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Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Popular children's toy sold in UK urgently recalled over ‘risk of choking' as parents warned ‘stop using it immediately'
Keep reading to learn your product recall rights TOY TROUBLE Popular children's toy sold in UK urgently recalled over 'risk of choking' as parents warned 'stop using it immediately' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN URGENT warning has been issued to parents after a popular kid's toy was recalled. Smyths have pulled a magic tricks box from the shelves after a chocking hazard saw it fail to meet safety requirements. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The Fantasma Deluxe Top Hat Show has been recalled Credit: OPSS The Fantasma Delux Top Hat set comes with a plush rabbit, top hat, cape and over 150 tricks. But there's a risk of the rabbit's nose falling off, which is small enough to become lodged in a child's throat. The product therefore does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. A Smyths spokesperson said: "Smyths Toys are voluntarily recalling four batches of Ref.: 198567 Fantasma Magic Set Deluxe due to possible issues with small parts (the eyes of the plush rabbit) detaching too easily. "This may present a choking hazard for younger children." The barcode and item number are 0816344015286 and 198567, respectively. Affected batches include 2401-6009ML-BK, 2406-6009ML-BK, 2407-6009ML-BK, and 2408-6009ML-BK. More information about the recall can be found on the Smyths website under their Product Information section. Shoppers who have the toy are advised to stop using it immediately and away from children. Customers can return the product to their local branch and will be issued a refund. Smyths have a handy store locator which will help direct you to the nearest site. A warning on reads: "The product presents a risk of choking as the plush rabbit's nose may become loose and detach, producing a small part capable of fitting entirely inside of a small parts cylinder. "A young child may put the small part in their mouth and choke. "The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011." This comes after a plush kids toy was urgently recalled after not meeting safety standards last month. The swanky product posed a 'serious' risk of choking to children. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a recall for any versions of Mr Pickles Douglas the Deer Soft Toy sold before November 15, 2024. And, another popular kids toy sold on Amazon was also recalled over a 'serious risk' of choking. The Togetdream 3D Printed Dinosaur Toy presented "a serious risk of choking as it is supplied with a small part, and is inappropriately labelled", the OPSS said. Shoppers were also warned over a seven-piece toy set for kids sold by Costco in the UK. The Long Handle Hoe and Rake in Stanley Jr. Kids Wheelbarrow and seven-piece Garden Sets have been urgently pulled from shelves. Office for Product Safety and Standards officials confirmed yellow paint on the hoe and rake handles contains "excess concentrations of migratable lead". Health risks of exposure include kidney damage, problems in the circulatory system and developing brains.
Daily Record
30-04-2025
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- Daily Record
Popular children's soft toy recalled as parents warned of 'serious' choking risk
A children's soft toy has been recalled after it did not meet safety regulations. If parents have bought it, they have been warned it poses a "serious" health and safety risk to little ones. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has advised that the Mr Pickles Douglas the Deer Soft Toy presents a "serious risk of choking." The product is a white children's plush toy in the shape of a deer in blue clothes. It comes complete with a removal backpack that has been found to be the cause of the issue as it does not meet the 2011 Toys Safety Regulations. According to the OPSS, testing has found that the toggles on the removable backpack will easily become detached, meaning children could be tempted to place it in their mouth, effectively leading to a potential choking hazard. The affected plush toy was sold before November 15, 2024, with a modified version being sold after this date. Shoppers who bought the product prior to November are being urged to contact the distributor they bought it from for a request redress. The Mr Pickles London website itself has advised parents that the recall only affects the backpack, not the toy, explaining that children can still play with the plush toy without the removable backpack. Parents are being urged to "dispose" of the backpack according to local guidelines to allow kids to continue playing with the toy. Mr Douglas and the backpack can also be returned to the store it was bought from for a full refund. Alternatively, if the plush toy was purchased through the Mr Pickles London website, then it has been advised to contact them by email at info@ The British firm said in its recall notice: "The toggles on the backpack may not meet our safety standards and could pose a choking hazard. In order to ensure every child's safety, we are asking customers to remove and discard the backpack or return the product for a full refund." "We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding as we work to keep your little ones safe. Thank you for being a valued part of the Mr Pickles family!" Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. As of writing, we could not find the Douglas the Deer Soft Toy on sale at any high street store, but it was still available to buy via the brand's website for £43.99 here. Mr Pickles London is a popular British brand that specialises in whimsical creations. Becoming loved for its high-quality, soft toys, it was founded in 2016 after its founder turned to sewing as a coping method for anxiety, resulting in designs inspired by their childhood. It's not the only recall we have recently warned shoppers about, as a popular sandwich filler sold at Asda has been recalled after it was discovered to feature the incorrect use-by-date. An alert to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a 'do not eat' warning for the supermarket's own brand Hot and Spicy Chicken Breast Slices (160g) with the use-by date of May 30, 2025. Shoppers who have purchased the affected product have been advised to return it to their nearest Asda to receive a full refund. The supermarket has advised that no other products have been affected by the recall.
