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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)
1– 15 JULY 2013
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
Pages 2 to 6
Audio Video and Household Appliances (1)
IT & Telecommunication (0)
Luminaries (5)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (2)
HARDGOODS
Pages 7 to 23
DIY, Tools and Hardware (1)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (32)
Sport & Leisure Goods (6)
Stationery and Office Supplies (1)
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS
Pages 24 to 32
Toys (19)
Juvenile Products (0)
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD
Pages 33 to 35
Cosmetics and Personal Care (6)
Household Care (0)
SOFTLINES
Pages 36 to 49
Textile and Clothing (14)
Shoes (11)
Bags and Accessories (0)
Jewelleries (0)
Please note that from November 2012 on, product recall notifications can be searched on line in
several countries via the Global portal on product recalls hosted by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). You can access the OECD site by using the following link.
E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Hollis DG03 Dive Computers
The dive computer, when used
stop using the
UNITS: About 1,000
with an optional integrated
recalled dive
transmitter, can malfunction
computers until
and display an incorrect tank
the unit’s
pressure reading to the diver. A
diver could unknowingly
operating system
is upgraded to
DESCRIPTION
The recall includes Hollis brand DG03 dive
computers with serial numbers 100 through 1142
that may be used with integrated transmitters that
deplete their air supply based
revision 1B.
monitor tank pressure. The round black 2-1/2 inch
on the reading, resulting in
Consumers can
diameter computer has a digital screen and is worn
drowning.
download the
upgrade from the
on the diver’s wrist like a watch. The name of the
product, Hollis DG03, is printed on the front of the
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
firm’s website or
unit and the serial number is printed on the back of
Hollis has received two reports
contact an
the unit. These computers allow scuba divers to
of dive computers
measure the time and depth of a dive. Only dive
computers with software labeled Revision 1A,
malfunctioning. No injuries
have been reported.
authorized Hollis
dealer for
assistance.
viewed on the computer’s display are included in the
recall.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
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E&E: LUMINARIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The product poses a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
electric shock because: - The
product from the
NAME: Multi function 180L rice light
wire ends soldered to the
terminals of the control unit
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
and the rice lamps are not
Recall of the
adequately protected against
product from end
pulling and twisting. - The
accessible wires have only
users.
DESCRIPTION: A lighting chain with approximately
180 miniature lamps in red, yellow, green, and blue
basic insulation and they come
colours. Packaged in a cardboard box.
into contact with sharp edges
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
of flashing switch and control
unit. In case of damage, the
Batch number/Barcode: 6 901022 235200
market,
live metal wires become
accessible. - The dimensions of
the plug are substantially less
than required therefore the
user may touch the pin of the
plug during connection.
The product does not comply
with the Low Voltage Directive
and the relevant European
standard EN 60598.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: TCC
electric shock and fire because:
- The cross-sectional area of
product from the
market,
NAME: 35 Luzes
the external and internal wires
is not sufficient and the wires
Recall of the
could overheat. - The
product from end
users.
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain in the form of a Santa
accessible basic insulated
wires can be damaged and the
Claus sleeping on the moon. It has 35 lamps.
lampholder contacts are not
Packaging is a transparent plastic bag sealed with a
reliably secured, therefore the
paper label.
live wires may become
Batch number/Barcode: 6 901055 088064
accessible. - The plastic lamp
holders are not sufficiently heat
and flame resistant.
standard EN 60598.
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E&E: LUMINARIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: LED light
The solder points are not
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Synergy21
insulated and could be touched
NAME: Unknown
by the user when replacing
lights.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 88222
Batch number/Barcode: 4038816998606
DESCRIPTION: LED light E27 Corn warm white 230
V / 8W
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
standard EN 60968.
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: LED light
The solder points are not
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Z-Light
insulated and could be touched
by the user when
NAME: Unknown
screwing/unscrewing the bulb
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 400516 G9
into/from the spotlight.
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: LED light G9 spotlight with 48 LEDs
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product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
standard EN 60968.
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E&E: LUMINARIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Decorative lamps
The lamps have exposed
immediately stop
UNITS: About 8,000
wiring at the base. This poses
using the recalled
shock and fire hazards to
decorative lights,
consumers.
unplug and return
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
them to any
Cracker Barrel Old
None reported.
