Product recallOPSS
Activity Play Cube recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for activity play cube presenting a high risk of choking due to easy access to small parts.
Take it away from young children now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
What to do now
Small parts of Activity Play Cube could come loose and choke a young child.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- coughing, gagging or noisy breathing after playing with it
Get help urgently
- a child who cannot breathe, cough or cry — call 999 and follow the call handler’s instructions
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2205-0310). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for activity play cube presenting a high risk of choking due to easy access to small parts.
The risk
The product presents a risk of choking as small parts can be easily detached or produced when the product is used, particularly near water or when under tension. A young child may place the small part in their mouth and the parents/carers may not notice in time, with the small part able to block a child’s airways. The product also requires improvements to labelling.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Advice to consumers
OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2205-0310
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
A multicoloured plastic cube having interactive sides including a piano, clock, cogs, beads and movable component. The item has a removable shape sorter side accompanied by four shapes.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Activity Play Cube been recalled?
Small parts of Activity Play Cube could come loose and choke a young child. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Take it away from young children now. Look for loose pieces where it was used.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
Where was Activity Play Cube sold?
The notice names AliExpress. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
