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Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume recalled over a strangulation risk
Product Recall for Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume presenting a risk of strangulation and burns.
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- No. 20677
- B09Z5XFGT7
What to do now
The hazard with Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume is strangulation.
- 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.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from Spooktacular Creations.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
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.
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 (2510-0178). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume presenting a risk of strangulation and burns.
The risk
The product presents a risk of strangulation as it has decorative cords around the neck which exceed the maximum permissible length. While worn, the cord may become entangled and tighten across the child’s neck, leading to strangulation. There are also decorative cords on the sleeves, which could cause a child to become entangled and trip. The product mask also presents a risk of burns, as flammability testing indicated that the duration of flaming exceeded permissible limits.
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
The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of young children.
Please visit the Spooktacular Creations website for more information and to arrange a refund: Urgent Safety Recall UK/EU: Child Costumes Item No. 20677 & 20511 - Spooktacular Creations .
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2510-0178
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Red mask, red and black gloves, and black robe costume.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume been recalled?
The hazard with Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume is strangulation. 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?
Compare the 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?
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?
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.