Country Store® or
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves “Butterfly Clip Light” (SKU#
416593) and “Shell Clip Light” (SKU #416955) lamps
that feature a Tiffany-style stained glass shade
resembling a seashell or a multicolored butterfly. The
by mail to Angel’s
seashell lamps measure 5.5-inches tall and 1.5inches wide, and weigh around 1.5 pounds. The
Touch Collections,
2732 Teaster
butterfly lamps measure 10.5-inches tall and 7.5-
Lane, Suite 119,
inches wide, and weigh around 2 pounds. Both
Pigeon Forge, TN
lamps use a 7-watt type C bulb and have a plug-in
37868, for a full
refund, including
cord with a cord-mounted on/off thumb-switch. The
SKU number can be found on the product’s
shipping.
packaging.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Travel adaptor
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Unknown
electric shock because a
NAME: Unknown
connection can be established
between the pin of a plug in
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TA - 3 - EEC181 /
the same system as the base
042513
part and a live socket, while
DESCRIPTION: SHUKO universal plug adapter in
blister pack, the back of which indicates: SHUKO
universal plug adapter, TA-3, the CE marking and the
barcode.
the other pin is accessible.
This product does not comply
withd the relevant national
standard UNE 20315.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Cable reel
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: RUBI
electric shock because the
extension bases are missing.
NAME: EC-2 Plus
The intensity, voltage and type
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 83949 and 83991
of current in the bases are not
DESCRIPTION: Cable reel. Corresponds to
references 83991 (reel of 25 m) and 83949 (50m).
The label indicates the importer's details, the CE
marking, barcode and reference. The other label
shows the brand name and technical features.
Description of packaging: - Cardboard box showing
the brand name. A label indicates the CE marking
indicated and the maximum
load is not expressed correctly.
(LVD) and the relevant
European standard EN 61242
and the relevant national
standard UNE 20315.
and the electrical symbols.
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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
Best B —R. Beetles Multi-Purpose Adhesive Lock
DEFECTS
Please remove the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
If the top cap of the lock is not
lock and return the
The product is an adhesive door lock designed to
secured it may be removed by
item to the place
restrict access to cupboards and cabinets. This
a child.
of purchase for a
product was sold from March 2012 to January 2013.
HAZARDS
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
WQ-010 bearing the barcode 6332100410637 on the
If the top cap of the lock is
removed it may pose a choking
back of the packaging.
hazard for young children. In
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
full refund.
addition, if the lock is defeated
Discount Variety Stores
young children may gain
access to poisonous
SUPPLIER
substances and consume
Best B
them.
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.bestb.com.au
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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Barbecue grills
CHEMICAL
Re-dispatch.
Migration of chromium (1.5
mg/kg - ppm) and of
manganese (1.1 mg/kg - ppm)
from barbecue grills from
China.
No picture available.
EU/POLAND
PRODUCT: Pancakes spatulas
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: France
Migration of primary aromatic
amines (0.017) from pancakes
spatulas from France.
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Kitchen steel scissors
CHEMICAL
mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen
steel scissors from China.
EU/ITALY
EU/SPAIN
CHEMICAL
Migration of nickel (0.201 mg/
kg - ppm) from electric toaster
with steel clamps from China.
PRODUCT: Kitchenware
CHEMICAL
Missing import declaration for
kitchenware from China.
EU/NETHERLANDS
PRODUCT: Nylon tongs
CHEMICAL
amines (0.069 mg/kg - ppm)
from nylon tongs from China.
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
EU/ITALY
EU/ITALY
EU/NETHERLANDS
amines (0.017; 0.035; 0.024
mg/kg - ppm) from nylon
kitchenware (turner) from
China.
PRODUCT: Knifes
CHEMICAL
mg/kg - ppm) from knifes from
China.
PRODUCT: Kitchen scissors (for chicken meat)
CHEMICAL
mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen
scissors (for chicken meat)
from China.
PRODUCT: Baking tin for cake
CHEMICAL
Baking tin for cake from China,
via Hong Kong unfit for use as
food contact material (rust and
scratches).
PRODUCT: Plastic cups
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong
Migration of formaldehyde
(16.6 mg/kg - ppm) from plastic
cups from Hong Kong.
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Import not
authorized.
Re-dispatch.
CHEMICAL
Import not
authorized.
Re-dispatch.
PRODUCT: Nylon kitchenware (turner)
EU/ITALY
Import not
authorized.
PRODUCT: Electric toaster with steel clamps
Withdrawal
from the
market.
Placed under
customs seals.
Re-dispatch.
