Fancy-dress costumes on Amazon: recalls and safety alerts
28 official alerts and recalls concern fancy-dress costumes sold on Amazon: 27 from EU Safety Gate and 1 from US CPSC. The first dates from 1 December 2020, the latest from 7 September 2026. In the last four complete quarters there were 20, up from 2 in the four quarters before. The hazards named most often are strangulation (32%), burns (32%) and chemical (32%). Read from the official risk descriptions, the most common reasons are cords or drawstrings can strangle (36%), too flammable (36%) and small parts or stuffing can be swallowed (25%). 93% were for products made in China and 4% were for products made in United Kingdom. The most common outcome was removed from online marketplace (89% of EU alerts); 7% included a measure ordered by an authority. The EU alerts were notified most often by the authorities of France (78%), Germany (15%) and Northern Ireland (4%). Chemicals named in the official risk descriptions include cadmium, chromium (VI) and lead.
Official alerts and recalls per quarter
EU Safety GateUS CPSCQ4 2026 is incomplete: counted to 1 October 2026.
Show the numbers by year
| Year | EU Safety Gate | US CPSC |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (to date) | 12 | 0 |
| 2025 | 9 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
Why they were flagged
All reasons →-
36%, 10 alerts
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36%, 10 alerts
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25%, 7 alerts
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25%, 7 alerts
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7%, 2 alerts
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7%, 2 alerts
Counts are alerts naming the platform in the official record, not all dangerous products sold there. Many records name no seller at all. How we count
Download these 28 alerts (CSV) English column names; reuse with attribution to the official sources.
| Date | Product | Also named | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-07 |
Fancy-dress costumeHalloween Cape with Hood Childmodel FPG25070357 - B0FH68B1BH · barcode 5902362845426
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordlisted in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: Amazon |
CdiscountWording in the official record · listed in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: CdiscountCdiscount → |
SR/02274/26 |
| 2026-07-09 |
Fancy-dress costumeCostume Zombie HalloweenBrand: ROLDAN · model 9021080, 9022484, 9024525 · barcode 3483218001002, 3483218000906
Why: Too flammableRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordlisted in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: Amazon |
SR/01874/26 | |
| 2026-07-08 |
Fancy-dress costumeEnsemble de costume de sirènemodel BCD25101000054135, S25100905764600101
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Cords or drawstrings can strangleRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordlisted in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: Amazon |
AliExpressWording in the official record · listed in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: AliExpressAliExpress →TikTok Shop |
SR/01669/26 |
| 2026-06-11 |
Fancy-dress costumeWolverine cosplay costume enfants garçons super-héros noir panthère griffes luxe masque combinaison
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleOther measure · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description ess (unique product identifier: 1005008770457726), eBay and Amazon. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress (unique product identifier: 1005008770457726), eBay and AmaAliExpress →eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description a AliExpress (unique product identifier: 1005008770457726), eBay and Amazon.eBay → |
SR/00485/26 |
| 2026-06-09 |
Fancy-dress costumeDéguisement Alien vertBrand: Rubies · model S8703 · barcode 8422971870345 · batch 4500069331, 4500077527, 4500087454, 4500098908, 4500105820, AF018493
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Restricted chemical above the legal limitProduct destroyed · Recalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordlisted in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: Amazon |
SR/01513/26 | |
| 2026-06-04 |
Fancy-dress costumeCosplay costumemodel ZP-105-01-XIAO-1 · barcode PB2509250409963-1 · batch H-002G
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangle · Too flammableRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Shein (unique product identifier: sl25073133330030408) and Amazon. |
SheinWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Shein (unique product identifier: sl25073133330030408) and AmazonShein → |
SR/00605/26 |
| 2026-06-02 |
Fancy-dress costumeRobe de princesse Cendrillon pour fillesmodel cn1077122239rtaae, AHG15-120+A2
Why: Too flammableRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description AliExpress (unique identifier: 1005006306770833), eBay and Amazon. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress (unique identifier: 1005006306770833), eBay and Amazon.AliExpress →eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description cular via AliExpress (unique identifier: 1005006306770833), eBay and Amazon.eBay → |
SR/04249/25 |
| 2026-04-15 |
Fancy dress costumeDéguisement ange lumineuxmodel LPN HK 36216 5911, LPN HK 37599 0834
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Button cells or batteries are accessibleRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN B0BMQF93DY). |
SR/01157/26 | |
| 2026-04-08 |
Fancy-dress costumeGlamorique kids, robe tutue en maille impriméeBrand: Shein · model sk2409255151511500
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description a Shein (unique product identifier: sk2409255151511500) and Amazon. |
SheinWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Shein (unique product identifier: sk2409255151511500) and Amazon.Shein → |
SR/00949/26 |
| 2026-03-10 |
Fancy-dress costumeCostume de super héros Hulk cosplay musculaire masque gants en peluche vetements d'Halloween
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Cords or drawstrings can strangleOther measure · Recalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description liExpress (unique product identifier: 1005008419344706) and Amazon. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress (unique product identifier: 1005008419344706) and Amazon.AliExpress → |
