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Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer

$20.99

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About this item

Highlights

  • Kills 99%+ of bacteria & viruses from pacifiers and bottle nipples in 59 seconds using UV-C light
  • Safely kills Staph, E. coli, RSV, Salmonella, Kleb, Influenza (flu), Human (ATCC VR-740, Strain 229E) & other common germs. The SARS-CoV-2 strain that causes -19 was not specifically tested.
  • Child safe UV light auto shuts-off when lid is opened. Smell the clean! Removes odor causing bacteria and sterilizes without using harmful chemicals. Note: This device has been tested and does not emit ozone.
  • 4 Long-Lasting Gold LED beads (instead of mercury bulbs). The device is powered via 3 AA batteries (not included) or USB wall socket (USB cable included). The USB cable powers the device, but does not charge the device. For on-the-go, use 3 AA batteries or connect USB cable to a portable power bank, car charger or laptop.
  • Included strap easily attaches to a purse, Diaper Bag, etc.

Description

Babies drop things in dirty places at the worst times. The portable Mini Sterilizer sanitizes pacifiers, bottle nipples, and more in under a minute so you can be on your way anywhere. The Mini Sterilizer safely eliminates 99.9% of germs, bacteria, viruses* including (ATCC VR-740, Strain 229E) – a seasonal strain from the same family as -19 using just UV light and has been tested by independent labs. No chemicals, heat, or water needed! The Mini Sterilizer's 4 gold-plated UV LED lights are mercury and ozone free and auto shuts-off when the lid is opened. This small device is easy to throw into (or attach to) a purse or diaper bag, so when you need it, it's right at hand. Perfect for use in the home, but extra handy for public spaces such as daycare, playgrounds, doctor's offices, airports, and more! UV light is a safe and proven method of killing bacteria that is used by hospitals to sanitize everything from operating rooms to surgical equipment. Munchkin has partnered with 59S, the leader in UV LED technology, to develop convenient, UV-based sterilizing solutions that help families with young children lead healthier lives.
*Kills , Influenza (flu), e. Coli, Salmonella, Staph, RSV, Kleb, and other common germs.
Dimensions (Overall): 3.5 Inches (H) x 3.5 Inches (W) x 3.5 Inches (D)
Package Quantity: 1
Material: Plastic
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 76485247
UPC: 735282212765
Item Number (DPCI): 030-05-9148
Origin: Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 3.7 inches length x 5.1 inches width x 5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.55 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.

Q: Can if fit more than one pacifier?

submitted by Sammy - 6 years ago
  • A: Yes, you can squeeze extra pacifiers in, which makes the sterilizer double as a convenient carrying case; however, the UV light only works to disinfect the surfaces that are actually exposed to the light, so probably only one pacifier can be sterilized at a time (it only takes a minute per cycle).

    submitted byJlee - 6 years ago
  • A: Good morning, it is not recommended to use more than one pacifier at a time.

    submitted byMunchkin - 6 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: How do you turn this off? After I use it, and the light stops blinking, it just stays red. Is there a way to turn it off?

submitted by KristaP - 1 year ago
  • A: Hi KristaP, For Trouble shooting the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer please kindly reach out to our Customer Satisfaction team directly. Phone: 800.344.2229 Text: 805.344.2229 Email: cserv@munchkin.com.

    submitted byMunchkin - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: What are the instructions for use? Do I need to rinse off then sanitize or just pop it in there?

submitted by Targetreviewer94 - 1 year ago
  • A: Hi Targetreviewer94, The instructions for use of the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer can be found in the instruction manual that comes with the unit. If you have misplaced your Instructions Manual, please visit our website at Munchkin.com, where you can access the instructions manual. For use, wash the pacifier or wipe it clean to remove debris before sterilization.

    submitted byMunchkin - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can the sterilizer be used as a case?

submitted by Pau - 2 years ago
  • A: Good afternoon, the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer is not designed for use as a case. As such, we are unable to recommend it.

