AliExpress toy musical instruments recalled due to choking risk
A Set of Toy Musical Instruments sold on AliExpress is being recalled due to a choking hazard. The maracas have a protruding part that could block a child's airways if put in the mouth.
- Product
- Set of Toy Musical Instruments
- Batch codes
- 1005005269866041
- Sold on
- AliExpress
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please stop use immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you.
A safety issue has been identified with a Set of Toy Musical Instruments that were sold on the AliExpress platform. The specific concern is related to the maracas included in the set, which have a protruding part that poses a choking risk for young children. If a child puts this part into their mouth, it could potentially block their airways, leading to choking incidents.
The affected products were sold online through AliExpress, and there are approximately three of these items reported in the Republic of Ireland. Consumers who have purchased this set are advised to stop using it immediately and ensure that it is kept out of reach of children to prevent any accidents.
If you have bought one of these toy musical instruments, you may want to contact AliExpress through your user account to inquire about possible remedies or returns related to this safety issue.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 23 April 2025 A safety issue has been identified with a Set of Toy Musical Instruments sold by the AliExpress platform. The risk reported to the CCPC is of choking. The maracas have a protruding part. A child could put it into the mouth, which could block the airways and cause choking. The AliExpress Product ID is 1005005269866041. The product was sold online throu…
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Frequently asked questions
Is Set of Toy Musical Instruments being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. A Set of Toy Musical Instruments sold on AliExpress is being recalled due to a choking hazard. The maracas have a protruding part that could block a child's airways if put in the mouth.
Why is Set of Toy Musical Instruments being recalled?
The recall relates to a choking hazard. A Set of Toy Musical Instruments sold on AliExpress is being recalled due to a choking hazard. The maracas have a protruding part that could block a child's airways if put in the mouth.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please stop use immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you.
Which batches of Set of Toy Musical Instruments are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 1005005269866041.
Where was Set of Toy Musical Instruments sold?
It was sold via AliExpress.
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