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Magic Water Word Cards sold via Amazon — choking risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChokingSold on AmazonJan 12, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Magic Water Word Cards sold via Amazon — choking risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of choking as the pens have easily removable caps which do not have any vent holes and that fit wholly into a small parts cylinder. A young child who may be playing unsupervised may place the caps in their mouths and may choke. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Visual aid cards supplied with two fibre writing pens

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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