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World's Smallest Microscope — choking & chemical risk

UK OPSSHigh riskChokingChemicalSold on AmazonSep 29, 2022
Photo from the official notice: World's Smallest Microscope — choking & chemical risk

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Hazard

The product presents a chemical risk and a risk of choking and injuries as the button battery compartment of the product is not adequately secured and is easily accessible. The button batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, presenting a choking hazard for young children and causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users by the manufacturer. The product listing has been removed from Amazon. List of Distributors of World’s Smallest Microscope Please visit the following distributors’ websites for further information: MenKind: https://www.menkind.co.uk/worlds-smallest-microscope-recall Funtime Gifts: https://www.funtimegifts.co.uk/s-eg7930/worlds-smallest-microscope/

Product recall

Measures taken

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

Product description

A miniature microscope/magnifier with adjustable focus, button battery-operated LED and detachable lanyard.

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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