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Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) — choking risk

UK OPSSHigh riskChokingSold on AmazonMar 12, 2021
Photo from the official notice: Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) — choking risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The main compartment zip pullers are detachable under tensile forces of 71N and 77N, which is below the minimum prescribed force of 90N, and could fit inside a small parts cylinder. Children could detach the zippers from the product which presents a high risk of choking. This product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The authority has required the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

A small, unisex backpack in the shape of a lion’s head. Advertised as suitable for 2-5 year olds. Small orange label attached to ear. Packaging unknown.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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