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Scottish Sun
21-06-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Thousands of plush toys sold in UK are urgently recalled & ‘rejected at border' over ‘serious' health risk
It comes as a slew of other products were forced to be pulled from shelves TOY ALERT Thousands of plush toys sold in UK are urgently recalled & 'rejected at border' over 'serious' health risk Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THOUSANDS of plush toys across the UK have been urgently recalled after they were flagged over a serious health risk. Locisne has pulled its Hamster Plush Toy from store shelves - with conerns it could present a serious risk to life. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Thousands of Locisne Hamster Plush Toy models have been recalled The item has been removed from online marketplaces including from Amazon. "This product presents a serious risk of choking as the eyes of the hamster can detach and fit wholly in a small parts cylinder," a government report said. "If a child under 3 were to use and mouth the toy, the small parts may become detached and cause the child to choke. "The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys [Safety] Regulations 2011." Other recent product recalls While the laws around toys are stringent, products still make it to market that present a danger to children. The Nail Art Studio kit, by the brand Girls Creator, is a nail art set that includes nail varnish, a battery-operated nail dryer and a range of nail accessories. However, a warning was issued after a product safety report found a risk of suffocation for children. Another recent example was the Joycat Baby Float, sold on Amazon. The blue and yellow sea-themed swim seat, intended for babies and toddlers, was blocked from entering the country at the border. The float was branded a safety risk after authorities found that its attachable canopy could lift the float from the water in windy conditions, putting children in danger. Ford Recalls Over 1 Million Vehicles: Rearview Camera Glitch Explained The report also raised concerns that the float's colours do not provide enough contrast with the water, making it harder to spot in an emergency. What are my product recall rights? 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
Scottish Sun
10-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Popular baby toy sold on Amazon is recalled over ‘serious risk of entrapment' – parents told ‘stop using it immediately'
Anyone who has bought the product needs to "contact the distributor" PARENT ALERT Popular baby toy sold on Amazon is recalled over 'serious risk of entrapment' – parents told 'stop using it immediately' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR baby toy has been urgently removed from Amazon over fears that it could present a chocking hazard or cause serious injury. The Office for Product Safety & Standards said parents should stop using the MiniDream Tummy Time Activity Pillow for Babies immediately. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The MiniDream Tummy Time Activity Pillow has been removed from Amazon Credit: Amazon 2 The rounded pillows are designed to support babies when lying on their front Credit: Amazon The rounded pillows, which resemble a travel pillow, are designed to support babies when lying on their front by providing support for their arms and shoulders. MiniDream's model comes with four detachable toys, including a soft plush bunny, a star-shaped silicone teether, a crescent moon and a mirror. The toys on the reversible pillow are attached via small fabric loops. However, the Office for Product Safety & Standards (OPSS) found that the loops were big enough for a child's finger to fit in - raising fears of serious finger injuries. More seriously, the product also comes in plastic packaging thicker than is legally allowed, meaning it could be a serious choking risk to a baby. The OPSS found that the product, which is made in China, presented a 'serious' risk of 'entrapment'. The OPSS' s report said: "The product presents a risk of entrapment, as the pillow, pillowcase and detachable moon toy include fabric loops sewn into the side of one of the seams. "The loops are large enough that a young child could easily insert their finger into them and twist, causing injuries. "Additionally, the plastic packaging bag has a thickness lower than the minimum permissible, presenting an asphyxiation hazard. "The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011." Watch the moment mum's £3 B&M's glass mug EXPLODES two days after she bought it - as she says it 'could've blown up in my face The product retailed for £21.99 but is no longer listed on Amazon's website following its recall. OPSS instructed those who have purchased the toy to stop using the product immediately, and to seek a refund from the point of purchase. Other recent product recalls While the laws around toys are stringent, products still make it to market that present a danger to children. The Nail Art Studio kit, by the brand Girls Creator, is a nail art set that includes nail varnish, a battery-operated nail dryer and a range of nail accessories. However, a warning was issued after a product safety report found a risk of suffocation for children. Another recent example was the Joycat Baby Float, sold on Amazon. The blue and yellow sea-themed swim seat, intended for babies and toddlers, was blocked from entering the country at the border. The float was branded a safety risk after authorities found that its attachable canopy could lift the float from the water in windy conditions, putting children in danger. The report also raised concerns that the float's colours do not provide enough contrast with the water, making it harder to spot in an emergency.
