Product recallOPSS
Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether presenting a serious risk of choking.
Take it away from young children now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
What to do now
The risk with Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether is choking: a part can detach and fits inside a child’s airway.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- 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. 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
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 (2012-0241). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether presenting a serious risk of choking.
The risk
The product presents a risk of choking due to the non-compliant shape of the toy. A child can put part of the toy in their mouth, fall whilst the teether is in their mouth, which can cause the child to choke.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users and the listing removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0241
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Pink polymer teether comprising a turtle and a cord loop threaded with polymer beads.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether been recalled?
The risk with Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether is choking: a part can detach and fits inside a child’s airway. 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?
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 Mr Bite Turtle Bracelet Teether sold?
The notice names eBay. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
