Product description

Plush toy dog with fake fur resembling the "Dulux dog" featured in Dulux advertising. The dog has a small white tag with “Dulux” written on one side.

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Reason the product is recalled

Some of the fur may come away when pulled, sucked or chewed with sufficient force.

The hazards to consumers

If fur becomes dislodged during use, it may pose a choking hazard to children aged 3 years and below. The toy complies with the Australian toy standard and the applicable regulation, however.

What consumers should do

Stop using the toy and contact Dulux on Freecall 1300 131 277 to exchange it for a replacement item.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Who sold the product

The product was not sold, but distributed by paint retailers to consumers as a promotional gift when consumers purchased 8 litres or more of Dulux Wash & Wear or Weathershield paint. The promotion was known as the 'Jelly Beans and me' promotion. Retailers distributing the product included those in the following chains/groups/categories: Mitre 10/True Value Group; John Danks & Sons; WA Hardware Services; Paint Specialists (retail and trade); Unaligned Independents; National Building Suppliers Group; Bunnings; and Masters. The promotion commenced on 15 August 2011 and ran until stock ran out.

Identifying product features

None

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

None

Where the product was sold

Nationally

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Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2012/13068 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.