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product recalls

PRODUCT RECALLS
THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS
IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA
CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS)
16 – 31 MARCH 2014
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
Pages 2 to 13
Audio Video and Household Appliances (10)
IT & Telecommunication (3)
Luminaires (8)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)
HARDGOODS
Pages 14 to 21
DIY, Tools and Hardware (0)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (17)
Sport & Leisure Goods (7)
Stationery and Office Supplies (0)
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS
Pages 22 to 39
Toys (28)
Juvenile Products (5)
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD
Pages 40 to 45
Cosmetics and Personal Care (9)
Household Care (1)
SOFTLINES
Pages 46 to 57
Textile and Clothing (15)
Shoes (5)
Bags and Accessories (1)
Jewelleries (0)
Please note that from November 2012 on, product recall notifications can be searched on line in
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CORRIGENDUM
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS-
The user can access live parts
Consumer Products– March 1 - 15 – 2014 has been
through the back protective
measures:
Withdrawal of the
temporarily removed as the risk posed by the
product concerned is being re-assessed by the
screen.
notifying authorities.
The product does not comply
with the Low Voltage Directive
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
and the relevant European
PRODUCT: Hairdryer
product from the
market.
standard EN 60335.
BRAND: Elettro GT
NAME: Mini Phon Perseo
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 593609
Batch number/Barcode: 8015361354596
DESCRIPTION: Hairdryer
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/FRANCE
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Electric mini oven
The outer walls of the oven
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Climadiff
become very hot and contact
with them could cause burns.
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model C4003-CER
with the requirements of the
Batch number/Barcode: Series 134700365
Low Voltage Directive and the
DESCRIPTION: Mini electric oven with ceramic hob
- 3000W
relevant European standard EN
60335.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/UNITED
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Power supply
The primary and secondary
KINGDOM
BRAND: None
windings can make contact and
NAME: Switching Mode Universal Adaptor
reduce creepage and clearance
distances. Insulation on the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ST-A-090-002U002AAT
transformer is inadequate and
DESCRIPTION: Universal power supply for notebook
computers and personal digital electronic devices.
Supplied with 9 detachable DC plugs. Packaged in
transparent blister pack with insert card.
measures: Import
rejected at border.
does not provide protection
against electric shock. The fuse
in the plug is inadequate.
relevant European standards
EN 60950-1 and EN 60227 and
the relevant national standard
BS 1363.
EU/ITALY
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Charger for mobile phones
The insulation between the
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Unknown
primary circuit and the
accessible secondary circuit is
NAME: Travel Charger
not adequate.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TCE250
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone charger contained in a
blister pack.
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
relevant European standard
EN60950-1.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/UNITED
BURNS, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Electronic cigarette kit
The cut-off device of battery
measures: Recall
of the product
KINGDOM
BRAND: eGo
NAME: eGo T
lithium battery from
overcharging, this could cause
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: eGo-T
the device to overheat and
from end users.
explode or catch fire. The
DESCRIPTION: Electronic cigarette in a green blister
product does not comply with
the Low Voltage Directive and
pack with USB charger
the relevant European standard
AUSTRALIA
charger fails to work to prevent
EN 62133.
Target Australia Pty Ltd—Target Essentials Fan
DEFECTS
Immediately stop
Heater
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The design and construction of
this fan heater does not meet
using the fan
heater and return
An electric fan heater
Electrical Safety Standard
it to a Target or
requirements.
Target Country
HAZARDS
store as soon as
possible for a full
Risk of fire.
refund.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model: TESFH108T
keycode: 5301 4139
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Target and Target Country
SUPPLIER
Target Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.target.com.au
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COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ITALY
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Hairdryer
The product may quickly
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Surker
NAME: Unknown
consequence, it can easily
open at the side leaving the hot
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RCY-12
resistors accessible to users.
DESCRIPTION: Grey and black hairdryer supplied in
EU/SLOVENIA
overheat and, as a
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
a cardboard box.
standards EN 60335 and EN
62233.
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Phone USB charger
The charger poses a serious
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Moby Style
risk of electric shock and fire
because there is insufficient
NAME: Unknown
electrical insulation between
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
the primary circuit connected
DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone USB charger.
from end users.
to the mains and the secondary
circuit that can be touched.
and European standard EN
60950.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Vehicle battery charger
The battery charger poses a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Parallel technologies
risk of electric shock because
product from the
NAME: Battery charger
the insulation is not sufficient
and the clearance /creepage
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: A20022
distances between the primary
Recall of the
and secondary circuits are not
product from end
sufficient. The user may touch
part of the product that is at
users.
DESCRIPTION: Battery charger for vehicles. Sold in
a grey-white-black cardboard box. Technical
high voltage, receive an electric
specifications: Input: 230V AC, 50Hz, 0.6A. Output:
shock and be electrocuted.
12/6V DC, 1.2/2.4/4.8A. Class II
market,
standard EN 60335.
AUSTRALIA
Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd—Dyson Hot and
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Dyson Hot+Cool (AM04 and AM05) heater
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
There is potential for the
fan/heater to short circuit.
stop using the
Products and
The Dyson Bladeless Tower Heater/Fan uses Air
HAZARDS
Multiplier™ technology to heat and/or cool without
If the fan/heater short circuits
the need for heating elements or spinning blades. It
automatically cuts off if tipped over. It has an oval
www.dysonrecall.
this may present a potential
com or dial the
fire hazard.
dedicated free call
shaped bladeless fan on a stand which contains
internal componentry.
unplug them. They
should then go to
number (1800 500
499) for
Dimensions - 54.7 x 20 x 20cm (HxWxD). Cord
length -1.8 metres.
instructions on
products free of
Model AM04 and AM 05. The model number and
charge for
inspection and
serial number will be found on a label on the base of
the machine.
how to return their
repair or
replacement as
Unknown
appropriate and
then return to
SUPPLIER
them.
Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.dyson.com.au
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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/MALTA
CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Camera
Zinc bis may be present on the
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Canon
rubber surface of the
NAME: PowerShot SX50 HS
viewfinder. Contact with this
substance may cause an
allergic skin reaction.
from end users.
Batch number/Barcode: The affected cameras were
produced between 1 September and 15 November
2013. They have serial numbers beginning with “69”,
“70” or “71” and have “1” as the sixth digit of the
serial number.
DESCRIPTION: Black compact digital camera. The
serial number is on the side or bottom of the camera
housing.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Japan
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs
immediately turn
UNITS: About 34,500 in the United States and 2,900
The battery packs can
overheat, posing a fire hazard.
in Canada
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
DESCRIPTION
Lenovo has received two
This recall involves Lenovo battery packs sold with
the following ThinkPad notebook computers: the
reports of the battery packs
the battery pack
and contact
overheating, resulting in
Lenovo for a free
Edge 11, 13 and 14 series, the T410, T420, T510 and
damage to the computer,
replacement
W510 series, and the X100e, X120e, X200, X201 and
battery pack and nearby
X201s series. The battery packs were also sold
property. No injuries have
been reported.
battery pack.
