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Mushroom Teether sold via Amazon — suffocation risk

UK OPSSSuffocationSold on AmazonMay 18, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Mushroom Teether sold via Amazon — suffocation risk
Photo from the official notice: Mushroom Teether sold via Amazon — suffocation risk
Photo from the official notice: Mushroom Teether sold via Amazon — suffocation risk

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

Hazard

The product presents a risk of suffocation as it has been identified that the mushroom head can flip around creating a tight suction. If this suction is over the mouth of a child or infant, the child may suffocate. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users and removed from the online marketplace by Amazon. We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Ensure it is kept out of reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Product recall

Measures taken

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

Product description

Silicone baby teether in shape of mushroom, with white stem and a blue top with antennae. The product is available in multiple colours.

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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