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🧸 Product EE April 24, 2026

Pop Mart (COUNTERFEIT) — EXCITING MACAROO

Soft toy in the shape of a Labubu-like monster. Product sold online, in particular via hurtownia-24.pl.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Pop Mart (COUNTERFEIT) — EXCITING MACAROO
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Choking
Category
Toys
Hazard
The toy contains a small part (a metal ring). A small child may put it in the mouth and choke
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Retailer) Recall of the product from end users
  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Retailer) Stop of sales
Barcode (GTIN): 5053888659285
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This alert was reported 33 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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May 17, 2026 May 17, 2026
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What is this? This is a fake Pop Mart toy called “EXCITING MACAROO.” It has a small metal ring inside that a child could swallow.

What's happening? The toy has a part that can come loose. A small child might put it in their mouth and choke.

Does this affect me? If you have this toy and a child under 3 years old, they could be in danger.

What should I do? Stop using the toy right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Choking · Category: Toys · Hazard: The toy contains a small part (a metal ring). A small child may put it in the mouth and choke · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
April 24, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 day ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098574

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What is this product recall alert about?
Pop Mart (COUNTERFEIT) — EXCITING MACAROO. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Choking · Category: Toys · Hazard: The toy contains a small part (a metal ring). A small child may put it in the mouth and choke · Origin: People's Republic of China
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 24, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Estonia.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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