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ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy sold on Amazon safety warning over a burns risk
Product Safety Report for ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy presenting a serious risk of burns and injuries.
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.
ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy sold on Amazon
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- 9901
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- B0GFDR4H9X
What to do now
The hazard with ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy sold on Amazon is heat: surfaces, steam or contents could burn the user.
- Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it.
- Put it where children cannot get to it.
- The marketplace has removed the listing. Contact the seller through your order history to ask for a refund.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
Why it matters. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- for a burn: cool it under cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes and cover it loosely with cling film
Get help urgently
- large or deep burns, burns on the face, hands or genitals, or any burn on a child — go to A&E or call 999
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
Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme.
Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2603-0252). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy presenting a serious risk of burns and injuries.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of burns and injuries as the button batteries are easily accessible. These batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Advice to consumers
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2603-0252
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Orange and black plastic centipede toy with red remote control and yellow charging lead.
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Questions
Why has ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy sold on Amazon been reported?
The hazard with ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy sold on Amazon is heat: surfaces, steam or contents could burn the user. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the 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 and let it cool fully before you handle it. Put it where children cannot get to it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme. Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.
Where was ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy sold on Amazon sold?
The notice names Amazon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