Consumers can
separately. The black battery packs measure
off their ThinkPad
notebook
computer, remove
continue to use
between 8 to 11 inches long, 1 to 3 inches wide and
their ThinkPad
about 1 inch high. Recalled battery packs have one of
notebook without
the following part numbers starting with the fourth
digit in a long series of numbers and letters printed
the battery pack
on a white sticker below the bar code on the battery
AC adapter and
pack: 42T4695, 42T4711, 42T4798, 42T4804,
power cord.
by plugging in the
42T4812, 42T4822, 42T4828, 42T4834, 42T4840 and
42T4890.
IMPORTER
Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd—Lithium-
DEFECTS
Consumers should
ion batteries for Lenovo ‘Thinkpad’ branded
notebooks
The lithium-ion battery may
immediately turn
overheat.
off their computer,
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
HAZARDS
The batteries being recalled were sold for Lenovo
If the battery packs overheat,
'ThinkPad' branded notebooks from October 2010 to
they pose the risk of fire and
burn hazard to consumers.
April 2011.
remove the
battery and only
power the
computer through
the AC adaptor
They were:
and power cord.
(a) included in Lenovo products,
Consumers are
asked to visit
(b) distributed as stand-alone replacement packs, or
(c) distributed as a stand-alone option.
The notebook models affected are:
www.lenovo.com/
batteryprogram20
T510, W510
14 to determine if
they are affected
X100E, X201, X201s
and to arrange for
Edge 11, Edge 13
a free replacement
Mini 10
Each affected battery will have an associated 7-digit
alphanumeric Assembly-Part Number (ASM P/N) and
3-digit alphanumeric date code number (this is
different from the alphanumeric serial number for the
notebook system itself).
To determine whether your battery is affected please
battery.
For more
information
consumers can
contact Lenovo
(Australia & New
Zealand) Pty Ltd
(toll free) on 1800
visit www.lenovo.com/batteryprogram2014
041 021 or visit
www.lenovo.com/
batteryprogram20
Various computer retailers
14.
SUPPLIER
Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.lenovo.com.au
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Pocket- lamp with a battery charger
The battery charger supplied
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: MR-tuote
with the battery-powered
product from the
NAME: Ladattava LED taskulamppu
pocket lamp poses a risk of
electric shock because the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Pocket lamp: MR1591,
insulation is not sufficient and
Recall of the
the clearance /creepage
product from end
distances between the primary
and secondary circuits are not
users.
Battery charger:SK01G-0500100V
DESCRIPTION: Battery-powered pocket lamp
supplied with a battery charger. Sold in a black-brown
sufficient.
transparent cardboard package. Technical
specifications:DS-3W, Input: AC 100-240V, 0,2A
standard EN 60598.
Max., Output: 5VDC, 1A, class II.
market,
EU/FRANCE
BURNS
PRODUCT: Table lamp
The lamp is attractive to
BRAND: Magic Light
children and the lamp cover
can easily break, leaving hot
NAME: Magic Table Lamp
surfaces accessible which
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Transformer: HTT-
could cause burns to children.
24V1A,
Model (Lamp): MTL,
Item (Lamp): 3461018, 3461100, 3461101, 3461102,
3461103, 3461104, 3461128
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
60598.
Batch number/Barcode: Barcodes (Lamp):
3294421739640, 3294421734560, 3294421734577,
3294421734584, 3294421734591, 3294421734607,
3294421757415
DESCRIPTION: Bedside light with electric cable
connected to a transformer plug. The light is 20 cm
tall and the lamp cover has figures of well-known
cartoon characters. Transformer voltage: PRI: 220240V, AC SEC: 24 V AC; lamp voltage: 24 V AC.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Portable LED lamp
The battery charger supplied
BRAND: Unknown
with the lamp poses a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
NAME: LED, ladattava, 3-in-1 polkupyörän valaisin
electric shock because the
insulation and the clearance
('Rechargable LED bicycle lamp)
/creepage distances between
Recall of the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Battery charger:MTLC-
the primary and secondary
product from end
0840-1000
circuits are not sufficient. The
users.
market,
the Low Voltage Directive
DESCRIPTION: Battery-powered portable lamp
(LVD) and the relevant
supplied with a LI-ION battery charger. Sold in a
black-yellow cardboard box. Technical specifications:
European standards EN 605981 and EN 60598-2.
DS, 100-240V/8.4V, class II/III, IP20.
EU/CROATIA
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: LED spotlight kit
Due to a defect, live parts of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Ir-Luks
the product may be easily
NAME: Unknown
accessible: high-voltage parts
may be touched, thus causing
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DK3ELC 212N NM
an electric shock.
GU10
DESCRIPTION: LED spotlight kit with three GU10
LED spotlights, sold in a red-brown and transparent
package. Technical specifications: -230V, 50/60V, IP
product from the
market.
60598.
20, LED 3X1W -LED: 85V - 230V 3W 6000 K
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Portable lamp
These products pose a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
electric shock due to
product from the
NAME: Neon 8W
insufficient insulation between
the conductive parts and the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. n°: 446 388
metal hook. The product does
Recall of the
not comply with the Low
product from end
Voltage Directive and the
users,
DESCRIPTION: Tubular portable lamp with a metal
hook at one end.
60598.
Destruction of the
product.
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Ace Clamp-On LED Work Lights
The cord bushing inside the
light base could fail, allowing
immediately stop
using the recalled
the cord wiring to pull out of
clamp lights and
the base, exposing bare wire
return them to the
and presenting a shock and fire
hazard.
local Ace
Hardware store for
market,
USA
UNITS: About 15,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes the Ace Clamp-On LED Work
Light measuring 3 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep
and 2.25 inches high. It has a silver plastic lamp head
with black rubber sides and eight LED lights on one
side; a black plastic cube-shaped lamp base sized
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
a full refund.
None reported.
1.75 inches wide by 2.25 inches deep by 2 inches
high, a 6-foot black cord; and silver clamp with black
rubber grips. The recalled units are stamped with the
model number “DC004” and date code “08/13” on
the back of the light base.
IMPORTER
Ace Hardware Corp. of Oak Brook, Ill.
MANUFACTURED IN: Indonesia
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
KolourOne Brand Panel Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR
The metal housing/lens
LED Light Bulbs
assembly can separate from
immediately stop
using and remove
UNITS: About 119,000 in the U.S. and 2,350 in
the bulb’s base and fall. This
the recalled light
Canada
poses a risk of injury from
bulbs from any
impact to bystanders.
fixture.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves SATCO KolourOne brand Panel
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Consumers can
contact SATCO
Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR 30 and 38 LED light
The firm has received four
Products for free
bulbs. The 13-, 14- and 17-watt white bulbs were
reports of the bulb
sold in longneck and shortneck models and have the
components separating. No
injuries have been reported.
replacement
bulbs.
KolourOne logo printed on the neck of the bulb.
Product numbers beginning with S89XX or S90XX
are printed below the logo.
IMPORTER
SATCO Products Inc., of Brentwood, NY.
EU/FRANCE
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Wall-mounted lamp
The product poses a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Cristalmer
electric shock because of
product from the
NAME: Unknown
defective earthing. The product
does not comply with the Low
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. n°: P160 (Nominal
Voltage Directive (LVD) and the
Recall of the
values: 250 V – 25 W – Class 1 – IP20)
product from end
60598.
users.
market,
DESCRIPTION: Polished, varnished brass, wallmounted lamp, dimensions of packaging: H-14 cm; L
-16 cm (depth: 8.5 cm).