Import not
authorized.
Informing
recipients.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SLOVAKIA
PRODUCT: Ceramic cup
CHEMICAL
Migration of cadmium (5.44;
5.12 mg/l) and of lead (53.91;
52.25 mg/l) from ceramic cup
from China, via Poland.
Withdrawal from
the market.
PRODUCT: Plastic bowls
CHEMICAL
Improper health certificate(s)
for plastic bowls from China.
EU/ITALY
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
Import not
authorized.
CATEGORY: Decorative articles
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Ethanol burner
There are insufficient warnings
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
and markings on the product to
NAME: Mini fireplace De Afuera
warn the user against refilling
the burner with ethanol fuel
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article number
when there are flames or when
528423 3
the surfaces are still hot. The
Batch number/Barcode: EAN code 4012825842334
product from the
market.
user may not see the (small)
flames or may not be aware
DESCRIPTION: Bio-ethanol burner in a cardboard
that the surfaces are still very
box.
hot. When refilling the burner
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
in such a situation, there is a
risk that the fuel that is poured
in will ignite.
with the national standard DIN
4734-1.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Glass & Fire
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item 12486
market.
box
product from the
in will ignite. Furthermore, the
burner is unstable and can tilt.
4734-1.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Food-imitating products
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Decorative raspberries
BRAND: Arpimex Srl
choking because it has
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
NAME: Decorazioni natalizie
detachable small parts that due
to their form, appearance,
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. No.: 7160
colour and size, may be
Warning
mistaken for a foodstuff
consumers of the
(raspberries) and placed in the
mouth, especially by children.
risks.
DESCRIPTION: Decoration made of 9 pieces of red
berries resembling raspberries, on a stem with two
branches of green leaves.
market,
with the Directive 87/357/EEC
on products which, appearing
to be other than they are,
endanger the health or safety
of consumers.
EU/NORWAY
CATEGORY: Gas appliances and components
BURNS, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Gas refrigerator
The product poses a risk of fire
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Sunwind
and burns because of possible
leakage of unburned gas due to
NAME: XCD
a damaged component
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XCD-100
(damaged nut) along the gas
Batch number/Barcode: White: 7028640011432,
Black: 7028640011449
product from the
market.
circuit.
Two incidents of gas leakage
have been reported.
DESCRIPTION: Gas refrigerator of capacity 90 litres,
plus 10 litre freezer.
Directive (No 2009/142/EC) and
with the Gas Appliances
the relevant European standard
EN 732.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CZECH
CATEGORY: Food-imitating products
BURNS, CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Candles
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
REPUBLIC
BRAND: NANU - NANA
choking and burns because,
NAME: 1) VUN; 2) JAZZ
due to its characteristic form,
colour and size, it may be
mistaken for a drink. This may
Batch number/Barcode: 1)2000254052709,
2)2002218006322
DESCRIPTION: Candle in a glass that looks like
coffee: 1) with coffee beans, described inscriptions
measures.
bits of the candle put them in
their mouths and swallow
them or to drink the hot melted
wax.
The products do not comply
2)with cream, described inscriptions "Caffee Latte
on products which, appearing
any accompanying
lead children to bite off small
"Caffee Latte macchiato" "Cappucino Espresso"
macchiato" "Cappucino Espresso, Mocca"
the product and
to be other than they are,
endanger the health or safety
of consumers.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Heissner
NAME: Decofire Tobago
market.
box
product from the
4734-1.
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PRODUCT
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ADOPTED
EU/THE
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Glass & Fire
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item 37958
market.
box.
product from the
in will ignite.
4734-1.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Lambretti
NAME: Siena
DESCRIPTION: Bio-ethanol burner in cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
product from the
market.
in will ignite.
4734-1.
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PRODUCT
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ADOPTED
EU/THE
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Gardenflame
NAME: Unknown
market.
box.
product from the
4734-1.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Heuts Handel
NAME: Bio Brander
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FN 010414 FP -007T
market.
box.
product from the
in will ignite.
4734-1.
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PRODUCT
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MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/THE
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Gardenflame
NAME: Tablelounge
market.
box.
product from the
in will ignite.
4734-1.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Gusta
NAME: Cheminée de Table Design
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 19.129
market.
box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
product from the
in will ignite.
4734-1.
