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Light Up Pop Pipes sold via Amazon — choking & chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChokingChemicalSold on AmazonOct 25, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Light Up Pop Pipes sold via Amazon — choking & chemical risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk and risk of choking as the battery compartments do not include a screw, or similar fixing, to secure them. When the drop test was performed, the two halves of the battery compartment split open, and the three button cell batteries became directly 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 due to a chemical burn hazard. 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

Colourful 6 pack light up pop pipes

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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