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Travel plug adaptor with USB power
It is possible for the user to
supply
touch the live pins of a UK plug
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Chacon
while the plug adaptor is
plugged into a Spanish socket.
NAME: Universal Travel Adapter with USB
market.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 94421
DESCRIPTION: Travel plug adaptor with USB power
relevant national standard UNE
20315.
supply. Comes in clear plastic packaging with card
product from the
insert.
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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CROATIA
PRODUCT: Spatula for grill
CHEMICAL
Migration of chromium (2.92
mg/l) from spatula for grill from
China, via Hong Kong.
Official
detention.
No picture available.
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Knives
CHEMICAL
mg/kg - ppm) from knives from
China.
EU/GERMANY
PRODUCT: Plastic bamboo plate
CHEMICAL
Plastic bamboo plate from
China, via Switzerland unfit for
use as food contact material
(the plate shows cracks and
become porous).
EU/ITALY
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Migration of chromium
(10.889; 0.215; 16.557 mg/kg ppm), of nickel (0.133; 0.118
mg/kg - ppm) and of
manganese (0.251; 0.671 mg/
kg - ppm) from kitchen set in
steel from China.
PRODUCT: Glass with gold rim
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Netherlands
Migration of cadmium (0.82;
0775 mg/item) and of lead
(399; 378 mg/item) from glass
with gold rim from the
Netherlands.
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
PRODUCT: Nylon skimmer
CHEMICAL
Migration of primary aromatic
amines (0.0379; 0.0436;
0.0270 mg/dm²) from nylon
skimmer from China, via Hong
Kong.
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Dies for meat grinder
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong
mg/kg - ppm) from dies for
meat grinder from Hong Kong.
EU/IRELAND
PRODUCT: Nylon kitchen utensils
CHEMICAL
amines (skimmers: 0.0440 mg/
kg - ppm) from nylon kitchen
utensils from China, via the
Netherlands.
EU/IRELAND
PRODUCT: Nylon kitchen utensils with stainless steel
handles
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Withdrawal
from the
market.
Re-dispatch.
PRODUCT: Kitchen set in steel
Import not
authorised.
Withdrawal
from the
market.
Official
detention.
Official
detention.
Unknown
CHEMICAL
amines (0.2678 - > 1.3929 mg/
kg - ppm) from nylon kitchen
utensils with stainless steel
handles from China, via Hong
Kong.
Withdrawal
from the
market.
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COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Barbeque tooling set
CHEMICAL
Official detention
mg/kg - ppm) from barbeque
tooling set from China.
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: BBQ trays
CHEMICAL
Migration of manganese (0.71;
0.22 mg/kg - ppm) from BBQ
trays from China.
USA
Import not
authorised.
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Children’s bed canopies
An infant or young child can
immediately stop
UNITS: About 255,000 in the United States, 7,000 in
get entangled at the neck in
using the recalled
Canada and 2.6 million worldwide
the canopy’s fabric, posing a
children’s bed
strangulation hazard.
canopies and
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
return them to any
IKEA store for a full
There have been nine reports
refund.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves IKEA children’s bed canopies.
The canopies are made out of mesh fabric and hang
from the ceiling onto a child’s crib or bed. They
worldwide of children getting
measure about 7 ft. long and about 2 ft. in diameter.
entangled in the bed canopies,
IMPORTER
including one in the U.S.
involving a 7-month-old girl
IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken,
who pulled the canopy’s fabric
Pa.
into her crib and wrapped it
MANUFACTURED IN: Czech Republic, Estonia,
around her neck several times.
Lithuania and Vietnam
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EU/BULGARIA
CATEGORY: Food-imitating products
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Decorative cake and fruits
The products pose a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Ruian Jianbo
choking as, due to their
NAME: Christmas items
characteristic form, colour and
size, they may be mistaken for
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JB-140203; QM12-
foodstuff. Small parts can be
500-R
easily detached from the
products and this may lead
children to put them in the
DESCRIPTION: Decorative Christmas cake made
mouth, swallow, suck or ingest
from Styrofoam, with "snowflakes" on both sides,
them, which could entail the
covered with coloured balls. Decorative flowers,
attached to wire stems, imitating fruit, in red colour.
risk of choking. The products
do not comply with the
product from the
market.
Directive 87/357/EEC on
products which, appearing to
be other than they are,
endanger the health or safety
of consumers.
AUSTRALIA
ALDI—Expressi Thermal Double Wall Glasses
DEFECTS
Immediately cease
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Thermal double wall cappuccino glasses made out of
The inner wall of the glass may
shatter during normal use.
using the glasses
and return them to
borosilicate glass and supplied in three different
HAZARDS
sizes.
If the glass breaks, the defect
1. Thermal 100mL Cappuccino Glasses - 4 piece set
poses a laceration risk.
any ALDI store for
a full refund.
44430 and 44431
Aldi Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER
Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.tempoaustralia.com.au/tempo/home
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ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Centex has
SolarSave® roof panels
Fire
contacted directly
UNITS: About 240 homes
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
DESCRIPTION
Two incidents in which roof
recall and
This recall involves Open Energy 34 watt (OE-34)
fires originated in or near the
Solar Panel energy systems sold under the brand
name Open Energy SolarSave Roofing Tiles.
recalled roof panels have been
reported. These incidents
performed free
installations of
SolarSave panels replace conventional roof tiles and
involve homes sold by Centex.
Owners of homes
provide solar power to the building. This recall
No injuries have been reported.
involves all brown, terracotta and gray OE-34
with qualifying
solar energy
SolarSave roof tiles installed on new homes sold by
systems who have
Centex Homes (“Centex”). This recall does not
not been
include any other solar panels, except for the OE-34
model, installed on homes sold by Centex.
contacted by the
company should
IMPORTER
turn off their solar
customers
impacted by the
new solar panels.
energy systems
Unknown
immediately and
MANUFACTURED IN: Unknown
contact Centex to
schedule the
installation of free
replacement
panels.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Bedz King Bunk Beds with Side Ladder
A protruding corner post on the
bunk beds exceeds the 5mm
immediately check
to see if they have
allowed by industry standard,
the recalled bunk
posing an entrapment hazard.
bed and contact
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Bedz King for a
free repair kit and
None reported
to confirm a
UNITS: About 2,900
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Bedz King bunk beds with a side
ladder. The beds were sold in twin over twin, twin
over full and full over full combinations and four
colors; white, espresso, honey and cappuccino.
physical address
Affected models include BK 150SL, BK 151SL, BK
950SL, BK 951SL and BK 975SL. Model information
for delivery of the
kit. Bedz King is
and “Bedz King” are printed on labels attached to
contacting known
the top headboard.
consumers directly
IMPORTER
by email.
Bedz King, of Arlington, Texas
MANUFACTURED IN: Brazil
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IKEA—FABLER and TISSLA bed canopies
DEFECTS
IKEA kindly asks
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The canopy netting can be
customers who
Suspended fabric canopies for use with cots, toddler
pulled into a cot or bed and
have a bed canopy
beds and junior beds.
become entangled around an
listed above to
infant or childs neck.
cease usage
HAZARDS
immediately and
bring it back to any
This poses a potential
IKEA store where
strangulation hazard.
they will receive a
LEGENDARISK bed canopy white 6005068 2003 2006
MINNEN bed canopy set white/gold-colour
90087758 2006 - 2010
full refund.
