The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent recall notice for a popular high chair, warning that it poses a serious risk of injury to babies. The Simpa Baby High Chair has been pulled from shelves and rejected at the border due to critical safety deficiencies.
Critical Safety Information Missing
The OPSS stated that the product presents a serious risk of injuries because it lacks the required safety information and instructions. This absence may lead to parents incorrectly placing babies in the chair, increasing the likelihood of accidents.
If a baby is left unattended in the chair, there is a significant risk of falling due to its unstable nature. The product fails to meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005, making it unsafe for consumer use.
Product Details and Availability
The recalled high chair is a plastic grey model from the brand Simpa, with the product code SP05500 (found on the carton only) and manufactured in China. Currently, Simpa high chairs are unavailable on the brand's official website and have been removed from Amazon stores.
Recent Counterfeit Toy Recall
This recall follows another recent safety alert involving counterfeit toys. Last week, a fake version of a popular Labubu toy was recalled due to a serious choking hazard. The green Labubu-style soft-filled toy, approximately 17cm high with a spinning tail pull cord, was found to have parts that easily detach.
The OPSS warned that the keyring attachment and right foot can come loose, creating small parts that fit entirely within a small parts cylinder. This poses a significant choking hazard to young children under 36 months, who often explore objects by placing them in their mouths. The product does not comply with the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Rising Counterfeit Concerns
By October 2025, authorities had already confiscated 259,000 counterfeit toys at Britain's borders, with the majority being fake Labubu dolls. The Intellectual Property Office has issued guidance to help shoppers avoid counterfeit goods:
- Stick to trusted retailers or official brand websites
- Be cautious with third-party sellers on online marketplaces
- Check reviews carefully, looking beyond five-star ratings
- Be wary of prices that seem too good to be true
Both recalls highlight ongoing concerns about product safety and the proliferation of counterfeit items in the market. Consumers are urged to check their purchases against recall notices and report any safety concerns to the OPSS immediately.