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PRODUCT
DANGER
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ADOPTED
EU/THE
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: TischKamin
NAME: Bioethanol Nicht Inbegriffen
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.nr. 528453
market.
box.
product from the
4734-1.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Kamin
NAME: Tisch Feuer
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KM 22525 (productie
nummer 13090007287)
product from the
market.
box.
4734-1.
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PRODUCT
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ADOPTED
EU/THE
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Ruby Fires
NAME: Unknown
market.
box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
product from the
in will ignite.
4734-1.
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
BURNS, FIRE
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Riverdale
NAME: Flavourbowl
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 360400
market.
box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
product from the
in will ignite.
4734-1.
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PRODUCT
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ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Thermos flask
The product poses a chemical
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: La Bolata
risk because of the presence of
NAME: Unknown
asbestos fibres in the
separators of the double glass
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 104904
wall of the thermos flask. The
product from the
market.
product does not comply with
the REACH Regulation.
DESCRIPTION: Thermos flask with a cup as the
stopper and handle. Packaged in a cardboard box
showing the picture of a thermos flask and various
adhesive labels.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Bermond Fabric Manager's Chairs
immediately stop
UNITS: About 3,350
The base of the chair can
break, posing a fall hazard.
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The office chairs with unpadded arms have a five-
Staples has received 41 reports
wheel base and come in two colors: gray and
burgundy. A tag on the bottom of the seat cushion
of the chairs’ base breaking,
instructions on
returning the
including three from
chairs for a full
has the SKU and item numbers printed on it: the gray
consumers who reported
refund. Staples is
SKU is 924204 with item number 21084; and the
falling out of the chairs with
contacting all
burgundy SKU is 924203 with item number 21083.
one receiving a scratched leg
and bump to the back of the
known customers
head.
this information.
IMPORTER
Staples the Office Superstore LLC, of Framingham,
using the chairs
and contact the
firm for
directly to provide
Mass.
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PRODUCT
DANGER
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ADOPTED
EU/SWEDEN
CATEGORY: Toys
ENVIRONMENT
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Replaceable wall decorative stickers
The product poses an
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Home Deco
environmental risk (chemical
NAME: Replaceable Wall Deco Cars
pollution) because the plastic in
the stickers contains 1.8%
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item nr. 69331
short chain chlorinated paraffin
Batch number/Barcode: EAN:8714143693310
DESCRIPTION: Three stickers for wall decoration
with Cars Motifs.
product from the
market.
(SCCP).
with the Commission
Regulation 519/2012 on
persistent organic pollutants
(POP Regulation).
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
NOTIFYING
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PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/THE
CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Bicycle, Bicycle frame
The front and rear brake plates
measures: Recall
of the product
NETHERLAND
BRAND: Cannondale
NAME: Slice RS
may be loose or improperly
bonded. This could lead to
failure of the brakes.
from end users.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2013 model year.
Bicycle model code, product C13RMSOD Slice RS,
Black Edition C13RMSID Slice RS, Ultegra Di2
C13RMS3D Slice RS, Ultegra Slice RS framesets
DESCRIPTION: Triathlon/time trial bicycles and
bicycle frames.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Chile
No pictures are available
AUSTRALIA
J & M Dixon—X1 Moto XR-205 Motorcycle Helmet
DEFECTS
Consumers should
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The helmets do not meet
performance requirements that
immediately stop
using the helmets
are outlined in the
and contact
Open-face skull cap motorcycle helmet.
Australian/New Zealand
supplier to
Helmets are stamped with manufacture dates.
Standard AS/NZS1698:2006
organise for a
September 2012 and January 2013
HAZARDS
There is a possibility that the
further
J & M Dixon via eBay
helmets may not provide
information,
SUPPLIER
adequate protection to the
wearer in the event of an
please email
accident and may increase the
com.
J & M Dixon
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
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refund or
replacement. For
mxsone@bigpond.
risk of death or serious injury to
the wearer.
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AUSTRALIA
Easton Technical Products, Inc.—Easton Axis Arrows
DEFECTS
Consumers with
and Arrow Shafts
Some arrow shafts in the
products matching
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
affected batches did not
the batch numbers
The Easton Axis arrow is a carbon composite arrow
comply with Easton's
should immediately
that is used for bow hunting. Additional use may
quality assurance standards.
stop using the arrow
include target archery. This recall relates to a limited
HAZARDS
number of Easton Axis Arrows produced in four sizes
shafts and return the
product contact
If an arrow breaks while
and in four batches in February and March 2013. It
Easton through their
being fired or when it hits a
does not relate to any other Axis Arrows or any other
website
target, it can result in
arrows made by Easton.
