Product recallOPSS
LED Christmas Hat (Reindeer) recalled over harmful chemicals
Product recall for LED Christmas Hat presenting a high level of injuries, chemical and choking.
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.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
LED Christmas Hat (Reindeer)
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Kids: Reindeer
What to do now
The problem with LED Christmas Hat (Reindeer) is chemical: it contains something that should not be there at that level.
- Stop using it, and take it off children straight away.
- Wash your hands and any skin that has been in contact with it.
- 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. Limits on substances such as lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde exist because of their effects on health over time. Children are more exposed because they chew and handle products.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- skin redness, itching or a rash where it touched
Get help urgently
- if a child has chewed or swallowed part of it and is unwell, contact NHS 111 or your GP
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 (2112-0380). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for LED Christmas Hat presenting a high level of injuries, chemical and choking.
The risk
The product has been identified as presenting a high chemical risk, risk of injuries and choking as the button battery for the LED light is easily accessible to young children. The button batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, presenting a choking hazard for young children, and causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users and removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Wish).
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish)
Additional information
PSD case number: 2112-0380
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
A red felt Christmas hat with white trim and bobble. White felt reindeer on the front of the hat containing an LED light and button battery.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has LED Christmas Hat (Reindeer) been recalled?
The problem with LED Christmas Hat (Reindeer) is chemical: it contains something that should not be there at that level. Limits on substances such as lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde exist because of their effects on health over time. Children are more exposed because they chew and handle products.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model 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?
Stop using it, and take it off children straight away. Wash your hands and any skin that has been in contact with it.
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 LED Christmas Hat (Reindeer) sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
