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Squishy Dumpling Bun Squeeze Toy safety warning over microbial contamination
Product Safety Report for Squishy Dumpling Bun Squeeze Toy presenting a microbiological risk.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
Squishy Dumpling Bun Squeeze Toy has been found to contain bacteria or other microbes.
- Do not use any more of it.
- Keep it away from cuts, eyes and anyone who is unwell.
- 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. 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.
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 (2605-0199). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Squishy Dumpling Bun Squeeze Toy presenting a microbiological risk.
The risk
The product presents a microbiological risk because the liquid filling was found to contain aerobic microbials, yeast and mould exceeding the permissible expected limit. If the toy is damaged or leaks, users may be exposed to the contaminated liquid. This may cause adverse health effects for certain consumers, such as those who are immunocompromised. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Advice to consumers
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD number: 2605-0199
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Coloured squishy cubes filled with liquid and glitter. Required information was missing from the product, including product identification information and UKCA/CE markings.
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Questions
Why has Squishy Dumpling Bun Squeeze Toy been reported?
Squishy Dumpling Bun Squeeze Toy 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?
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?
Do not use any more of it. Keep it away from cuts, eyes and anyone who is unwell.
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.
