Bed, Bath and Beyond fined $230,000 for selling non-compliant products in New Zealand

rnz.co.nz February 3, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC

Bed, Bath and Beyond has been fined $230,000 for selling 27,374 products, including children's pyjamas and hot water bottles, without required safety labels. The violations occurred between March and October 2023. The company's general manager described the issue as "isolated oversights," which has drawn criticism from a consumer rights group. They emphasized the importance of safety labels, especially for products that can pose serious risks. The Commerce Commission, which discovered the violations during inspections, noted this is one of the largest breaches in New Zealand's recent history. Bed, Bath and Beyond has recalled the affected products and is reviewing its compliance processes.


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