Product recallOPSS
Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for Kakoo cute animal cartoon backpack presenting a high risk of choking.
Take it away from young children now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion)
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- X0011ZIL57
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- B07VQTR8B1
What to do now
Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) has been flagged because small parts can break off.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- 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
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2012-0231). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Kakoo cute animal cartoon backpack presenting a high risk of choking.
The risk
The main compartment zip pullers are detachable under tensile forces of 71N and 77N, which is below the minimum prescribed force of 90N, and could fit inside a small parts cylinder. Children could detach the zippers from the product which presents a high risk of choking.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
Removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Amazon) and recall from end users.
Advice to consumers
The authority has required the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0231
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
A small, unisex backpack in the shape of a lion’s head. Advertised as suitable for 2-5 year olds. Small orange label attached to ear. Packaging unknown.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) been recalled?
Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) has been flagged because small parts can break off. 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?
Compare the barcode and item or listing code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the 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?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was Kakoo Cute Animal Cartoon Backpack (Unisex Lion) sold?
The notice names Amazon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
