The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Mikulala Flash Braid (sold via Amazon)
Type
Toys - Light-Up Hair Braid
Brand
Mikulala
Country of origin
China
Product description
Transparent plastic switch containing two button batteries which power attached fibre optic lights falling from the bottom of the product. Packaging is pink with the words "Flash Braid" in rainbow colours. Product is included in a multipack of 64 pcs of light up toys.
ASIN
B082FTM2Y9
UPC
750153353095
Batch
202, 40901001
Amazon listing name
Mikulala 64PCS Light Up Toys Glow in the Dark Birthday Party Supplies for Kids Adults Easter Gifts with 40 Finger Lights, 8 Jelly Rings, 4 Flashing Glasses, 8 Bracelets, 4 Fiber Optic Hair Lights : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games
Hazard
The battery compartment of the products is not secured by a screw, allowing easy access to the compartment and button cell batteries. The batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, presenting a choking hazard for young children and causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
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.