Product Safety Report: Pawsitive Cat Toy (2604-0066)
Product Safety Report for Pawsitive Cat Toy presenting a serious risk of asphyxiation and choking.
Summary
Product: Pawsitive Cat Toy
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of choking because small parts can detach from the toy.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Dolls/Soft Toys (Non Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | 22#orangecat |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Small soft-filled, ‘crocheted’ cat figure with plastic eyes, holding a plastic card. Card reads “Pawsitive Cat - I may be a tiny cat, but I believe in you. Go do your thing!” and “ You’re Pawsome!”. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation because the flexible plastic bag has an area greater than 100mm x 100mm and the thickness is 0.030 ± 0.002mm. This is less than the minimum 0.038mm specified. If a child placed the bag over their head, they could asphyxiate.
The product also presents a choking risk because the cat eyes detached with minimal force, creating small parts which fit entirely within a small parts cylinder. If a child puts these small parts in their mouth, they could choke. Improvements are also required to product labelling and markings.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2604-0066
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards