Shoppers have been warned that a Christmas ornament sold at Matalan "presents a risk of cuts and injuries".
Matalan Candy Cane Pick Christmas Decoration has been recalled, with affected customers told to stop using the product.
Matalan Candy Cane Pick Christmas Decoration
Type: Decorative Articles - Christmas Decoration
Brand: Matalan
Model: M207664
Barcode: 6207664000009
Sales Period: September 2, 2024 to November 20, 2024
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Red and white striped candy cane Christmas decoration
'The product presents a risk of cuts and injuries'
Matalan
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) stated: "The product presents a risk of cuts and injuries, as the candy cane may become loose and expose a sharp metal point.
"The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. The product has been recalled from end users by Matalan."
For further information, customers can access Matalan's official recall page. The official recall notice reads: "It has come to our attention that the above Christmas Decorations do not meet our usual high standards for quality and safety as the Candy Cane may become loose exposing a sharp metal point, which could present a risk of injury.
"As customer safety is our highest priority, we are immediately recalling the decoration. If you’ve bought any of the above products, please do not use the product and return it at your earliest convenience to your nearest Matalan store where our staff will be happy to give you a full refund. You will not need to produce a receipt to claim a refund.
"If you have bought the above for someone else or know someone who has one then please let them know immediately about this notice."
Matalan apologised for any inconvenience caused and assured shoppers that no other products are affected by the recall.
Affected customers can contact Matalan at 0333 0044444 or customercareceo@matalan.co.uk.
They can also write to Matalan's registered office at Perimeter Road, Knowsley Industrial Estate, Liverpool, L33 7SZ.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2412-0123
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
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