InfoCons Consumer Protection Alert : Snugly – Soft toy

Snugly – Soft toy

Name: Weighted Stuffed Toy

Category: 10

Date: 2026-10-02

Product Category: Toys

Risk Type: Suffocation

Danger: Pillows and soft toys are advised not to be placed in the sleep space for babies under the age of one year, as their presence increases the risk of overheating and airway obstruction, which have been associated with sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The product may lead to suffocation when used in a sleep space for babies. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.

Measures: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: Unknown

Description: Soft toy in the shape of a sloth, weighted with glass beads of 1kg/2.2lb. The product is advertised as a therapy tool for adults.

Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland

Country of Origin: The Netherlands

Alert Type: Consumer

Alert Level: Serious risk

Snugly - Soft toy

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