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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Popular kids' toy sold on Amazon urgently recalled over 'serious' injury risk
Parents have been warned after a popular summer kids toy - sold on Amazon - was recalled over fears it could pose 'serious risk of injuries' due to 'accessible magnets with a magnetic flux index' A popular children's toy sold on Amazon has been recalled over fears it could pose a "serious risk of injuries". Parents have been warned not to let their kids use a specific plaything, previously available from the major online retailer. The Soppycid Reusable Water Balloons have since been removed from the website after the product recall - following fears around the safety of the items. The toy posed a safety risk because "it contains accessible magnets with a magnetic flux index that exceeds the acceptable level", according to the item's risk description. The water balloons were available to buy in a pack of six and retailed for £18. The risk description also said: "Small, high-powered magnetic products can easily be swallowed and, when ingested, have the potential to cause serious internal injuries within the gastrointestinal tract. The product also requires improvement to marking, labelling and documentation." The Office for Product Safety and Standards listed the recall and said the toys were sold via Fruggo. It said: "The product has been recalled from end users. The listings have been removed by the online marketplace (Fruugo)." It added that these toys did not meet the regulations of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. The toy was described as a "bag of colourful reusable water balloons, sealed with magnets" and the country of origin was said to be China. This comes two months after Easter toys sold at Home Bargains were urgently recalled due to concerns they could cause children "to choke". The retailer urged shoppers who bought the Happy Easter plush toys to return the product to stores. The company's website stated that the product, distributed by TJ Morris Ltd and sold in their stores, posed a "serious asphyxiation risk". This was due to the internal fibrous stuffing material - which could easily be accessed by kids because the stitching around the toy was weak. The toys were available in three variations – a yellow chick, a pink rabbit, and a white rabbit – and were all removed from sale. The affected toys had the barcode 10811016. Toys haven't been the only items hit with product recalls recently. Lidl was forced to pull a popular protein bar from shelves due to health fears. The Cookies & Cream Protein Bars, made by Healthy Fit, were removed from stores in Northern Ireland because they contained milk and soya. These items, which are common allergens, were not declared in English on the label. This therefore posed a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, and/or an allergy to soya.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Asda urgently recalls £12 baby clothing over ‘risk of injury' to tots as parents warned ‘stop using immediately'
Read on to find out if you need to return the item TOT WARNING Asda urgently recalls £12 baby clothing over 'risk of injury' to tots as parents warned 'stop using immediately' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ASDA has recalled baby clothes over a risk of injury, issuing an urgent warning to parents. The George baby zip rompers - which come in pink and white - had a manufacturing issue Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The George baby zip rompers come in pink and white Credit: Asda The £12 item, which fits all sizes up to 24 months, was identified as having a risk of injury. This is because some of the zips may have sharp edges. In a recall notice, ASDA warned that the issue affects all sizes and urgent parents to return the item for a full refund. It said: "If you have purchased the George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers from Asda, please stop using immediately. "Bring it back to your nearest store where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. "We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused." It comes after Smyths pulled a magic tricks box from the shelves after a chocking hazard saw it fail to meet safety requirements. 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. 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. It follows Grape Tree recalling Raw Unsalted Macadamia Nuts because Shiga toxin-producing was found in one of its batches. The recall affects 250g packs of the nuts which have a best before date of July 11, 2026. The store is warning customers who have bought the affected batch, which has a batch code of G41 5 101 250610, not to eat them.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Asda urgently recalls £12 baby clothing over ‘risk of injury' to tots as parents warned ‘stop using immediately'
ASDA has recalled baby clothes over a risk of injury, issuing an urgent warning to parents. The George baby zip rompers - which come in pink and white - had a manufacturing issue 2 The George baby zip rompers come in pink and white Credit: Asda The £12 item, which fits all sizes up to 24 months, was identified as having a risk of injury. This is because some of the zips may have sharp edges. In a recall notice, It said: "If you have purchased the George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers from Asda, please stop using immediately. "Bring it back to your nearest store where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. "We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused." It comes after Smyths pulled a magic tricks box from the shelves after a chocking hazard saw it fail to meet safety requirements. Most read in The Sun 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. 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. It follows Grape Tree recalling Raw Unsalted Macadamia Nuts because Shiga toxin-producing was found in one of its batches. The recall affects 250g packs of the 2 In a recall notice, ASDA warned that the issue affects all sizes and urgent parents to return the item for a full refund Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- General
- 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.
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- General
- The Irish Sun
Popular children's toy sold in UK urgently recalled over ‘risk of choking' as parents warned ‘stop using it immediately'
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. 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. Read More "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. Most read in The Sun 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 The swanky product posed a 'serious' The Office for Product Safety and (OPSS) has issued a recall for any versions of Douglas the sold before November 15, 2024. And, another popular kids toy sold on 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. Your product recall rights Chief consumer reporter James Flanders reveals all you need to know. Product recalls are an important means of protecting consumers from dangerous goods. As a general rule, if a recall involves a branded product, the manufacturer would usually have lead responsibility for the recall action. But it's often left up to supermarkets to notify customers when products could put them at risk. If you are concerned about the safety of a product you own, always check the manufacturer's website to see if a safety notice has been issued. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault. If you become aware that an item you own has been recalled or has any safety noticed issued against it, make sure you follow the instructions given to you by the manufacturer. They should usually provide you with more information and a contact number on its safety notice. In some cases, the manufacturer might ask you to return the item for a full refund or arrange for the faulty product to be collected. You should not be charged for any recall work - such as a repair, replacement or collection of the recalled item