BARNSLIG BOLL bed canopy red/white 20107830
2006 - 2011
MINNEN Brodyr bed canopy white 50107678 2006 2010
HIMMEL bed canopy white/blue 20175838 2008 2013
FABLER bed canopy multicolour 20130878 2008 CURRENT
TISSLA bed canopy 240 AP JP 70236716 2013 CURRENT
KLÄMMIG bed canopy cot 92816595 1996-2001
IKEA stores nationally and globally.
SUPPLIER
IKEA Pty Ltd
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BURNS, INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fireworks
Due to insufficient accidental
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Goliat
NAME: Unknown
of accidental explosion exists
and, as a result, the user may
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MWC0017-10
be seriously injured or burnt.
Pyrotechnics Directive and the
pyrotechnic article with one ignition point.
BURNS, INJURIES
PRODUCT: Fireworks Battery of 49 shot tubes
ignition protection, the hazard
NAME: ROCK OUT
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JH0849-3
EU/POLAND
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
pyrotechnic article with one ignition point.
15947.
BURNS, INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fireworks
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Goliat
NAME: BATTLE
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JH1013
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: The product is a battery of shot
tubes; a pyrotechnic article with one ignition point.
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DESCRIPTION: Battery of 49 shot tubes; a
market.
15947.
BRAND: Goliat
product from the
DESCRIPTION: Battery of 12 shot tubes; a
EU/POLAND
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INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Trailer cycle and bicycle rack
The part of the rack that
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Burley
connects the trailer bike to a
NAME: Piccolo
towing bicycle can break,
causing the trailer bike to
disconnect and posing a risk of
Batch number/Barcode: Production period 2011-2013
DESCRIPTION: Trailer cycle with tailwind rack.
from end users.
a fall and injury to children.
One accident reported.
EU/POLAND
PRODUCT: Fireworks
BRAND: TRIPLEX
BURNS, DAMAGE TO
Voluntary
HEARING, INJURIES
measures:
Withdrawal of the
Due to the incomplete
functioning of some of the
NAME: GEMINI
units there is a risk of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TXB 212
accidental explosion. The user
DESCRIPTION: A battery of 16 shot tubes.
product from the
market.
may be unprepared for
explosion and, as a result, may
get injured or burnt. There is
also a hazardous sound level
that may cause damage of
hearing. The product does not
comply with the requirements
of the Pyrotechnics Directive
standard EN 15947.
EU/POLAND
BURNS, INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fireworks
Due to the improper duration
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: TRIPLEX
of burning of initial fuse, there
NAME: GROM1
is a risk of burns and injuries,
especially hazardous for hands,
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TXP486
face and eyes. The product
product from the
market.
does not comply with the
requirements of the
DESCRIPTION: The product is a flash banger
(category 3). It is made of non-metallic case
containing perchlorate/metalbased or nitrate/metal-
15947.
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Marine Distributors International Pty Ltd—Body
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Glove Outboard Bridle
The pulley may release during
cease using the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
use.
product and return
Boating outboard bridle rope
HAZARDS
If the pulley suddenly releases,
BG-B3600
this presents an accident
hazard to the user and
it to the place of
purchase for a full
refund.
bystanders.
BCF stores nationwide
SUPPLIER
Marine Distributors International Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.surfwindfire.com
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CORRIGENDUM
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Compulsory
Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS-
The product poses a chemical
Consumer Products– January16 - 26 – 2014 has
risk due to the presence of
been temporarily removed as the risk posed by the
product concerned is being re-assessed by the
naphthalene (1228 mg/kg) and
toluene. The product does not
notifying authorities.
CATEGORY: Toys
measures: Other.
of the Toy Safety Directive.
PRODUCT: Jewellery-making set
BRAND: TM Essentials Totum
NAME: Disney Princess Ocean Jewels
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No 049567 /
PO#20130005
DESCRIPTION: Plastic jewellery-making set in a pink
cardboard box printed with a Princess motif
EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING, INJURIES
PRODUCT: Toy bow and arrow set
measures:
choking because the small
Withdrawal of the
product from the
NAME: Bow & Arrow Set - Fun & Safe
suction cups can easily detach
and be swallowed by small
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item no: WS338106
children. In addition, the
BRAND: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: The set consists of a light yellow
bow with black colour shaft, three red plastic arrows
with black suction cups, a toy knife and a brown
quiver. The product is supplied in a cardboard and
plastic packaging.
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market.
product poses a risk of injuries
if the arrows are fired without
the suction cups.
Toy Safety Directive and the
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CATEGORY: Toys
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Soap bubbles
The total count of aerobic
measures:
mesophilic microorganisms
Withdrawal of
NAME: Unknown
in the soapy water is too
high. There is a risk of
the product
from the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 014000287 ,
infection if the liquid is
market.
BRAND: Disney
Lot 1/2013
swallowed or comes into
contact with the skin or
eyes.
DESCRIPTION: Container in shades of red for soap
bubble liquid. The container features an image of Minnie
Mouse.
Toy Safety Directive.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Spain
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
PRODUCT: Rattle set
When playing with the rattle
BRAND: Le Bei
Compulsory
measures:
the child may hit it against
Withdrawal of
hard surfaces: as a result of
the product
NAME: Sweet Give - Baby Series
the impact small parts may
from the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 1230AB/1260/1260A
be released. If such small
market.
DESCRIPTION: The rattle is in the shape of a smiling doll
in shades of green with rounded arms and legs; in the
centre it has a movable ball which creates the noise. The
set includes a teething toy in a rounded shape, with small
dolls fitted into the ring. The product is supplied in pink
and white cardboard, with a transparent plastic front.
parts are put in the mouth
and swallowed, small
children may choke on them.
European standard EN 71-1.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
The head of the doll can be put
BRAND: Unknown
in the mouth by a child and it
NAME: Girls Fashion
contains Di-n-octyl phthalate
(DNOP) above the permitted
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.4455-2
levels (30,5% by weight).
According to the REACH
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with brown hair and a
measures:
Destruction of the
product.
Regulation the phthalates
pink fringe, in transparent plastic packaging.
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
prohibited in all toys and
childcare articles, while
phthalates DINP, DIDP and
DNOP are prohibited in toys or
childcare articles that can be
placed in the mouth by
children.
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Toy bow and arrows
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Rasehorn
risk because the suction cups
contain di(2-ethylhexyl)-
NAME: Unknown
phthalate (DEHP) above the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item no. 9272598
permitted levels (measured
DESCRIPTION: The set comprises a plastic bow and
three plastic arrows of different colours, with suction
cups. Length of the bow: 38 cm; length of the arrow:
27 cm; diameter of suction cups: 2.5 cm. The
product is packaged in a transparent bag with a
from end users.
value: 9.8% by weight).
Regulation, the phthalates
sticker.
children.
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CHOKING, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic gun
The suction cups can easily
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
detach and be swallowed by
small children.
market.
NAME: Shoot Gun - Funny Game
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AK-330-6
In addition, the product poses a
risk of injuries because if the
arrows are fired into
DESCRIPTION: Gun set on a blister pack packaging.
The set consists of a gun, 3 black arrows made of
non-flexible plastic, ended with red suction cups and
2 plastic ducks (yellow and green) which are used as
target.
EU/CYPRUS
someone’s face without the
suction cups, it will lead to
eyes injuries.
