FOUR children’s water bottles have been recalled over fears they could cause nasty burns.
The popular stocking fillers, which cost between £8 – £12 online, have “weak joints”.
It means hot water from the bottle could seep out and burn the user.
As a result, the manufacturer, Hunter Price International, has pulled the gifts from sale and is asking customers to stop using them “immediately.”
Harry Potter, Barbie and Gabby’s Dollhouse bottles are affected.
They can be found on websites like UKtoyworld and FabFinds.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) said items with certain items and PO codes do not meet safety regulations.
Harry Potter Hogwarts black hot water bottle
Item code: 15271
PO Code: 06378
Harry Potter grey print hot water bottle
Item code: 22166
PO Code: 06378
Barbie pink patch hot water bottle
Item code: 22168
PO Code: 06378
Gabby’s Doll house hot water bottle
Item code: 22167
PO Code: 06378
Hunter Price has said: “Anyone who bought the listed products should stop using the item immediately and return it to their nearest store for a full refund.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
“For further information please contact your local store or contact Hunter Price International Limited on Tel: 0161 6531306 or customer service info@hunterprice.co.uk.”
Even minor burns can lead to serious complications, like infection, scarring, heat exhaustion and even shock.
First aid must be used to treat any burns or scalds as soon as possible, the NHS advises. This will limit the amount of damage to your skin.
BURNS are tissue damage that results from heat, overexposure to the sun or other radiation, or chemical or electrical contact
How to treat a burn:
Source: NHS
