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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Clare McCarthy

Woodies recalls pink inflatable unicorn costume as it presents 'serious risk' to children

A pink inflatable unicorn costume being sold in Woodies has been urgently recalled due to fears it presents a 'serious risk' to children.

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) issued an urgent recall alert on Tuesday for the 'Make It Spooky by Woodies Inflatable Child Unicorn Costume'.

They were for sale in Woodies stores across Ireland and approximately 77 products have been sold.

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The CCPC recall notice said: "This toy has been recalled as it does not comply with the Toy Safety Regulations. The product does not have a CE mark and likely presents a serious risk to children."

The CE mark on a product shows that the manufacturer has checked that it meets EU safety, health or environmental requirements and many products cannot be sold without it.

Parents who bought this product and have been advised to return it to a Woodies store where they can avail of a full refund.

The Product Code is 1198093, the Bar Code is 5099288239566 and the Model Number is CHM1909.

The CCPC said: "If you have purchased this costume, please keep it away from children and please return it to your nearest Woodies store where a full refund will be provided.

"For information on this recall, please contact Woodies on 01 427 5300 or by email on customerservice@woodies.ie."

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