Be Child Safe

Author: Marianne Halterman

  • CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Squishy Toys Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Water Bead Ingestion; Distributed by Kaizou Group

    Product Safety Warning Date: October 22, 2026

    Product Safety Warning Number: 27-035

    Name of Product: Kaizou Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys, Squeezy Dumpling Toys

    Hazard: The toys violate the mandatory safety standard for toys containing water beads, posing deadly ingestion, choking, and obstruction hazards.

    Consumer Action: CPSC urges consumers to stop using the toys immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2027/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Squishy-Toys-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Water-Bead-Ingestion-Distributed-by-Kaizou-Group

    Product Safety Warning Details

    Description: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using Kaizou Group’s Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun and Squeezy Dumpling toys immediately. The toys violate the mandatory safety standard for toys containing water beads, posing deadly ingestion, choking, and obstruction hazards.

    CPSC urges consumers to stop using the toys immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    CPSC issued a Notice of Violation to the distributor, Kaizou Group Inc., of Pico Rivera, California. Kaizou Group has been unresponsive to CPSC’s request to recall these squishy toys or offer a remedy to consumers.

    This safety warning involves Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys and Squeezy Dumpling Toys. The squishy bun toys are translucent and contain glitter and water beads. The squishy bun toys have a cartoon face and are packaged in a tan plastic container shaped like a bamboo steamer. “Rainbow MYSTERY” and “ONE SET SUGAR EDITION” are printed on the front of the removable package labeling. There are no markings on the product, other than the cartoon face.

    The squeezy dumpling toys are translucent and contain multicolor water beads. The toys have a cartoon face and are packaged in a tan plastic container shaped like a bamboo steamer. “SQUEEZY DUMPLINGS” is printed on the front of the removable package labeling. There are no markings on the product, other than the cartoon face.

    Sold At: The Rainbow Mystery Squishy Buns were sold at Easy Wholesale, of San Jose California for between $2.50 and $4.00. The Squeezy Dumpling Toys were sold at a flea market located in Galt, California.

    Distributor(s): Kaizou Group Inc., of Pico Rivera, California

    Manufactured In: China

    If you experienced a safety incident with this product, report it to CPSC on www.SaferProducts.gov.

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  • FoShanShiNanHaiQuNuoAiTongZhuangShangHang Recalls CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys

    Recall Date: October 22, 2026

    Recall number: 27-038

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes

    Hazard: The costumes violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because the button cell batteries can be accessed easily by children, posing a deadly ingestion hazard. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Email at Norakid2026@outlook.com

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/FoShanShiNanHaiQuNuoAiTongZhuangShangHang-Recalls-CIYTI-Light-Up-Princess-Costumes-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys

    Recall Details

    Units: About 94

    Description: This recall involves CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes. The costumes include a blue dress with a crown and wand that light up, and a remote control. The crowns, scepters, and remote controls contain button batteries. There are no markings on the product. The package has “CIYTI’ on the front.

    Remedy: Consumers should take the princess costumes away from children immediately, stop using them and contact FoShanShiNanHaiQuNuoAiTongZhuangShangHang for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write “RECALLED” with permanent marker on the dress, crown, wand, and remote, then throw away the toys and submit a photo of the disposed toys to Norakid2026@outlook.com.

    Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Amazon from February 2025 through June 2025 for between $21 and $35.

    Retailer(s): FoShanShiNanHaiQuNuoAiTongZhuangShangHang, of China

    Manufactured In: China

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  • VQQQ Gas Patio Heaters Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards

    Recall Date: October 22, 2026

    Recall number: 27-039

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: VQQQ Natural Gas Patio Heaters

    Hazard: Components on the recalled patio heaters can malfunction causing gas to be released, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: VQQQ by email at vqqqrecall@163.com

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/VQQQ-Gas-Patio-Heaters-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards

    Recall Details

    Units: About 100

    Description: This recall involves VQQQ-branded natural gas patio heaters, models VQQQ-A1 and VQQQ-001. They have a bronze pole with a round base and a silver mushroom-shaped top with an adjustable height of 55 inches to 78 inches. A 24-foot-long gray gas hose is attached to the heater’s base. The brand and model numbers are printed on the product’s purchase receipt.

    Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled patio heaters immediately, shut the valve at the portable gas source, disconnect the gas hose and contact VQQQ for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write in permanent marker “Recalled” on the heater’s base and send a photo of the marked heater to vqqqrecall@163.com. Consumers should then dispose of the recalled product.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Amazon.com from July 2024 through August 2026 for about $346.

