Product recallOPSS
Smiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for Smiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch presenting an internal injuries and choking risk due to easy access to button batteries.
Take it away from young children now.
What to do now
Smiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch has been flagged because small parts can break off.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- 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. 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
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 (2203-0129). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Smiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch presenting an internal injuries and choking risk due to easy access to button batteries.
The risk
The product presents a choking and chemical risk as the button battery compartment of the product may not be adequately secured and the button battery may be accessible. Button batteries can cause serious or fatal injuries if they are swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, and the battery also presents a choking hazard.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
Smiggle have recalled the product from end users. Customers should stop using the product and return it to Smiggle for a refund. For more information please see: https://www.smiggle.co.uk/shop/en/smiggleuk/safety-and-recall
Additional information
PSD case number: 2203-0129
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Kid’s slap band watches available in a shark, dinosaur, unicorn and rabbit design.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Smiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch been recalled?
Smiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch has been flagged because small parts can break off. 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?
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.
