Attention, hot water bottles bearing the effigy of Disney characters have been recalled throughout France for risk of burns and fire.
- Nine hot water bottles bearing the image of Disney characters have been recalled due to the risk of burns and fire.
- They were sold, between October 21, 2022 and February 15, 2023, in pharmacies, drugstores and drugstores in large or medium-sized areas, throughout France.
- Call 15 or 112 if the burn affects an infant or a child under 5 years old.
Winnie, Simba, Nemo, Stitch… These are the flagship Disney characters used to make hot water bottle stuffed animals, which arouse fears. The 3 of March, the government website Rappel Conso reported that these Biosynex brand products were being recalled due to external injury, burn and fire hazards. Thus, it is advisable to stop using these hot water bottles, which are supposed to bring warmth and comfort to children. Another recommendation: bring them back to the point of sale, more specifically in pharmacies, drugstores and large or medium-sized drugstores where they were marketed throughout France between October 21, 2022 and February 15, 2023. People who own these products will be able to claim a refund.
Disney hot water bottle plush recall: which products are affected?
Defective products that were the subject of this recall bear the following indications on their label:
- The Disney Olaf plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594385 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Stitch plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594392 Lot 20220730
- Disney Marie plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594408 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Tic plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594415 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Simba plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594422 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Miss Bunny plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594439 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Winnie plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594446 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Nemo plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678594453 Lot 20220730
- The Disney Mix 8-person plush hot water bottle: GTIN 3532678599502 Lot 20220730
What to do in case of burns in children?
Health insurance reminds you to act quickly when dealing with a burnt person. It should be kept away from the heat source. “Run water at 15-25°C over the burn, if it is small, for at least 15 minutes or as long as the burn is painful. Stop if you feel cold or feel unwell. Cover the area burned with a clean, dry cotton cloth”, can we read on his website. She also advises not to apply cream, ointment or oil to the affected area. If the burn concerns an infant or a child under 5 years old or a child over 5 years old in whom it affects more than 5% of the body surface, it is recommended to call 15 or 112.
