Christmas warning not to buy fake toys and electronics

If you are tempted to buy knock-off toys or electronics for Christmas, you’ll be wise to read this first from one of our current campaigns.

At first glance, buying fake toys or electronics may seem harmless, but that’s far from the reality.

It might appear that you’re being money-savvy and getting a good deal. However, fake toys and electronics are made from subpar materials and have inferior craftsmanship. This means these types of products are flimsy and will often break after a few uses, so you’ll end up having to replace them more often.

They’re bad for your finances and for the environment and can be bad for your health. 
 
Fake toys can often contain toxic chemicals and are usually made with low-quality materials. These can contain loose parts or even sharp edges. Giving fake toys to children can have serious consequences and could lead to choking, burns, damage to hearing, or even strangulation.
 
Fake electronics are likely to not comply with manufacturing standards, and because of this, they can be prone to overheating, catching fire, causing burns, giving electric shocks, or exploding.

Do you know who's sourcing and selling fake goods? You can tell our charity what you know, whilst staying 100% anonymous - guaranteed.  

Genuine products always undergo rigorous testing to ensure they’re safe to use.
 
When you buy fake goods, you’re unknowingly supporting illegal and criminal activities like child labour, human trafficking, and organised crime.

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