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Unregulated Child Car Seats Sold Online Raise Safety Alarms

9/15/2025

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A Which? investigation revealed unregulated children's car seats sold online in the UK without safety certification labels.
Retailers such as eBay, Shein, and Wish offered these potentially unsafe seats, priced between £12.50 and £40.
The lack of regulatory labels raises safety and legality concerns, echoing past issues with collapsible seats.
Which? calls for government action to enforce regulations on online marketplaces.
Retailers have removed flagged listings and pledged to enhance safety measures.

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Story summary

A Which? investigation revealed unregulated children's car seats sold online in the UK without safety certification labels.
Retailers such as eBay, Shein, and Wish offered these potentially unsafe seats, priced between £12.50 and £40.
The lack of regulatory labels raises safety and legality concerns, echoing past issues with collapsible seats.
Which? calls for government action to enforce regulations on online marketplaces.
Retailers have removed flagged listings and pledged to enhance safety measures.