SR/00481/26 |
| 2026-02-06 |
Fancy-dress costumeChildren's Cosplay Costumesmodel 7185448267 · batch MXE01
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleOther measure · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon and Temu (unique identifier: 601102693958226). |
TemuWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon and Temu (unique identifier: 601102693958226).Temu → |
OR/00011/26 |
| 2026-01-23 |
Fancy dress costumeDéguisement Abeille Enfants, Déguisement Enfant de Abeille, Bandeau, Masque pour les yeuxBrand: HTTDSLF · model X002BB40AF
Why: Plastic packaging too thin · Sharp edges or points · Too flammableRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0F9PF542N). |
SR/04371/25 | |
| 2025-12-16 |
Fancy-dress costumeWonder Girls – Costumes d'halloween pour filles, robe Tutu, vêtements inspirés de Super hérosBrand: Moeble · model FZ/T81006-1992
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description ique identifier: 1005006454716496 and 1005005870206659) and Amazon. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress (unique identifier: 1005006454716496 and 1005005870206659)AliExpress → |
SR/04219/25 |
| 2025-12-11 |
SKCAIHT Children's Costumes Recalled Due to Risk of Injury from Phthalate Exposure; Violates Federal Phthalates Ban; Sold on Amazon by SKCAIHT DirectSKCAIHT Children's Little Mermaid Costumes
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers Wording in the official recordfound in the recall's list of sellers Online at Amazon.com from March 2022 through July 2025 for about $30. |
CPSC 26140 | |
| 2025-12-08 |
Fancy-dress costumeRobe de fête à ourlet sirène · barcode 2506250174013 · batch 20250529001, 20250615, 2454164
Why: Too flammableRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description cular via Shein (unique identifier: sk2404188591855511) and Amazon. |
SheinWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Shein (unique identifier: sk2404188591855511) and Amazon.Shein → |
SR/04037/25 |
| 2025-12-08 |
Fancy-dress costumeCape de costume de Noël d'Halloween avec couronne, taille S/L King Prince Pro Game Party Show Châle model F04XY413801
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Cords or drawstrings can strangle · Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description via Wish (unique identifier: 64b9022e6ec945f73b7edc52) and Amazon. |
WishWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Wish (unique identifier: 64b9022e6ec945f73b7edc52) and Amazon.Wish → |
SR/03971/25 |
| 2025-11-12 |
Fancy-dress costumeRobe de princesse Frozen thématique pour jeune fille, imprimé bleu glace et neige avec jupe en tullemodel 4097369 · batch M7431
Why: Too flammableRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description .com (unique identification number: sk2412254123997662) and Amazon. |
SheinWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via fr.shein.com (unique identification number: sk2412254123997662) andShein → |
SR/03717/25 |
| 2025-11-05 |
Children’s fancy dress costumeCape de vampireBrand: APOINT · model 1401811 · barcode 3666154879977 · batch 86144
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon. |
SR/01518/25 | |
| 2025-11-05 |
Fancy-dress costumeTutu LED pour Filles, Jupe de Danse PrincesseBrand: Guangzhou Mi Xumi information Technology Co. Ltd · model CF-001-CS · barcode 2488122374 · batch 230758
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Button cells or batteries are accessible · Too flammableRemoved from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Temu and Amazon. |
TemuWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Temu and Amazon.Temu → |
SR/01436/25 |
| 2025-11-04 |
Fancy dress costume setDress Up ToysBrand: GSRENYU · model ZHGC023116
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Breaks or collapsesImport rejected at the border · Removed from online marketplace ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0DKJMKCX3) |
SR/03933/25 | |
| 2025-06-19 |
Fancy dress costumeDéguisement licorne lumineuseBrand: Rubies · model #159876 · barcode 3527079091076 · batch AF018441
Why: Too flammableRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market Wording in the official recordlisted as a distributor in France's RappelConso recall RappelConso distributors: auchan - leclerc - carrefour - joueclub - la grande recre -king jouet - recreaclub - orchestra - feter et recevoir - jadeo - amazon-jo |
SR/02276/25 | |
| 2025-06-04 |
Fancy-dress costumeArcherBrand: Fiesta Guirca · model 85704, 85705, 85706 · barcode 8435118286800, 8435118286817, 8435118286824
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon. |
SR/01241/25 | |
| 2023-07-05 |
Fancy-dress costumeDéguisement Ladybug coccinelle Brand: Idopip - Zhi Xuan Tong · model P12-221A1 10238840
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon ASIN: B09LYQP482. |
A12/01569/23 | |
| 2023-01-26 |
Fancy-dress maskHalf mask devil / Halbmaske TeufelBrand: Party x People, Rubie's · model 6240335 · barcode 4002162297102
Why: Too flammableSales ban · Recalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, under ASIN B01LEPZM9I. |
A12/00161/23 | |
| 2022-04-01 |
Fancy dress accessoiresBeelittle 4 Stück Captain Pirate Kostüm Zubehör Set DOO Rag Skull Cap Piratenauge Patch Gold OhrringBrand: Beelittle
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, with ASIN number B07XCLW4TZ. |
INFO/00048/22 | |
| 2022-04-01 |
Fancy dress accessoiresKQueenStar 1920s Damen Gatsby Kostüm Accessories Set Halskette Handschuhe Zigarettenhalter 20er JahrBrand: KQueenStar
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales stopped Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, with ASIN number B07FXZP6J6. |
INFO/00045/22 | |
| 2021-04-22 |
Costume setMode 20 Jahre Accessoires Flapper Set Stirnband Ohrringe Perlen Halskette Handschuh ZigarettenspitzeBrand: BigLion · batch ASIN: B07C9D1TVW, X0012573KH
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitOther measure · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Amazon. |
A12/00533/21 | |
| 2020-12-01 |
Fancy-dress costumeGirl's Princess Wig, Blonde, CurlyBrand: Smiffys · barcode 5020570421314
Why: Too flammableRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online in particular via Amazon and eBay. |
eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product was sold online in particular via Amazon and eBay.eBay → |
A12/01706/20 |