    Retailer(s): Shanxi Yuhe Sheng Maoyi Youxian Gongsi, dba VQQQ, of China

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Costway Recalls Convertible High Chairs Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Fall Hazards; Violate Mandatory Standard for High Chairs

    Recall Date: October 22, 2026

    Recall number: 27-040

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Costway Convertible High Chairs

    Hazard: The convertible high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because they do not contain a passive restraint system and a child can slip through the opening between the feeding tray and seat and become entrapped or fall, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Remedy: Replace

    Consumer Contact: Costway toll-free at 844-242-1885 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@costway.com, or online at or www.costway.com and click on “Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/Costway-Recalls-Convertible-High-Chairs-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-and-Fall-Hazards-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-High-Chairs

    Recall Details

    Units: About 3,332

    Description: This recall involves Costway high chairs designed to convert into a table and chair set. They were available in several color combinations, including purple and white, red and white, blue and white, and brown and white. There is no tracking information located on the products.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Costway for a free replacement high chair. Consumers will be asked to provide a receipt or a photo of the product and will receive a prepaid label to return the recalled product to Costway. Upon receipt of the recalled product, Costway will ship a replacement high chair free of charge.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Walmart and Target stores nationwide and online at Costway.com from May 2023 through July 2026 for between $84 and $100.

    Retailer(s): Goplus Corporation, dba Costway, of Fontana, California

    Manufactured In: China

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  • BAMAMON Recalls LED Projecting Finger Light Toys Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys

    Recall Date: October 22, 2026

    Recall number: 27-042

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Bamamon LED Projecting Finger Light Toys

    Hazard: The recalled finger lights violate the mandatory standard for toys because they contain button cell batteries and the compartments that hold the batteries can be easily accessed by children, posing a deadly ingestion hazard to children. When button cell and coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Bamamon by email at bamamonproductrecall@outlook.com.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/BAMAMON-Recalls-LED-Projecting-Finger-Light-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys

    Recall Details

    Units: About 6,533

    Description: This recall involves Bamamon LED Projecting Finger Light toys which contain three button cells batteries. The finger lights come in 32 pieces in a box in red, orange, blue, black, purple, clear, green and yellow. The finger lights project eight space themed patterns such as astronauts, rockets, UFO, galaxy and solar systems printed on labels located on the front of the package.

    Remedy: Consumers should stop using the toys immediately and contact Bamamon. Consumers will be asked to email a photograph showing the product being properly disposed of in the trash to bamamonproductrecall@outlook.com.

    Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

    Sold At: Amazon.com from March 2025 through August 2026 for about $13 to $14.

    Retailer(s): Shenzhen Maiduoduo Trading Technology Co., Ltd., dba Bamamon, of China

    Manufactured In: China

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  • CPSC Warns Consumers to Immediately Stop Using Tristar Products 6-Quart Power Quick Pot Pressure Cookers Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Burn Hazard

    Product Safety Warning Date: October 15, 2026

    Product Safety Warning Number: 27-030

    Name of Product: Power Quick Pot 6-Quart Pressure Cookers

    Hazard: The pressure cooker’s lid can open while pressurized, causing hot contents to be expelled unexpectedly.

    Consumer Action: CPSC urges consumers to stop using the pressure cookers immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2027/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Tristar-Products-6-Quart-Power-Quick-Pot-Pressure-Cookers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-Burn-Hazard

    Product Safety Warning Details

    Description: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using the 6-quart Power Quick Pot pressure cookers, model Y6D-36, immediately because they pose a risk of serious injury from burn hazard. The pressure cooker’s lid can open while pressurized, causing hot contents to be expelled unexpectedly.

    CPSC urges consumers to stop using the pressure cookers immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    The importer, Tristar Products, Inc., of Altamonte Springs, Florida, has refused to recall these products or offer a remedy to consumers.

    The products were manufactured in China.

    This warning involves 6-Quart Power Quick Pot electric pressure cookers, model Y6D-36. The stainless-steel pressure cookers have a black pressure lid, button controls and a digital temperature and function display. “Power Quick Pot” is printed on the front and the model number appears on a label on the back of the unit.

    CPSC has obtained 24 reports of the pressure cookers expelling hot contents unexpectedly, resulting in serious burn injuries.

    Report any incidents involving injury or product defect to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

    Sold At: Walmart.com, Amazon.com, Ebay.com and other retailers nationwide from about July 2018 to November 2023 for between $44 and $160.

    Importer(s): Tristar Products, Inc., of Altamonte Springs, Florida

    Manufactured In: China

    If you experienced a safety incident with this product, report it to CPSC on www.SaferProducts.gov.

    Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic.  Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.

  • CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Henan Senka Dressers Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Tip Over and Entrapment; Violate Mandatory Standard for Clothing Storage Units

    Product Safety Warning Date: October 15, 2026

    Product Safety Warning Number: 27-032

    Name of Product: Chalsea Four-Drawer Dressers

    Hazard: CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Chalsea four-drawer dressers immediately because they violate the mandatory standard as required by the STURDY Act, posing a deadly risk of entrapment and tip-over.

    Consumer Action: CPSC urges consumers to stop using the Henan Senka Chalsea Dresser immediately and dispose of it in accordance with local disposal requirements or anchor it securely to the wall. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2027/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Henan-Senka-Dressers-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Storage-Units

    Product Safety Warning Details

    Description: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using Chalsea four-drawer dressers immediately because they violate the mandatory standard as required by the STURDY Act, posing a deadly risk of entrapment and tip-over. If they are not anchored to the wall, the unstable dressers pose tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in serious injuries or death to children.

