United KingdomJoyin Pop Up Mochi Toys (brand Joyin, model 16172, barcode 840332624051, batch 5816172) — a set of pop-up squeezable mochi-style toys — are affected. They were recalled because parts can easily detach and create small parts that fit entirely within a small parts cylinder, posing a serious choking risk to young children and failing the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. The import was rejected at the border and the product was destroyed.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Joyin Pop Up Mochi Toys presenting a serious risk of choking.
Type: Toys - Dolls/Soft Toys (Non Powered)
Brand: Joyin
Model: 16172
Barcode: 840332624051
Batch number: 5816172
Country of Origin: Unknown
Product Description: A set of pop-up squeezable mochi-style toys.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2604-0090
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of choking because parts can easily detach during use. This creates a small part which fits entirely within a small parts cylinder. The small parts pose a choking hazard to young children, particularly those under 36 months of age who have a natural tendency to explore objects by placing them in their mouths.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The official notice
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