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Emoticon Puffer Ball

Published: November 27, 2019Recall ID: f4a3de8e-2634-4d48-b88a-2e21252ddd2dCategory: generalCountry: Australia

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The product has an elastic cord capable of extending at least 600mm in length. These types of products are banned under Consumer Protection Notice 20 of 2011 - Permanent ban on yo-yo water balls and similar products.

Product Description & Identification

Reason / Defects: The product has an elastic cord capable of extending at least 600mm in length. These types of products are banned under Consumer Protection Notice 20 of 2011 - Permanent ban on yo-yo water balls and similar products. Hazards: The cord can stretch and may wind around a child’s neck, especially if swung around the head, and pose a risk of strangulation. The highly elastic and ‘sticky’ nature of the cord can constrict breathing if wound tightly. What to do: Consumers should cease using the product immediately and return the product to their nearest Best & Less store for a full refund. For more information, contact the Best and Less Customer Care team on 1300 135 766 (Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm) or via the website www.bestandless.com.au

Affected Products

A toy with an elasticised cord capable of extending at least 600mm in length with a loop on one end to wear around the finger, and a soft yellow ball with emoticon printed faces.

Additional Source Details

FieldValue
Guid › #textf4a3de8e-2634-4d48-b88a-2e21252ddd2d
Guid › @ is Perma Linkfalse
Linkhttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/emoticon-puffer-ball
Pub DateWed, 27 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000
Extracted imagehttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/Emoticon%20Puffer%20Balls.jpg?itok=VHK2INhB

Overview

  • Risk Level["Bath toys","Toys for babies and toddlers"]
  • DistributionAustralia
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