Panda Mart recalls dangerous toys for children

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The Commerce Commission found 20 toys sold at Panda Mart not compliant with safety standards. (Source: Commerce Commission/Facebook)

Panda Mart has issued a product recall for toys sold at its store including children’s toys, baby rattles, bikes, baby walkers, hot water bottles, and sunscreen.

In an initial review, the Commerce Commission found 20 toys sold at Panda Mart were not compliant with Product Safety Standards or Unsafe Goods Notices.

“They’re intended for kids under three and have small parts, don’t seem sturdy enough to take the knocks they’ll get during child play, or could be a suffocation risk,” said Anne Callinan, Commerce Commission deputy chair.

The commission said it identified seven non-compliant bikes, including two children’s bikes that did not have rear pedal brakes.

The commission urges customers who have any of the products identified to return them to Panda Mart for a full refund.

“Businesses must ensure that the products they supply comply with legal requirements and are safe for the intended user – particularly toys for small children where the consequences of unsafe items can be dire,” said Callinan.

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