A well-loved British fashion retailer has issued a safety recall for seven styles of bikini tops sold in stores between November 2024 and June 2025.
Matalan has warned that underwiring in the affected swimwear can push through the fabric while being worn, potentially causing skin injuries.
The safety issue poses a risk of cuts and scratches to wearers when the metal underwiring breaks through during use.
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The products fail to comply with the General Product Safety Regulations 2005
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As a result, the retailer has determined that these products fail to comply with the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
The Government instructed: "The products present a risk of injuries as the underwiring can protrude from the casing during use, which may result in the user receiving scratches or cuts to the skin.
"If you have purchased any of the affected bikini tops, please stop using it immediately and return it to your nearest Matalan store for a full refund," the warning added. "You will not need to produce a receipt."
Customers who purchased any of the affected bikini tops can return them to their nearest Matalan outlet.
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The recalled swimwear includes the Spring Mainstream Underwire model (product code F422691) and Spring Mainstream DD version (F422690).
Also affected are the Navy Floral Cupped design (F422601), MS DD Bikini Top Multi (F422607), and MS Underwire Bikini Top Multi (F422627).
Two additional styles form part of the recall: the Mainstream Postcard DD (F422724) and Mainstream Postcard UW (F422725). Each product carries multiple barcode variations according to different sizes.
The affected items were available for purchase in Matalan stores from November 14 2024 through to June 26 2025.
Customers will receive complete refund for the recalled bikini tops upon return
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Matalan has confirmed that customers can obtain a complete refund for the recalled bikini tops at any store location, with no proof of purchase necessary.
The company has also established a dedicated customer support system to handle enquiries about the recall.
Those seeking additional information can reach Matalan's Customer Care Team by telephoning 0333 0044444 or sending an email to customercareceo@matalan.co.uk.
The recall reference number 2507-0066 covers all affected products, which have been withdrawn from sale to prevent further distribution to consumers.