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Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs recalled over microbial contamination
Product Recall for Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs presenting a microbiological and choking risk.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
6 identifiers listed for this notice.
Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 505056570175
- 505056570182
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Squishy Dino Egg
- Squishy Unicorn Egg
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- 543435
- 543436
What to do now
Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs has been found to contain bacteria or other microbes.
- Stop using it.
- Do not apply it to broken skin or near the eyes.
- 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. Contaminated cosmetics and household products can cause skin, eye and other infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems or broken skin.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- redness, swelling or soreness where it was used
- eye irritation
Get help urgently
- signs of infection with a high temperature — speak to your GP or NHS 111
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 (2601-0369). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs presenting a microbiological and choking risk.
The risk
The products present a serious microbiological and choking risk as they can burst easily during normal use, releasing small parts and an aqueous solution. This solution was found to contain an excess of aerobic microbials. If the user inhales or handles the solution, they could come into contact with these microbials. This may cause adverse health effects for certain consumers, such as those who are immunocompromised.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users by PMS International.
Advice to consumers
Consumers were alerted to the Matalan recall for these products in November 2025: Product Recall: Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs sold by Matalan (2511-0211) - GOV.UK
The products have now been recalled from distributors and end users by PMS International.
Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact the distributor they purchased from for redress. For more information, please see: https://b2b.pmsinternational.com/product-recall/
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2601-0369
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Moulded eggs in various colours with aqueous solution, beads, and a plastic dinosaur/unicorn inside.
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Questions
Why has Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs been recalled?
Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs has been found to contain bacteria or other microbes. Contaminated cosmetics and household products can cause skin, eye and other infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems or broken skin.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode, model 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?
Stop using it. Do not apply it to broken skin or near the eyes.
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.