71-1.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Police play-set
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
small children.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 220A-2
DESCRIPTION: Police play-set on a blister pack
packaging. The set consists of: a gun which can be
used as a bow-gun, a bow and 6 arrows made of
non-flexible plastic, ended with red suction cups (3
black, pink, light green, yellow).
product from the
market.
NAME: Police Force
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Compulsory
PRODUCT: Police play set
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Unknown
small children.
from end users.
NAME: Police Gun
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.:626
DESCRIPTION: Police play set on a blister pack
packaging. The set consists of: a gun, 3 arrows made
of non flexible black plastic ended with red suction
EU/CYPRUS
eyes injuries.
cups, a plastic radio, 2 plastic grenades, a knife, a
watch, a mask, a compass, a pair of handcuffs, 3
targets and a police ID.
71-1.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING, INJURIES
PRODUCT: Warrior play set
BRAND: Unknown
small children.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KD221836 / 6129-3
packaging. The set consists of: a bow, 3 arrows made
of non-flexible plastic (red, yellow, blue) ended with
red suction cups, a quiver, a sword and a shield.
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
NAME: Weapons Suit
DESCRIPTION: Warrior play set on a blister pack
Compulsory
eyes injuries.
71-1.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
The head of the doll contains
REPUBLIC
measures:
di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
Withdrawal of the
NAME: Fashion Charming
(DEHP) above the permitted
levels (11,8% by weight).
product from the
market.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.808
BRAND: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: ITEM NO.: 4913599 B: 226
Regulation the phthalates
EAN: 8713149135992 PANENKA 3.5"
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with long yellow hair in
yellow and blue dress with angel wings and red
boots.
children.
EU/POLAND
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Excessive presence of di (2-
BRAND: Unknown
Compulsory
measures:
ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in
Withdrawal of the
the plastic material of the doll's
product from the
NAME: Butterfly Fairy
head (25,6 % by mass).
market.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.8811
DESCRIPTION: A plastic fairy doll with pink hair and
red butterfly-like wings. The toy is packed in a
colourful cardboard display box.
children.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic dolls
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Unknown
risk because the heads of the
NAME: Happy Girl
two dolls both contain di-(2ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 3023
above the permitted levels
(measured values: 25.5% and
DESCRIPTION: A boy and girl doll in wedding
24.7% by weight).
Furthermore, a chemical risk
outfits. The product is supplied in a cardboard box
can occur if the child swallows
with a transparent front part.
the button batteries, which can
be easily accessed.
with REACH Regulation, with
the requirements of the Toy
Safety Directive and the
62115.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Unknown
risk because the head of the
doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl)
NAME: My Baby - Fashion Girl
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 802C
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with long, red hair. The
product is supplied in cardboard boxes with various
inscriptions such as "Happy Every Day". The front of
be easily accessed.
the box is transparent.
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62115.
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Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Toys 4 Less P299
risk because the head of the
NAME: Beauty Children Baby
doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 8122B
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with accessories. The
product is supplied in cardboard boxes with a
transparent part.
be easily accessed.
Safety Directive and with the
62115.
EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Toy pushchair
The pushchair collapses easily,
BRAND: Xin Yuan Da
with consequent risk of injury
due to entrapment, mainly of
NAME: Doll carrier
fingers, between moving parts.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.:103881B
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
Toys Safety Directive and with
DESCRIPTION: Small pushchair for dolls in pink and
purple tartan fabric.The product is packaged in carton
EN 71-1.
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Voluntary
PRODUCT: Soft toy
The plastic casing of the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Windel
singing device might give way
product from the
NAME: Light and Sound
allowing access to small parts.
Children may put the small
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item 10020 L:
parts in their mouth and
Recall of the
0201808 (edible part)
swallow them, which could
product from end
pose a risk of choking.
users,
In addition, the stitching of the
product is not sufficiently
Destruction of the
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4006613000204
DESCRIPTION: Singing, plush teddy bear with a red
plastic nose, holding a small transparent bag filled
with chocolates. (Label mentions that chocolates are
best before 30.06.2014).
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
market,
product.
resistant: fibrous filling material
could be easily accessible and
cause small children to choke if
put in the mouth.
A short circuit may also occur
and the surfaces of the battery
compartment can become too
hot during use, posing a risk of
burns.
the Low Voltage Directive as
well as with the relevant
European standards EN 71-1
and EN 62115.
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plastic bathtub and accessories
The plastic spoon can break
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: SIMBA
and small parts can easily be
swallowed by small children.
product from the
market,
NAME: New Born Baby Baignoire + dinette
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 10 556 5655
Recall of the
product from end
users,
Batch number/Barcode: 4 006592 556556
DESCRIPTION: Bathtub and accessories for dolls
(tea set,duck,boat etc.) in coloured plastic.
71-1.
Destruction of the
product.
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INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy pushchair for dolls
The product may easily
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Anne - FeiLi
NAME: Lovely Baby
consequence, a child's finger
could be crushed in the folding
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FL730
mechanism.
DESCRIPTION: Small pushchair for dolls, supplied in
EU/CYPRUS
collapse if loaded. As a
relevant European Standard EN
71-1.
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Toy ironing board
The product might collapse
easily and the child may fall
and hit the ground when using
NAME: Lovely - Baby barrow
the product. The child's fingers
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.3388
could also be entrapped and
market.
a plastic bag with a cardboard label on top.
BRAND: Unknown
product from the
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
crushed. The product does not
DESCRIPTION: Small children's ironing board
of the Toy Safety Directive and
covered in pink and white checked fabric .The
product is packaged in a transparent plastic bag.
EN 71-1.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Maylla
risk because it contains 21.94
NAME: Fashion Girl
% by weight of bis (2ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref.n°: 88104
Regulation, phthalates DEHP,
DESCRIPTION: Doll with skates. Description of the
DBP and BBP are prohibited in
all toys and childcare articles,
packaging: individual cardboard boxes bearing the
while phthalates DINP, DIDP
brand name. The front part of the box is transparent.
and DNOP are prohibited when
the toy or the childcare article
can be placed in the mouth by
children.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Jun Sheng Toys
risk because it contains more
than 30% by weight of bis (2-
NAME: Mermaid Beautiful Legend
ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref K970-5
DESCRIPTION: Mermaid doll with a seahorse. The
product is packed in individual cardboard boxes
bearing the brand name. The front is transparent.The
back bears a label with information on the importer
and the manufacturer, the CE marking and the
reference number.
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Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plastic toy
The toy poses a risk of choking
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: AM Zabawki
NAME: Bajkowy swiat
break into small parts, which a
child could put into the mouth.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Cat no° 022a
Batch number/Barcode: 23072013 / 5905094770226
DESCRIPTION: A rubber duck in a plastic boat
packed in a plastic bag. The top of the bag is closed
with a folded coloured card, fixed to the bag with
staples.
USA
because the sail can easily
product from the
market.
risk of injuries due to the
presence of sharp edges on
the small parts.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
71-1.
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Wooden flipping acrobat toys
The paint on the wooden
flipping acrobat toys contains
immediately take
the recalled
excessive levels of lead, which
flipping acrobat
is prohibited under federal law.
toys away from
UNITS: About 135 units
DESCRIPTION
The recalled flipping acrobat toys are made of
painted wood and are 8.5 inches tall. The toys
consist of two rectangular wooden sticks connected
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
children and return
them to Minga Fair
Trade Imports for
by a wood crosspiece near one end and a coyote,
a full refund or
super hero, woodpecker or yellow bird wooden
credit towards a
cartoon character suspended by nylon string at the
replacement
other end.
product.
