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ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy sold on Amazon safety warning over an injury risk
Product Safety Report for ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy sold on Amazon
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- 7701
What to do now
ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy sold on Amazon could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
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 (2603-0256). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy presenting a serious risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a burns and injuries risk as the button batteries are accessible and could be placed in the mouth of a child during play. If swallowed, the batteries may cause injuries and burns 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
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Owners should stop using the product and keep it out of the reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2603-0256
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Orange plastic snail with green remote control and six button batteries.
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Questions
Why has ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy sold on Amazon been reported?
ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy sold on Amazon could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model 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. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
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 ZF Mini Pet Remote Control Snail Toy sold on Amazon sold?
The notice names Amazon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