The Irish Sun
10-06-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Popular baby toy sold on Amazon is recalled over ‘serious risk of entrapment' – parents told ‘stop using it immediately'
A POPULAR baby toy has been urgently removed from Amazon over fears that it could present a chocking hazard or cause serious injury. The Office for Product Safety & Standards said parents should stop using the MiniDream Tummy Time Activity Pillow for Babies immediately. 2 The MiniDream Tummy Time Activity Pillow has been removed from Amazon Credit: Amazon 2 The rounded pillows are designed to support babies when lying on their front Credit: Amazon The rounded pillows, which resemble a travel pillow, are designed to support babies when lying on their front by providing support for their arms and shoulders. MiniDream's model comes with four detachable The toys on the reversible pillow are attached via small fabric loops. However, the Office for Product Safety & Standards (OPSS) found that the loops were big enough for a child's finger to fit in - raising fears of serious finger injuries. Read more on Product Recalls More seriously, the product also comes in plastic packaging thicker than is legally allowed, meaning it could be a serious choking risk to a baby. The OPSS found that the product, which is made in China, presented a 'serious' risk of 'entrapment'. The OPSS' s report said: "The product presents a risk of entrapment, as the pillow, pillowcase and detachable moon toy include fabric loops sewn into the side of one of the seams. "The loops are large enough that a young child could easily insert their finger into them and twist, causing injuries. Most read in The Sun "Additionally, the plastic packaging bag has a thickness lower than the minimum permissible, presenting an asphyxiation hazard. "The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011." Watch the moment mum's £3 B&M's glass mug EXPLODES two days after she bought it - as she says it 'could've blown up in my face The product retailed for £21.99 but is no longer listed on Amazon's website following its OPSS instructed those who have purchased the toy to stop using the product immediately, and to seek a refund from the point of purchase. Other recent product recalls While the laws around toys are stringent, products still make it to market that present a danger to children. The Nail Art Studio kit, by the brand Girls Creator, is a nail art set that includes nail varnish, a battery-operated nail dryer and a range of nail accessories. However, a warning was issued Another recent example was t he Joycat Baby Float, sold on Amazon . The blue and yellow sea-themed swim seat, intended for babies and toddlers, was blocked from entering the country at the border. The float was branded a safety risk after The report also raised concerns that the float's colours do not provide enough contrast with the water, making it harder to spot in an emergency.
Scottish Sun
06-06-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Popular toy set urgently recalled over ‘serious risk of young children suffocating' as parents warned ‘do not use'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR children's toy has been urgently recalled after it was found to have a "serious risk of suffocating". Parents have been warned not to let their kids use the toy. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The Nail Art Studio kit has been urgently recalled over a hazard Credit: Instagram The Nail Art Studio kit, by the brand Girls Creator, was made in China. It is a nail art set that includes nail varnish, a battery-operated nail dryer and a range of nail accessories. But a warning has been issued after a product safety report found a risk of suffocation for children. This is because the plastic bag that comes with it "does not meet the minimum thickness requirement". The report said: "If left unattended, a young child could place the bag over their mouth or head and suffocate. "The packaging of the product also does not meet the requirements for labelling and consumer safety information, which may result in inadequate information being available to consumers." It comes after a children's swimming float was also urgently recalled over fears it could cause serious injury or even drowning. The Joycat Baby Float, sold on Amazon, has been flagged as a safety risk. Authorities found that its attachable canopy could lift the float from the water in windy conditions, putting children in danger. The alert was issued in the UK following a border inspection. The blue and yellow sea-themed swim seat, intended for babies and toddlers, poses a 'serious risk of injuries', according to the Product Safety Report. If the float becomes airborne, a child could be thrown out and suffer an impact injury or drown. The alert was issued in the UK following a border inspection. The Office for Product Safety and Standards also issued a recall for the Get Set Play Jumbo Balloon Pumper over concerns that the product could shatter. The red and blue plastic water balloon pumpers are available at shops like B&Q and The Works. It contains 300 multi-coloured balloons which can be inflated using the pumper. However, the product design failed to include a mechanism to prevent it becoming over-pressurised. Smyths have also pulled a magic tricks box from the shelves after a chocking hazard saw it fail to meet safety requirements.
The Irish Sun
06-06-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Popular toy set urgently recalled over ‘serious risk of young children suffocating' as parents warned ‘do not use'
A POPULAR children's toy has been urgently recalled after it was found to have a "serious risk of suffocating". Parents have been warned not to let their kids use the toy. 2 The Nail Art Studio kit has been urgently recalled over a hazard Credit: Instagram The Nail Art Studio kit, by the brand Girls Creator, was made in China. It is a nail art set that includes nail varnish, a battery-operated nail dryer and a range of nail accessories. But a warning has been issued after a product safety report found a risk of suffocation for children. This is because the plastic bag that comes with it "does not meet the minimum thickness requirement". Read More The report said: "If left unattended, a young child could place the bag over their mouth or head and suffocate. "The packaging of the product also does not meet the requirements for labelling and consumer safety information, which may result in inadequate information being available to consumers." It comes after a children's The Joycat Baby Float, sold on Amazon , has been flagged as a safety risk. Most read in The Sun A uthorities found that its attachable canopy could lift the float from the water in windy conditions, putting children in danger. The alert was issued in the UK following a border inspection. The blue and yellow sea-themed swim seat, intended for babies and toddlers, poses a 'serious risk of injuries', according to the Product Safety Report. If the float becomes airborne, a child could be thrown out and suffer an impact injury or drown. The alert was issued in the UK following a border inspection. The Office for Product Safety and Standards also issued a recall for the Get Set Play Jumbo Balloon Pumper over concerns that the product could shatter. The red and It contains 300 multi-coloured balloons which can be inflated using the pumper. However, the product design failed to include a mechanism to prevent it becoming over-pressurised. Smyths have also pulled a 2 It comes after Smyths also pulled a toy from the shelves Credit: Tom Farmer