IMPORTER
Minga Fair Trade Imports, of Lake Geneva, Wis.
MANUFACTURED IN: Peru
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HAZARD:
Consumers should
My Sweet Love / My Sweet Baby Cuddle Care Baby
The circuit board in the chest
Doll
of the doll can overheat,
immediately take
the dolls from
UNITS: About 174,000
causing the surface of the doll
children, remove
to get hot, posing a burn
the batteries and
hazard to the consumer.
return the doll to
DESCRIPTION
The My Sweet Love / My Sweet Baby electronic
baby doll comes in pink floral clothing and matching
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
knit hat. The 16 inch doll is packaged with a toy
Wal-Mart has received 12
medical check-up kit including a stethoscope,
reports of incidents, including
feeding spoon, thermometer and syringe. The doll’s
two reports of burns or blisters
to the thumb.
electronics cause her to babble when she gets
any Walmart store
for a full refund.
“sick,” her cheeks turn red and she starts coughing.
Using the medical kit pieces cause the symptoms to
stop. “My Sweet Baby” is printed on the front of the
clear plastic and cardboard packaging. The doll is
identified by UPC 6-04576-16800-5 and a date code
which begins with WM. The date code is printed on
the stuffed article label sewn into the bottom of the
doll.
IMPORTER
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic doll with accessories
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Xing Kun Toys
risk because the plastic
NAME: Special girl
material contains DEHP and
DBP above the permitted
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 2819
levels (measured values:
2.08% and 0.51%). According
to the REACH Regulation, the
DESCRIPTION: Doll with sofa, dresses and
phthalates DEHP, DBP and
accessories . The product is packed in individual
BBP are prohibited in all toys
cardboard boxes bearing the brand name.
and childcare articles, while
children.
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers
Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny Stuffed
The pom-pom tail can detach
should
Toys
from the body of the bear rattle
immediately take
UNITS: About 98,000
and the bunny, posing a choking
them away from
hazard to young children.
young children
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
and stop using
these recalled
Vera Bradley has received two
products and
made of cotton and fleece. The bear ring rattle has a
reports that the pom-pom tail
return them to
white teddy bear head, arms attached to an O-
detached from the product. No
shaped body with a green, blue, brown and pink
Vera Bradley for a
full refund.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves all Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles
and Bunny stuffed animal toys. The products are
crisscross pattern design rattle. The bear ring rattle
measures about 4.25 inches in diameter. The bunny
is 10 inches tall from the top of its head to the
bottom of its foot and was sold in three printed
patterns. The “Bunny in Lilli Bell” has green vines
with pink and orange flowers on the body, limbs and
the back of the ears. The “Bunny in Lola” has a
crisscross geometric pattern on the arms, legs and
ears of the white headed bunny with a floral print
body. The “Bunny in Tutti Frutti” has a green with a
pink and yellow floral printed pattern fabric covering
whole body. All of the recalled rattles and bunnies
have a white pom-pom tail on the back of the item.
IMPORTER
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Consumers
Three styles of Plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal
The stuffed animals’ eyes can
should
toys.
detach, posing a choking hazard
immediately take
UNITS: About 8,200
to young children.
the recalled toys
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
This recall involves three styles of plush Grumpy Cat
stuffed animal toys by Ganz. They include an 8-inch
The firm has received six
reports of the eyes detaching
Grumpy Cat in laying position, a 5-inch long sitting
from the Grumpy Cat toys. No
Grumpy Cat
Grumpy Cat and a 4-inch Grumpy Cat key clip. The
toys are multi-colored in white with dark brown, light
product of
equivalent value
brown and gray fur material. Grumpy Cat toys have
or a full refund.
away from
children and
contact Ganz for a
free replacement
blue crystal eyes with the eye lids half closed, a
down-turned mouth and white whiskers. This toy is
labeled for ages 3 and older. The Grumpy Cat key
chain has a black plastic key clip at the top of the
cat’s head.
IMPORTER
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CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
INJURIES
Compulsory
A child's fingers could be
measures: Import
rejected at border.
equipment
PRODUCT: High chair
crushed as a result of the faulty
BRAND: Préma Distribution
locking mechanism. Moreover,
the product is not sufficiently
NAME: Unknown
stable; it may tip backwards
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HC580 Cappucino
and cause the child to fall.
DESCRIPTION: High chair with tray.
with the relevant European
standard EN 14988.
EU/FRANCE
equipment
PRODUCT: Pushchair
BRAND: Préma Distribution
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
injuries to children because: the braking system is not
activating simultaneously on
NAME: Unknown
the two rear wheels; - the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: T598 Cappucino
wheels may easily break; - the
DESCRIPTION: Pushchair with safety guard and
hood.
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restraining system is not safe
and the child may fall.
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ENTRAPMENT, INJURIES
PRODUCT: Pram/Pushchair
Small parts from the bumper
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Baby active
bar may detach which can
cause a risk of choking. In
NAME: Elipso
addition, there is a risk of cuts
and entrapment from the
canopy and the restraint
system and the chassis may
DESCRIPTION: Four-wheeled child conveyance of
break, which could cause the
combination type. Products manufactured year 2010
child to fall out and suffer
to 2012 are affected.
injuries. The product does not
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
from end users.
of the relevant European
standard EN 1888.
EU/FRANCE
equipment
PRODUCT: Baby carrier
BRAND: MH France
INJURIES
The retaining system (in
particular the stitching of the
measures: Import
rejected at border.
chest strap) is not sufficiently
resistant: if it breaks, the child
NAME: Baby Carrier
may fall.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BB002 , 65-0001
DESCRIPTION: Baby carrier
Compulsory
standard EN 13209-2.
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Harvey Norman Big Buys—Playtex Hip Hammock
DEFECTS
Consumers should
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The buckles on the waist and
immediately cease
The Playtex Hip Hammock is an infant carrier
shoulder strap may crack or
using the Hip
designed to strap the baby against the caregiver's
break.
Hammock and
body at the hip. It is made of a soft, quilted fabric and
HAZARDS
intended for babies that are from 15 to 35 pounds
(approximately 6.5 to 16kg). The child seat is
If the buckles crack or break,
the Hip Hammock poses a
attached with straps that wrap around the carrier's
potential fall hazard to infants.
contact Energizer
on 1800 810 310
for a full refund.
hips and shoulder. "Playtex Hip Hammock" is printed
on a label sewn into the front of the carrier. They
come in basic and deluxe styles. The hip hammock's
fabric is suede or ultra-suede in black or navy colours
on the outside, and the inside lining is black, black
and white check or burgundy.
Model numbers 05300, 05301, 05302, 05306, 05307
and 05308. The model number will be sewn into the
inside panel be low the instructions for use.
All model numbers are being recalled.
The product was sold exclusively by Harvey Norman
in Australia. The product was available online at
www.harveynorman.com.au and in store at limited
Harvey Norman Big Buys stores, being: Auburn,
Springvale, Maroochydore and Enfield.