    submitted byMunchkin - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: What is the difference between this one and the 59S Mini Portable UV-C Sterilizer+, which is the same product name just with a PLUS?

submitted by Arianimal - 2 years ago
  • A: Good afternoon, the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer does not charge and is designed for use with batteries or a direct power source.

    submitted byMunchkin - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: does it come with pacifier

submitted by Toni - 2 years ago
  • A: The Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer does not include a pacifier.

    submitted byMunchkin - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: How come my munchkin will not blink anymore. I've had it for about a month and now when I turn it on the red light just stays on. I press the button a second time but still no blinking.

submitted by Munchkin - 3 years ago
  • A: Good afternoon, for assistance with your Munchkin Pacifier UV Sterilizer, please kindly reach out to our Customer Satisfaction Team directly. Phone: 800.344.2229 Text: 805.344.2229 Email: cserv@munchkin.com.

    submitted byMunchkin - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can you place any type of pacifier in the UV-Sterilizer?

submitted by emiliewyant - 4 years ago
  • A: Good morning Emilie, you can use any type of pacifier in the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV Sterilizer.

    submitted byMunchkin - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Where is it made? China?

submitted by Shaken - 5 years ago
  • A: Good afternoon, The Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer is made in China.

    submitted byMunchkin - 5 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: how do you know its working

submitted by nikki - 5 years ago
  • A: Good morning Nikki. For assistance with the use of the Munchkin Mini Sterilizer, please kindly reach out to our Customer Satisfaction team directly. Phone: 800.344.2229 Text: 805.344.2229 Email: cserv@munchkin.com.

    submitted byMunchkin - 5 years ago
    Brand expert

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design: 3.54 out of 5
easy to clean: 4.24 out of 5
safety: 3.7 out of 5
61% would recommend
122 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
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12 October, 2025Verified purchase

It works! please read the instructions!!

if you're wanting this to work on the go, you have to put batteries in it. if you dont want it on the go and just want to use it at home, you can plug it into a wall but you can't do both unless batteries are rechargeable. the light will show red when charging or with batteries in it at first and then when you place a pacifier in it, you press the button and it will blink. once the blinking is done its been sterilized. When its sleeping the light will go off. the instructions come with a tiny paper that says munchkin on it and its supposed to show you how it works.
Torim1102
design: 5 out of 5
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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10 August, 2025Verified purchase

Defective

Didn’t work out of the box. Fully charged, light indicates charging, but won’t turn on. Didn’t come with an instruction book or sheet; may have been a returned/unboxed item.
Nicole
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
21 July, 2025

READ INSTRUCTIONS!

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS! Only works when plugged In OR if you put in batteries. This works!
Mindful Mommy
design: 5 out of 5
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 July, 2025

This party actually works

You can buy this product but you got to keep in mind it needs batteries or you need to keep it plugged in if you want to use it a lot of people don't realize this and it gets defective broken don't be those people
Mystic mittens
design: 3 out of 5
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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4 out of 5 stars
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24 June, 2025Verified purchase

It works i swear!!

So I was ignorant and thought I, like many of the other reviewers also thought, got a defective product that will not charge. Turns out I just failed to read the instructions to find that the product operates on 3 AAA batteries or can be used with a power cord. It’s not rechargeable and the cord is not a charging cord! Once we got through that hiccup, it’s a great product that works as described!
Ambs
design: 4 out of 5
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 April, 2025

Waste of money

Was so excited when I saw this. Immediately bought it, then charged it. I took it with me to a restaurant and it didn't work. Don't waste your money on this item.
LZ
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
17 February, 2025

Do not buy complete waste

I returned the first one because it never seemed to charge or turn on unless plugged in. This is now my second one and it is doing the exact same thing doesn’t charge will be returning yet again!
Akron
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
11 January, 2025Verified purchase

Dont buy

It only works if you have it plugged in . Waste of money .
Aharmon
design: 1 out of 5
safety: 1 out of 5
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2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
29 December, 2024

Loved This Until It Randomly Died

We were gifted one of these off our baby registry. We loved it. It lasted less than a year and then randomly just stopped working. Bummer! We won’t be replacing it. Doesn’t seem worth it.
MomInKy
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3 out of 5 stars
8 November, 2024Verified purchase

Only works when plugged in even if you have brand new good quality batteries in it.

