A CHILDREN’S toy has been recalled over fears it could be a choking hazard to youngsters.
Shoppers who bought the item have been urged to throw it away.
A children’s toy has been recalled over fears it could pose as a choking hazard[/caption]
The item which has been recalled is a game where children have to throw balls into a basketball hoop.
But, it is in breach of a small ball ban, according to officials at the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The item has been recalled due to the risk of “serious injury or death,” according to the CPSC.
Shoppers should contact the company STWUQIKONG to arrange a refund.
They must take a picture of the item and send it to a dedicated email address.
The item, which was made in China, was sold online for $3 at the retailer Shein in May of this year.
Around 260 units have been recalled and safety chiefs have revealed there have been no reported injuries.
Meanwhile, safety officials have warned about the choking risks that Lafufu dolls pose.
Chiefs have noted how some of the toy’s features can break, posing a risk to children.
Officials have claimed the plush toys are small enough to fit in a young child’s mouth.
And top safety chiefs have issued a blistering warning.
“These fake Labubu dolls are dangerous, illegal, and have no place in American homes,” Peter Feldman, the acting chair of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, said.
“No parent should have to wonder if a toy will stop their child from breathing.”
The U.S. Sun has reported how items ranging from seafood products to portable chargers have been recalled.
How to handle product recall
FOOD Safety experts insist that shoppers shouldn’t panic if they’re affected by a recall, as many are harmless.
However, consumers should take each warning seriously and follow the necessary steps to protect themselves.
Oftentimes, food manufacturers issue recalls as a precautionary measure, so there likely isn’t a foodborne illness hiding in your pantry.
However, even if the recall is merely a precaution, shoppers should always stay safe and not consume the affected items.
Experts advise people to keep a product closed if it hasn’t been opened, and never feed it to a pet or donate it to food banks.
Anyone who has handled or opened an affected item should wash their hands thoroughly with warm water and soap for 20 seconds.
Read the recall closely for specific instructions on how to get rid of the food item.
Typically, the brand will ask consumers to return the recalled product to the store where they purchased it for a full refund.
Sometimes shoppers will also be asked to throw it away so that no one else can eat it.
Source: FoodSafety.gov
A recall order was issued over fears a radioactive isotope may have contaminated batches of frozen shrimp.
The product at risk is the Great Value raw frozen shrimp, which is sold at Walmart.
It was sold across 13 states and a note on the Food and Drug Administration website urges shoppers not to eat the product.
Walmart has also spoken out about the recall.
“Walmart and Sam’s Club are committed to the health and safety of our customers and members and to providing products that are safe and compliant, all supported by our health and wellness, product safety, and food safety professionals,” the company said.
Shoppers who bought a power bank from retailers such as The Home Depot have been urged to stop using over fears it could be a fire hazard.
And thousands of hair dryers sold at Walmart and Target have also been recalled due to the risk they can pose serious injury to users.
