United KingdomThe Snugly Weighted Stuffed Toy (1 kg/2.2 lb weighted with glass beads; barcode 6941262828435, country of origin Netherlands) is affected. It was warned because its weight may restrict breathing or movement and present a serious risk of suffocation, marketing images show children using it, safety markings and warnings were not available in English, and it does not meet the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. Consumers are advised to ensure affected products are kept out of reach of children.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Snugly Weighted Stuffed Toy presenting a serious risk of suffocation.
Type: Toys – Dolls/Soft Toys (Non Powered)
Brand: Snugly
Barcode: 6941262828435
Country of Origin: Netherlands
Product Description: 1kg/2.2lb weighted stuffed toy weighted with glass beads. Product is described as a therapy tool for adults.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2603-0011
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of suffocation. The product is a weighted item that may be placed in close contact with the user’s face and body. Due to its weight, it may restrict breathing or movement for young children, increasing the risk of suffocation. Whilst the product is marketed as for use by adults, marketing images demonstrate use by children. Additionally, markings and warnings including safety information was not available in English.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
What to do
Consumers are being warned of the risks presented and are advised to ensure affected products are kept out of reach of children.
The official notice
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