SUPPLIER
Energizer Holdings, Inc
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
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Voluntary
PRODUCT: Liquid for nail art
The product is made of methyl
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: XO
methacrylate (100%), which
NAME: Acrylic Liquid Purple
has a high
sensitisation/allergenic
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Lot-Number: LIQ-
potential and can result in
002305; MFG Date: 0413
damages to nails and/or hands
which can last for years. The
BfR [German Federal Institute
DESCRIPTION: Slightly blue coloured liquid for nail
for Risk Assessment] in its
art.
Opinion No 014/2012 of 22
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
December 2011 classifies
concentrations of 80- 90 %
product from the
market.
methyl methacrylate in nail art
substances as hazardous to
health. It has been classified as
hazardous to health within the
meaning of Article 3 of
Cosmetic Product Regulation
(EC) 1223/2009 .
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
The product contains a high
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: NaiLexus
amount of methyl methacrylate
(measured value up to 98,5%),
product from the
market,
NAME: Liquid Monomer
which has a high
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 32 fl. oz.
Warning
consumers of the
risks.
Batch number/Barcode: Charge Nr. 3F-0603-A-120
DESCRIPTION: Clear, slightly violet-coloured liquid
for nail art in a white HDPE [high-density
polyethylene] canister with label. Strong chemical
smell.
health. It has been classified as
hazardous to health within the
meaning of Article 3 of
Cosmetic Product Regulation
(EC) 1223/2009.
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Compulsory
The product contains a high
BRAND: NaiLexus
amount of methyl methacrylate
NAME: Liquid Monomer
(96%), which has a high
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 3F-0925-A-130
DESCRIPTION: Liquid for artificial nail art, part of a
self-hardening dual component system, where the
liquid is mixed with powder. Container: 32 fl oz white
plastic single-dose packet.
measures: Other.
health. The product has been
classified as hazardous to
health within the meaning of
Article 3 of Cosmetic Product
Regulation (EC) 1223/2009.
In addition the product labelling
mentioned Cosmetic Product
Regulation .
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
PRODUCT: Eyelash enhancer
The product contains
BRAND: FEG
benzalkonium chloride in
NAME: Eyelash enhancer
concentartion exceeding the
permissible limit (value
according to the declaration on
Batch number/Barcode: Batch No 20131109
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
the product: 10%.)
Benzalkonium chloride is a skin
DESCRIPTION: Eyelash enhancer (in a 3 ml bottle)
and ocular irritant at
packed in a cardboard box including instructions
concentrations greater than
inside.
0.1%. The product does not
comply with the Regulation
(EC) No 1223/2009 on
cosmetic products.
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MICROBIOLOGICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Hair dye
The products pose a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Henna
microbiological risk due to the
NAME: 100% Prírodní barva Henna
excessive presence of
mesophilic aerobic
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Kaštan (maroon) Date
microorganisms.
of production: 03.10.2012 / date of expiration:
The products do not comply
03.10.2014
with the Cosmetic Product
Regulation.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dye (33g),
colour- maroon, packaged in red-green cardboard
box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic
EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Hair dye
The products pose a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Henna
NAME: 100% Prírodní barva Henna
mesophilic aerobic
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Tizian ( titian), Date of
microorganisms.
production: 18.03.2013 / date of expiration:
18.03.2015
Regulation.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dye (33g),
colour – titian, packaged in red-green cardboard box.
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PRODUCT: Hair dye
The products pose a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Henna
NAME: Prírodní barva na vlasy (natural powder hair
mesophilic aerobic
dye)
microorganisms.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mahagon (mahogany),
Date of production: 03.12.2012 / date of expiration:
03.12.2014
Regulation.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dye (33g) colour
– mahogany, packaged in red-grey cardboard box.
EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Hair dye
The products pose a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Khadí
NAME: Herbal Hair Colour - Black
mesophilic aerobic
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Black
microorganisms.
DESCRIPTION: A black herbal hair dye packaged in
black-grey cardboard box.
product from the
market.
Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
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PRODUCT: Hair dye
The products pose a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Khadí
NAME: Herbal Hair Colour - Light Brown
mesophilic aerobic
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Light brown
microorganisms.
DESCRIPTION: 100g of light brown herbal hair dye
packaged in light brown cardboard box.
product from the
market.
Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
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CATEGORY: Chemical products
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Voluntary
PRODUCT: Brush cleaner & thinners
The child resistant closure
KINGDOM
BRAND: Hammerite
NAME: Unknown
be opened without squeezing
the lid. Prior to first opening
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1L, 250ml
there is a ring pull in place
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measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
under the CRC which cannot
DESCRIPTION: The product is used for cleaning
be removed by a child. If liquid
is swallowed by a young child
paint brushes and thinning paint. Available in 1L &
this may cause vomiting and
250ml.
the product entering the lungs
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: The Netherlands
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pneumonia.
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CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
INJURIES, STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's jacket
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Aoles
strangulation due to the
product from the
NAME: Unknown
presence of drawstrings in the
hood, with toggles on the ends
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YM872-A
. The cord is elastic: if a child
Recall of the
pulls it, the toggles may spring
product from end
back into the eyes and face
causing injuries.
users.
DESCRIPTION: Light blue, lined and hooded jacket
for children with zip. The hood includes not fixed
elastic drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends.
The product is decorated with dark blue stripes. The
sizes are: 140, 146.
market,
standard EN 14682.
EU/HUNGARY
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Children's trousers
The products pose a risk of
BRAND: Guan Da Yuan
injuries because of the
presence of unattached
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market,
NAME: Unknown
drawstrings in the waist area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: F-117 ,
Recall of the
product from end
standard EN 14682.
users.
Model: F-118
DESCRIPTION: Trousers for sports, with unattached
drawstrings in the waistband. The product is
supplied in a transparent plastic bag. Size: 146, 152,
164, 170
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PRODUCT: Girls' trousers
measures:
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BRAND: Landl
NAME: Unknown
presence of unattached
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: LP-1526
DESCRIPTION: The pink trousers are decorated
standard EN 14682.
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
with a fish and have drawstrings in the waistband.
There are knots and metal toggles at the ends of the
drawstring. The sizes are: 140-164.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
EU/HUNGARY
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Boys' trousers
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Ature (Authentic)
injuries due to the presence of
a non-fixed drawstring in the
NAME: unknown
waist area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: RQ-1888-1
DESCRIPTION: Blue-yellow-grey-black leisure
standard EN 14682.
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
trousers with zippered pockets for boys. The
waistband of the trousers includes an unattached
drawstring with free ends. The trousers are
decorated with an inscription: "DELICATES" .
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PRODUCT: Children's clothing set
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Urchin
strangulation because of the
product from the
NAME: Kiss
presence of drawstrings with
knots in the hood. Moreover,
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: HM-302
the presence of unattached
Recall of the
drawstrings in the waist area
product from end
may cause injuries.
users.
DESCRIPTION: The set consists of a pair of trousers
and a sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The set
is intended for children from 4 to 12 years.
market,
standard EN 14682.
EU/SLOVENIA
STRANGULATION
BRAND: HONG
NAME: Unknown
hood. The product does not
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HONG HP10/50918
comply with the relevant
Voluntary
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
European standard EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: Children's jacket in violet colour,
with drawstring in the hood and with a butterfly
design on the front. For children up to six years of
age.
