original shipping cost for the alpaca) once the company receive your proof of destruction.
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