Product Safety Report: Turtle Night Light sold via Amazon (2603-0243)
Product Safety Report for a Turtle Night Light presenting a serious risk of choking and burns.
Summary
Product: Turtle Night Light sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of choking and burns as the button battery compartment of the product is not adequately secured and is easily accessible.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Lighting equipment - Freestanding Lighting |
|---|---|
| Amazon ASIN | B0DSHWL4K4, B0DHVLVS4V |
| Additional identifier | MJ0042000 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A children’s plastic night light in the shape of a turtle, with battery compartment containing button batteries. |
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Hazard
The product presents risks of choking and internal burns as the button battery compartment of the product is not adequately secured and is easily accessible. Additionally, both the battery and the battery compartment door fit inside a small parts cylinder. The button batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, presenting a choking hazard to young children and causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Owners should stop using the product immediately, keep it out of reach of children, and contact the distributor for redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2603-0243
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards