United KingdomSquishy Dino Egg (F163586) and Squishy Unicorn Egg (F163591) fidget toy eggs by PMS sold by Matalan — moulded coloured eggs containing an aqueous solution, beads and a plastic dinosaur/unicorn — can be identified by barcodes 5050565670175 and 5050565670182 and batch numbers 981187, 981189, 981197, 982866, 982867; sold 31 March–23 May 2025. They were recalled because they can burst during normal use, releasing small parts and a solution that contained excess aerobic microbials, posing a serious microbiological and choking risk and failing to meet the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. Stop using them immediately and return them to Matalan for a full refund (no receipt required) or contact matalancustomercare@matalanonline.co.uk.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs presenting a serious microbiological and choking risk.
Type: Toys – Fidget Toy
Brand: PMS
Models: Squishy Dino Egg (F163586) & Squishy Unicorn Egg (F163591)
Dino Barcode: 5050565670175
Unicorn Barcode: 5050565670182
Batch Numbers: 981187, 981189, 981197, 982866, 982867
Sales Period: 31st March – 23rd May 2025
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Moulded eggs in various colours with aqueous solution, beads, and a plastic dinosaur/unicorn inside.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0211
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The products present a serious microbiological and choking risk as they can burst easily during normal use, releasing small parts and an aqueous solution. This solution was found to contain an excess of aerobic microbials. If the user inhales or handles the solution, they could come into contact with these microbials. This may cause adverse health effects for certain consumers, such as those who are immunocompromised.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
What to do
The products have been recalled from end users by Matalan.
Consumers should stop using the products immediately and return them to Matalan for a full refund. A receipt is not required. For more information please see Recall Notice or contact Matalan via matalancustomercare@matalanonline.co.uk.
The official notice
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