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BRAND: AYDA
NAME: Unknown
hood. The product does not
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AYDA, Gx 6914/50873
comply with the relevant
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
DESCRIPTION: Children's jacket in red and black
colours with drawstring in the hood. For children up
to six years of age.
EU/BULGARIA
STRANGULATION
PRODUCT: Children’s bolero
BRAND: RNS Ronis
strangulation for children due
to the presence of cords in the
NAME: Unknown
area of the neck. The product
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
14682.
DESCRIPTION: Children’s bolero intended for small
children up to 7 years of age and older children and
adolescents up to 14 years of age. It is made of
knitted fabrics in light grey and purple colours with
long sleeves. It has been supplied with functional
cords in the neck area – a ribbon that is 12 mm wide
with free ends whose length is 370-390 mm. Textile
labels attached.
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Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' skirt
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: WANEX
NAME: Unknown
presence of non-fixed cords in
the waist area. The product
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: W71 ET 2-827
from end users.
14682.
DESCRIPTION: Girls' skirt, in various colours with a
front pocket on the right and a printed pattern with
the inscription “Wnx girl”. There are drawstrings in
the waist area and a decorative string of fabric at the
side with a metal ring for adjusting the length of the
skirt.
EU/BULGARIA
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Girls' denim trousers
BRAND: Pinklay
presence of non-fixed
NAME: Unknown
Compulsory
measures: Recall
of the product
from end users.
standard EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: Girls' denim trousers, dark blue with
two pockets on the front with the pattern of a cat
sewn on the left leg and embroidered inscriptions
'UN PETIT VOYAGE, love city, the best day'. The
trousers have a functional cord with free ends
intended to be tied in the waist area.
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BURNS
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PRODUCT: Devil mask
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Smiffy's
burns: if exposed to a flame
the mask burns too fast.
NAME: Unknown
product from the
market.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 97023,
Ref. 161276
DESCRIPTION: Red and black latex devil mask
supplied in a transparent plastic bag.
EU/BULGARIA
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Children’s trousers
BRAND: CycleBand
not fixed drawstrings in the
NAME: Unknown
waist area. The product does
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CB 31459
not comply with the relevant
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Children’s trousers in green colour,
intended for small children. The trouser legs have
elastic bands at their bottom hem; the trousers have
two pockets at the front and one pocket at the back.
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CATEGORY: Protective equipment
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Compulsory
PRODUCT: Gardening gloves
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: OK
risk because it contains
NAME: Gartenhandschuhe ('Gardening glove')
Chromium VI (measured value:
14.7 mg/kg). Chromium VI is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NAN:1118749,
classified as sensitising and
FAWIS: 4256208, Sewn-on badge: … CH999/V,
may trigger allergic reactions.
0901358
with the Personal Protective
Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 4 388860 987218
product from the
market.
Equipment Directive (PPE).
DESCRIPTION: Gardening gloves, yellow cotton, red
leather.
EU/BULGARIA
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Girls’ denim trousers
BRAND: Sealy kids
functional cords in the waist
NAME: Unknown
area which are too long. The
Compulsory
measures: Recall
of the product
from end users.
EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: Girls’ denim trousers in dark blue
colour, with quilted lining in pink colour. The trousers
have been supplied with a textile functional cord with
free ends intended to be tied in the waist area. On
the front of the right trouser-leg there is an
inscription „Take a photo” embroidered using a blue,
pink, yellow and white thread as well as an appliquéd
pattern of a sports shoe.
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Midsummer Night's Dream—Peaseblossom
DEFECTS
Return the
Childrens Nighties
The mass of the garment is
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
higher than that allowed in the
garment to
Midsummer
Childrens cotton nighties.
mandatory Australian standard
Night's Dream for
for children’s nightwear. The
length alteration
fire danger warning on the
garment does not contain the
and a replacement
PB110 and PB112
flame symbol.
or refund.
Midsummer Night's Dream online and in stores.
HAZARDS
SUPPLIER
The slightly excessive mass of
the garment may increase the
Midsummer Night's Dream
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
fire warning label,
fire hazard.
http://www.midsummernightsdream.com.au
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Compulsory
PRODUCT: Ankle boots
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: MANGO
Chromium VI (measured values
NAME: Lanzac
up to 7,2mg/kg). Chromium VI
is classified as sensitising and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 13060176
product from the
market.
(cinnamon colour)
DESCRIPTION: Women's leather ankle boots,
cinnamon colour
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
PRODUCT: Ladies' shoes
BRAND: Makgio
up to 5.4 mg/kg). Chromium VI
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Season: 213 [sic];
product group: 996; order: 111000/00; size: 37
The product also contains
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
toluene.
DESCRIPTION: Brown ladies' shoes, size 37, leather
insole, heel and toecap made of shiny plastic, brown
matt plastic sides and red plastic outer sole.
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PRODUCT: Babies' shoes
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: KID
product from the
NAME: Valentin marine
7 mg/kg). Chromium VI is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Navy blue shoes, ref.
Recall of the
VALENTIN - S 13 Navy
product from end
market,
users,
Destruction of the
product.
DESCRIPTION: Low shoes with velcro strap.
EU/FRANCE
CHEMICAL
The products pose a chemical
BRAND: KID
risk because they contain
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market,
NAME: Butterfly
up to 12 mg/kg). Chromium VI
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. Butterfly - S 01
Recall of the
Brown
product from end
DESCRIPTION: Babies' shoes with butterfly and
violet rose decoration.
users,
Destruction of the
product.
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BRAND: KID
product from the
NAME: Simon
14 mg/kg). Chromium VI is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. SIMON – S 14
Recall of the
coffee
product from end
DESCRIPTION: Maroon shoes with yellow/orange
strips.
market,
users,
Destruction of the
product.
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DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Ladies' wig
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Bergmann Cityline
risk because it contains azo
NAME: Cannes
dyes releasing 4aminoazobenzene above the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Wig Cannes Colour
permitted level (measured
33R/35H
value: 250 mg/kg). The product
REACH Regulation.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Ladies’ wig, dark-brown hair with
reddish streaks, hair length approx. 15 cm; cap (net)
to which the hair is fixed consists of various medium
to dark brown textile and tissue components.
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SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES
GCSC has compiled the below sources:
PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE
The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview
reports of RAPEX notifications.
http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm
The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the
information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex
II.10 to the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the
information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.
The Rapid Alert System for food and feed (RASFF)-Notifications search page.
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/portal/
Disclaimer: The Commission cannot and does not take any responsibility for
the accuracy of the information in these weekly overviews. The information is
published as it has been received from the official contact points in the
Member States/EEA-EFTA countries. In the event that further information
received from a contact point regarding an already published notification leads
to modification or withdrawal of the information, the Commission shall
respectively include a corrigendum or a notice of withdrawal in the next
weekly overview to be published.
PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA
Recalls and Product Safety News
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerel.html
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html (US Cosmetics recalls)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
www.epa.gov/pesticides/alerts.htm (US Pesticides recalls)
PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA
http://www.recalls.gov.au/
FOR ENQUIRIES
[email protected]
http://www.sgs.com/en/Consumer-Goods-Retail/Product-Recalls.aspx
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Although every effort has been made to ensure
accuracy, SGS makes no warranty as to error,
omissions and does not accept any liability,
without limitation, for indirect or consequential
loss or damage, or any loss or damages arising
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