I’m here to say that if the things works for you with just batteries, then you are lucky. This only works when connected to USB… Technically it is portable if you bring the usb core with you.
Genny
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
design: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
2 August, 2024

Its great, these reviews are bogus

Yall are all crazy. This thing is extremely easy to use IF you read the instructions the first time you use it. Also it says literally in the instructions that the USB plug does NOT charge the device it simply just turns it on, you need batteries for on the go and obviously the usb isn’t gonna “charge” your batteries if they die. You have to change the batteries. All of these reviews are user error not anything wrong with the device. I love this thing and use it daily, BUY IT!! Just read the freaking instructions
Cheyanne
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
design: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
26 July, 2024Verified purchase

Flimsy, defective

Failed to charge. Never worked.
Momala Economist
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 July, 2024Verified purchase

Is it really working ?

I bought this as a first time mom because I wanted to make sure my son's pacis were clean and sterilized. This is super confusing to use. Only works when plugged in and I feel like it's not really doing anything.
Jmxo
design: 1 out of 5
safety: 1 out of 5
easy to clean: 1 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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28 March, 2024

No use on first try

Plugged in light comes on but as soon as it's unplugged, Nothing. Got this as a baby shower gift and was excited to use but was disappointed. After reading reviews i see its an issue for other customers as well
Doesnt work
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3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
24 March, 2024Verified purchase

Could be better

Stops working after awhile and top to battery easily comes off
Needs work
easy to clean: 4 out of 5
safety: 3 out of 5
design: 3 out of 5
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2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
2 February, 2024

Not essential

The idea is great but it was a waste of money. You don’t really have time for it to sit there and disinfect. It takes up space and also needs to be charged. It takes both batteries and wall socket but they both don’t charge the device. Thought that wasn’t very useful.
Letsreview
safety: 1 out of 5
easy to clean: 1 out of 5
design: 1 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
20 November, 2023Verified purchase

Good design and makes cleaning easy

If you’re like me and always dropping your baby’s pacifier when on the go, this is a great product. It’s easy to pop in your pacifier and sterilize quickly.
EmilyBay
safety: 5 out of 5
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
design: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
25 October, 2023Verified purchase

Dont buy

Doesn’t work. Didn’t even get to use it once
1 reply from Munchkin team - 2 years ago
Thank you for your feedback. We are so sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer. We value your trust and confidence in us and would love the opportunity to make things right by you. Please reach out to our Customer Satisfaction Team at cserv@munchkin.com or if you prefer, you can also call 1-800-344-BABY (2229) or text 1-805-344-BABY (2229).
HJV
safety: 1 out of 5
design: 1 out of 5
easy to clean: 1 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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19 October, 2023Verified purchase

Its a no from me

This pacifier portable sterilizer was a disappointment. I found it difficult to use, and it only works when connected to electricity, which completely defeats the purpose of it being portable. I'm not sure if my unit is defective, but based on my experience, I cannot recommend this product.
Gabriela
design: 1 out of 5
easy to clean: 1 out of 5
safety: 1 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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16 October, 2023Verified purchase

Not good

Bought one cause the thought of it was so convenient in sterilizing paci and nipples but ends up not working within a couple times being used. Bought a second one cause I thought I got a defect one, but second one end up doing the same. Stopped working within 2 days of purchase. Wasted time and money smh
1 reply from Munchkin team - 2 years ago
Thank you for your feedback. We are so sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Munchkin Pacifier Portable Electric UV-Sterilizer. We value your trust and confidence in us and would love the opportunity to make things right by you. Please reach out to our Customer Satisfaction Team at cserv@munchkin.com or if you prefer, you can also call 1-800-344-BABY (2229) or text 1-805-344-BABY (2229).
Sucks
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
design: 5 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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