Hey Duggee: Duggee and the Christmas Badge Book Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

What Happened

A recall has been issued for the children’s picture book “Hey Duggee: Duggee and the Christmas Badge” due to a manufacturing defect. The glitter varnish on the book’s cover can separate from the surface, creating small pieces that pose a choking hazard to young children.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects the following specific edition of the book sold through Amazon Australia:

• Product Name: Hey Duggee: Duggee and the Christmas Badge
• Imprint: Ladybird
• ISBN: 9781405947350
• Unique Print Number: 003
• Identification Details: The Unique Print Number is located at the bottom of the copyright page. Affected copies also include the print location description “Printed in Great Britain” or “Printed in the United Kingdom.”

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the book and ensure it is kept out of reach of children. The product should be disposed of according to local waste regulations.

Amazon Australia is contacting affected customers via email regarding the recall. Consumers should review this email to arrange a refund. For additional support, customers can visit the Amazon Australia contact page at https://www.amazon.com.au/contact-us/.

Why This Matters

If the glitter varnish separates and is swallowed by a child, it presents a risk of serious injury or death from choking.

Source

ACCC Product Safety Australia