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The Sun
6 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Popular baby toy sold at Boots for £10 is urgently recalled over ‘health risk' after mould found in boxes
A POPULAR children's toy sold in Boots has been urgently recalled over fears it could pose a health risk to youngsters. The issue affects a batch of See and Sound Giant Flashcards made by Orchard Toys and sold nationwide, including in Boots stores across the UK. 3 The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) issued the warning after confirming the batch poses a potential health risk. The product is sold for around £10 and is aimed at babies and toddler s as a fun way to learn animal names and sounds. The recall only applies to a specific batch — code SPHK/001622/132/16.01.25 — which can be found printed on the side of the packaging. No other batch numbers are affected. Parents and carers are being urged to check their toy boxes immediately. Anyone who owns the flashcards should stop using them, take a photo of the batch code, and dispose of the item safely. Those affected are entitled to a refund or digital credit voucher by contacting Orchard Toys directly. You can phone 01953 423422 or visit their website here. Aldi urgently recalls £3.29 freezer essential over dangerous disease that affects 1 in 100 of Brits The OPSS said the risk is classed as low, but could be harmful to children or adults with weakened immune systems, lung conditions or mould allergies. "The product presents a health risk as there may be mould present in the base of the product box. "Mould may pose a health risk to individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or allergies," the recall notice warned. The flashcards come in a colourful rectangular box and feature cartoon animal characters. They are part of a popular line of educational toys aimed at young children. Orchard Toys confirmed the affected product does not meet the requirement of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011, a set of rules designed to ensure childnren's toys are safe to use. The toy was manufactured int he UK and is not counterfeit. Product recalls like this are issued when items pose a risk to health, even if the danger is only present in some batches or under certain conditions. This comes just days after another recall involving toys sold online, including a remote-control car imported from China that contained unsafe chemical levels and posed a serious health risk. If you have any concerns about a product you've bough for your child, you can check the official government product recalls and alerts page. Safety experts advise parents to regularly inspect children's toys for damage, strange smells, or any signs of mould, especially if they've been stored in damp areas. 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 3
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Yahoo
Party supply toys sold on Amazon recalled, batteries could be deadly if swallowed
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for party supply toys sold exclusively on Amazon. The toys violate the mandatory standard for toys containing button cell batteries because the compartment that holds the batteries can be easily opened by children, posing a deadly hazard if swallowed. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, they can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns, and death. The SNLN Party Supply Toys include three bunny ears, three cat ears, twelve party glasses, 100-piece glow bracelets, eight light-up mini flashlights, four light-up rings, six butterfly clips and a sticker book. The products come in red, blue, green, yellow, white and pink. The CPSC says you should stop using the toys immediately and take them away from children. Contact Yiwu Dixikeji Douxiangongsi for a full refund by sending a photo of the toys being thrown in the trash by email to dixikeji@ The toys were sold exclusively on Amazon from January 2025 through May 2025 for about $22. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Atlanta Hawks take part in 1st ever 7-team NBA trade Drownings, fatalities, and injuries highlight a busy weekend on Ga. lakes and rivers Georgia Congressman says granddaughters safe after being at Texas camp that flooded [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
The Sun
07-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Popular summer children's toy sold on Amazon is urgently recalled over ‘serious risk of injuries'
A POPULAR children's toy has been urgently recalled after it was found to have a "serious risk of injuries". Parents have been warned not to let their kids use the item. 2 2 The Soppycid Reusable Water Balloons have been removed from the online marketplace following the safety concern. The toy was available in a pack of six on Amazon for £18. "The product presents a serious risk of injuries because it contains accessible magnets with a magnetic flux index that exceeds the acceptable level," the product's risk description reads. "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." It comes after a children's 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. 'Contaminated' fish sold at Aldi across 3 states recalled as 'life threatening' ingredient found – check date on label 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 Sun
06-06-2025
- General
- The 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, 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. 2
The Sun
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Hugely popular £2.50 children's toy sold at B&Q & The Works urgently recalled over ‘risk of shattering & causing injury'
A POPULAR children's toy has been recalled over health and safety concerns. The toy, which is available at several major retailers, carries a risk of injury. The Office for Product Safety and Standards issued the 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. This means there is a risk the product could build up with pressure and shatter, with the sharp plastic presenting a "medium" risk of injury. The recall affects products with the batch code 178095 and 178100. The product is no longer available to buy and has been recalled by The Works. Shoppers are urged to return the product immediately for a full refund, even without a receipt. A recall notice from The Works reads: "As a precautionary measure, The Works is recalling the above product due to a quality issue we have identified." Customers requiring further assistance can contact their customer service team for more information. 2 'Contaminated' fish sold at Aldi across 3 states recalled as 'life threatening' ingredient found – check date on label