    CPSC urges consumers to stop using the Henan Senka Chalsea Dresser immediately and dispose of it in accordance with local disposal requirements or anchor it securely to the wall. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    Henan Senka Trading Co. Ltd., of China, has not agreed to an acceptable recall of these dressers.

    This safety warning involves the Chalsea-branded dressers, models WF-CT03WH01 and WF-CT03BG01. The white or blue dressers are made of metal and have four drawers with gold handles. The dressers measure about 31.5 inches wide, 39.25 inches high and 15.75 inches long.

    Report any incidents involving injury or product defect to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

    For more information on anchoring furniture go to www.anchorit.gov.

    Sold At: Wayfair.com from August 2024 through April 2026 for about $300.

    Retailer(s): Henan Senka Trading Co. Ltd., of China

    Manufactured In: China

    If you experienced a safety incident with this product, report it to CPSC on www.SaferProducts.gov.

    Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic.  Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.

  • CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using bblüv High Chairs Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Fall Hazards; Violate Mandatory Standard for High Chairs

    Product Safety Warning Date: October 15, 2026

    Product Safety Warning Number: 27-031

    Name of Product: bblüv Grow High Chairs

    Hazard: The high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because the restraint systems were not preassembled to the products, posing deadly fall and entrapment hazards.

    Consumer Action: CPSC urges consumers to stop using the high chairs immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2027/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-bbluv-High-Chairs-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapmentand-Fall-Hazards-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-High-Chairs

    Product Safety Warning Details

    Description: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using bblüv Grow high chairs immediately. The high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because the restraint systems were not preassembled to the products, posing deadly fall and entrapment hazards.

    CPSC urges consumers to stop using the high chairs immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

    CPSC issued a Notice of Violation concerning this product. bblüv Group has not agreed to an acceptable corrective action plan for these high chairs.

    This recall involves bblüv Grow high chairs. The high chairs have a gray plastic molded bucket-style seat with a matching fabric seat cover, a gray plastic tray and four wooden legs. The high chair converts into a toddler chair. The bblüv logo is printed in white on the front edge of the tray.

    Report any incidents involving injury or product defect to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

    Sold At: The high chairs were sold by third-party sellers and on other websites.

    Manufactured In: China

    If you experienced a safety incident with this product, report it to CPSC on www.SaferProducts.gov.

    Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic.  Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.

  • 3M Company Recalls Scotch™ Thermal Laminators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire Hazard

    Recall Date: October 15, 2026

    Recall number: 27-024

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Scotch™ Thermal Laminators

    Hazard: The recalled thermal laminators can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: 3M Company toll-free at 800-772-4337 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/ or www.scotchbrand.com and click on “Recall Information” at the top of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/3M-Company-Recalls-ScotchTM-Thermal-Laminators-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 53,634

    Description: This recall involves the Scotch™ thermal laminator, model number TL1302Z. The laminator is light gray/white with gray accents and the word “Scotch” is printed in gray on the front. The laminating slot is approximately 13 inches wide, and the machine has a carrying handle on the right side of the machine when viewing from the front. The model number TL1302Z is located on the sticker on the bottom of the laminator and can also be found on the product packaging.

    Remedy: Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled thermal laminators immediately and contact 3M Company to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online recall registration form at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/, confirm that their laminator is included in the recall and upload a photograph of the laminator with the unplugged power cord cut. The refund, in the form of a check, will be mailed to the consumer upon receipt of the completed form and confirmation that the laminator’s power cord has been cut. Consumers should dispose of the recalled laminator in accordance with local and state laws governing electronics recycling.

    Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 63 reports of the laminators smoking, melting and overheating, including five reports of the laminators catching fire and one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold At: Amazon.com from June 2024 through September 2026 for between $44 and $56.

    Importer(s): 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minnesota

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Primark Recalls 101 Dalmatians Faux Leather Children’s Coin Purses Due to Phthalate Levels and Risk of Ingestion

    Recall Date: October 15, 2026

    Recall number: 27-028

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: 101 Dalmatians Faux Leather Coin Purses

    Hazard: The coin purses contain higher phthalate concentration levels. Phthalates can be harmful if young children are exposed to sufficient amounts, including through ingestion, and certain phthalates have been associated with adverse health effects, particularly effects on development and the hormone system.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Primark at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.primark.com/recall or at www.primark.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/Primark-Recalls-101-Dalmatians-Faux-Leather-Childrens-Coin-Purses-Due-to-Phthalate-Levels-and-Risk-of-Ingestion

    Recall Details

    Units: About 2,100

    Description: This recall involves the Primark 101 Dalmatians Faux Leather Coin Purse, Model No. 2595301. The coin purse is black and has a picture of a dalmatian and “101 Dalmatians” printed on the front. The model number is located on the product tag attached to the zip puller.

    Remedy: Consumers should stop using the coin purses immediately, keep them away from children and return them to a Primark store for a full refund in the original form of payment.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

    Sold At: Primark stores located in the Northeast and in Florida, Maryland and Illinois from March 2026 through June 2026 for about $9.

    Importer(s): Primark US Corp., of Boston, Massachusetts

    Manufactured In: China

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