Product Recall: Squeezy Dumplings (2606-0196)
Product Recall for Squeezy Dumplings presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Squeezy Dumplings sold by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk because the outer layer contains an excess concentration of benzene.
Corrective action: The products have been recalled from end users by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd
Product information
| Type | Toys - Dolls/Soft Toys (Non Powered) |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd, Cardiff, CF11 8TZ |
| Identifiers | No batch numbers or product identifiers are present on the product or its packaging. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Plastic ‘basket style’ pot containing a single soft plastic polymer dumpling toy. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk because the outer layer contains an excess concentration of benzene (20mg/kg). If inhaled, benzene can cause irritation to the eyes, nose and throat. Exposure to large amounts may also cause a burning feeling throughout the digestive tract and skin irritation. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.
Further information regarding benzene can be found on Gov.uk at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/benzene-general-information-incident-management-and-toxicology/benzene-general-information
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd.
Owners are advised to stop using the product and return to keep it out of reach of children. For more information, please contact samsonscashandcarry@hotmail.co.uk
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2606-0196
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards