PMS recalls Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs over choking and germ risk as they can burst
The eggs can burst easily during normal use, releasing small parts and a liquid found to contain too many microbials, which could cause health problems for some people, such as those who are immunocompromised.
What to do
Stop using the products immediately and return them to Matalan for a full refund. A receipt is not required. For more information, contact Matalan via matalancustomercare@matalanonline.co.uk.
Recall details
- Product
- Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs
- Company
- PMS
- Hazard
- The products present a serious microbiological and choking risk as they can burst easily during normal use, releasing small parts and an aqueous solution.
- Class or risk level
- Serious risk
- Identifiers
- PSD notification number: 2511-0211
- Brand: PMS
- Batch Numbers: 981187, 981189, 981197, 982866, 982867
- Alert date
- November 20, 2025
- Published on GOV.UK
- November 20, 2025
- Listed on Recalled Today
- November 20, 2025
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from OPSS.
Product Recall: Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs sold by Matalan (2511-0211)
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Measures taken
- Recall from end users
- Summary
- Product: Squishy Dino and Unicorn Eggs Hazard: The products present a serious microbiological and choking risk as they can burst easily during normal use, releasing small parts and an aqueous solution. Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
- Product information
- Type: Toys – Fidget Toy Brand: PMS Models: Squishy Dino Egg (F163586) & Squishy Unicorn Egg (F163591) Dino Barcode: 5050565670175 Unicorn Barcode: 5050565670182 Batch Numbers: 981187, 981189, 981197, 982866, 982867 Sales Period: 31st March – 23rd May 2025 Country of Origin: China Product Description: Moulded eggs in various colours with aqueous solution, beads, and a plastic dinosaur/unicorn inside. Product Report and Image: Link to product image and PDF
- Hazard
- The products present a serious microbiological and choking risk as they can burst easily during normal use, releasing small parts and an aqueous solution. This solution was found to contain an excess of aerobic microbials. If the user inhales or handles the solution, they could come into contact with these microbials. This may cause adverse health effects for certain consumers, such as those who are immunocompromised. The products do not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
- Corrective action
- The products have been recalled from end users by Matalan. Consumers should stop using the products immediately and return them to Matalan for a full refund. A receipt is not required. For more information please see Recall Notice or contact Matalan via matalancustomercare@matalanonline.co.uk . Additional information PSD notification number: 2511-0211 Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
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