Product Safety Report: Skillmatics Aqua Puffs 'Watch Your Art Grow' Toy (2512-0276)
Product Safety Report for Skillmatics Aqua Puffs toy presenting a serious risk of choking and injuries.
Summary
Product: Skillmatics Aqua Puffs ‘Watch Your Art Grow’ Toy
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of choking and injuries as small parts are easily produced, and excessively expand when in contact in water.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Toys - Toy Model Construction (Non Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Skillmatics |
| Barcode | 8904279510043 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A4 sized box containing paper Aqua Figures, string, key rings, and instructions. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious choking risk as it can be torn into small parts which fit entirely within a small parts cylinder. These small parts pose a choking hazard to young children, particularly those under 36 months of age who have a natural tendency to explore objects by placing them in their mouths. As the product expands when hydrated (potentially by up to 1400%), once swallowed it may expand in the digestive tract, causing a blockage.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0276
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards