Product Safety Report: Joycat Baby Float sold via Amazon (2505-0171)
Product Safety Report for Joycat Baby Float sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: Joycat Baby Float
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it is supplied with an attachable canopy. In windy conditions, the canopy could cause the product to lift from the water.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Hobby / Sports Equipment – Swim Seat |
|---|---|
| Brand | Joycat |
| Model | SO-BF-01 |
| Barcode | X0028UXW8F |
| Amazon identifier | FBA15K2DBDVWU000009 |
| SKU | KG-GDKE-GBRD |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Blue and yellow sea-themed baby buoyancy float with canopy, supplied in blue and white cardboard packaging. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it is supplied with an attachable canopy. In windy conditions, the canopy could cause the product to lift from the water. The child could fall from the product and be injured by impact or by drowning in the water. Additionally, swim seats should be manufactured in bright colours that contrast with the water surface to be visible at all times. Improvements are also required to markings and warnings.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2505-0171
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards