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SINYA Teether with Clip sold on TikTok Shop safety warning over a strangulation risk
Product Safety Report for SINYA Teether with Clip presenting a high risk of strangulation.
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
What to do now
SINYA Teether with Clip sold on TikTok Shop could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck.
- Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
- If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
If someone has been hurt
Get help urgently
- a child who has been caught by the neck, even if they seem fine afterwards — call 999 or go to A&E
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.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2512-0099). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for SINYA Teether with Clip presenting a high risk of strangulation.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of strangulation as the cord length exceeds the maximum permitted length. While worn, the cord may become entangled and tighten across the child’s neck, leading to strangulation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (TikTok).
Advice to consumers
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (TikTok).
TikTok have contacted consumers who have purchased the product to warn them of the risks.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0099
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Soother with wooden beads on a cord. Product is sold with a clip for attaching to clothing.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has SINYA Teether with Clip sold on TikTok Shop been reported?
SINYA Teether with Clip sold on TikTok Shop could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
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?
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away. If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
Where was SINYA Teether with Clip sold on TikTok Shop sold?
The notice names TikTok Shop. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
