A POPULAR children’s toy has been recalled from 21 Irish stores due to a “choking hazard”.
Smyths Toys is urgently recalling the Fantasma Magic Set Deluxe Top Hat 150+ Magic Tricks set.
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission said: “Smyths Toys HQ UC is carrying out a recall of Fantasma Magic Set Deluxe Top Hat 150+ Magic Tricks.
“The risk reported to the CCPC is choking. The plush rabbit can create small parts and become a choking hazard for young children.
“The brand is Fantasma. The item number is 198567. The bar code is 0816344015286.
“The batch codes are 2401-6009ML-BK / 2406-6009ML-BK / 2407-6009ML-BK / 2408-6009ML-BK.
“Products sold after 17 February 2025 are not affected.
“There are approximately 520 affected products in the Republic of Ireland. The product has been on sale since October 2024.”
Parents are being urged to “keep out of reach of children” and “stop using immediately”.
The warning added: “Customers should stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children.
“Please return your product to your local Smyths Toys Superstores for a full refund.
“You can find your nearest store using the Store Finder
“For further information on this recall customers can call Smyths Toys customer service on 091 355 000 or alternatively email cshelpdesk@smythstoys.com.”
‘ELECTRIC SHOCK’
Meanwhile, a popular beauty product was recalled over “electric shock” fears.
The affected UV/LED Nail Lamp was sold on the Wish platform.
A nail lamp is a specialised tool used while curing gel nail polish.
These lamps emit strong UV or LED light which helps to harden or set the gel polish quickly.
They also consist of a battery that gets heated when plugged in.
And the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) issued the recall due to safety concerns.
The product’s capacitors, used between the primary circuit and the secondary circuit, are faulty, and this may cause users to receive an electric shock.
The CCPC said: The risk reported to the CCPC is electric shock.
“The capacitors used between the primary and secondary circuits are inadequate.
“The user can access live parts and receive an electric shock.”
