Hull Trading Standards Alerts Parents to Dangerous Children’s Advent Calendar
Hull City Council’s Trading Standards department has issued a warning regarding a hazardous children’s advent calendar that features a capybara theme. This alert follows numerous complaints from concerned parents who discovered a dangerous surprise inside the calendar.
Dangerous Item Found in Children’s Advent Calendar
The advent calendar, marketed as a children’s toy, includes a sharp box cutter among its daily gifts. Parents in Hull expressed alarm over the potential risk of injury, particularly cuts that could occur from such an item. The situation is alarming, especially since some calendars might still be unopened, having been purchased in advance for the festive season.
Product Details
- Product Name: Capybara Advent Calendar 2025 for Kids Girls Boys, 34 Pcs Capybara Accessories Christmas Countdown Calendar Surprise Gifts
- Amazon ASINs: B0G1XVBXP3, B0FVS7P8GC, B0G4CWH2VN
- Price: £35
The calendar was being sold by an overseas online retailer through Amazon, but the platform has since removed all listings related to this product.
Safety Advisories from Trading Standards
Trading Standards has provided the following guidance for consumers:
- Do not give this advent calendar to children.
- Keep it out of reach of children.
- Do not dispose of it without consulting Trading Standards first.
If anyone has purchased the advent calendar or believes they may have done so, they are encouraged to reach out to Trading Standards. Concerned consumers can report issues via the Citizens Advice Consumer Service at 0808 223 113, and any reported information will be forwarded directly to Trading Standards.
For additional safety information, the product safety report can be found on the GOV.UK website under the reference: Capybara Advent Calendar 2025 (2512-0284).
