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Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats presenting a risk of drowning.
Stop using it in or near water.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
The hazard with Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats is drowning: it may not keep someone afloat or safe in water.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2606-0178). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats presenting a risk of drowning.
The risk
The products present a risk of drowning as low-visibility colours may make it difficult for caregivers or lifeguards to quickly locate the child in the water. This may delay supervision or rescue response, increasing the risk of drowning or serious injury.
The products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
The products have been recalled from end users by TikTok and the listings have been removed.
Advice to consumers
The products have been recalled from end users by TikTok and the listings have been removed.
We recommend that consumers stop using the recalled products immediately and keep them out of reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2606-0178
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Baby floats that are predominantly light-blue coloured, transparent, translucent, pastel, or otherwise low-contrast in appearance.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats been recalled?
The hazard with Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats is drowning: it may not keep someone afloat or safe in water. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
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?
Stop using it in or near water. Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was Light-Blue or Low-Visibility Baby Floats sold?
The notice names TikTok Shop. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