(www.eastonarchery.
com or
injuries to the archer or
other persons in the vicinity.
www.axisrecall.com)
There are four sizes of arrows with differing batch
The types of injuries may
or email
numbers to identify the affected batches.
range from scratches and
([email protected]
Size 300 Batch No: 13169686
bruises, to penetration
wounds to the hand, arm, or
om) to arrange for
return of the product
face.
to Pat’s Archery
(regardless of
whether they
purchased the
Pat’s Archery
Highland Archery Suppliers (it is not definite that this
supplier had any arrows or arrow shafts from the
affected batches)
SUPPLIER
products from Pat’s
Archery or Highland
Archery Suppliers).
Alternatively,
consumers can
contact Pats Archery
Easton Technical Products, Inc.
directly at 15 Grantley
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
Avenue, Victor
http://www.eastonarchery.com
Harbour SA 5211, or
contact Pats Archery
on (08) 8552 6722 to
arrange the return
and replacement.
Easton will replace
the product with a
similar product at no
charge to consumers,
and Easton will cover
all shipping expenses.
Further, Easton will
provide consumers
one additional arrow
for each six affected
arrows returned as an
incentive and to
compensate for any
inconvenience.
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Cycling Sports Group—Cannondale Slice RS
DEFECTS
Cycling Sports Group
Competition Time Trial Bicycle
On some units the adhesive
is just beginning the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
used to attach the brake
process of
The products are 2013 model year Cannondale brand
plates to the forks has been
investigation, working
Slice RS model triathlon/time trial bicycles.
omitted. Where this has
with the vendor on a
occurred the brake plates
are only attached to the
plan for rectification.
C13RMSOD Slice RS, Black Edition
frame with a pair of rivets.
C13RMSID Slice RS, Ultegra Di2
HAZARDS
C13RMS3D Slice RS, Ultegra
C13ARMFS Slice RS framesets
If the bicycle has the defect
it may cause a brake system
failure. In the worst case
Cannondale bicycle retailers
SUPPLIER
scenario this may lead to a
bicycle accident resulting in
a serious injury or death.
Cycling Sports Group
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.cyclingsportsgroup.com
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Outdoor Solutions Hammock with Sunshade
The seam in the lounge of
the hammock can open and
immediately stop
using the hammock,
rip, posing a fall hazard.
dissemble it and
UNITS: About 700
DESCRIPTION
The Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade is a
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
stand-alone, light-brown canvas hammock that sits
inside a steel and plastic frame. It has a detachable
The firm received two
reports of seams tearing.
sunshade affixed to the hammock. The product was
Bruising and discomfort
sold in a light brown canvas bag with handles. A tag
were reported in one
affixed to the outside of the canvas bag includes the
product name, model number 147184 and UPC
incident.
contact H-E-B for a
full refund.
number 4122088609.
IMPORTER
HEB Grocery Company LLC, of San Antonio, Texas
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CATEGORY: Protective equipment
DROWNING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Babies' swim vest
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Heatons
drowning, because it does not
NAME: Unknown
keep children afloat. Two
incidents reported. Moreover,
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 07620078
it contains inadequate
DESCRIPTION: Yellow swim vest for babies.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong
from end users.
warnings in the instructions for
users.
for personal protective
equipment and the relevant
European standard EN 131381.
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EU/THE
CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Glue
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLAND
BRAND: Difra Distribution
risk because it contains 49.2%
NAME: Super Glue
by weight of chloroform, above
the permitted levels.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 03724
with the REACH Regulation.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Glue tube packed in 3 pieces in
black colour with white cap. The product is sold in a
cardboard sheet, surrounded by a transparent plastic
cover. Instructions both on product and package are
written in French.
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EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Doll
The doll’s head contains bis (2-
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Fashian
ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) at
a concentration of 33.2%.
market.
NAME: Lovely Girl
According to the REACH
Regulation the phthalates
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
DESCRIPTION: Doll with thin textile dresses (black,
white, orange). Packaging: coloured cardboard with
transparent plastic panel.
product from the
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/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Rattle set
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Beilexing
choking because it contains
detachable small parts that can
NAME: Learning fun
be swallowed by small
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 194 - 34686 C / RDOS
children.
DESCRIPTION: The product contains 8 pieces and is
sold in a cardboard box with a display window.The
packaging contains contradictory information
with the Toy Safety Directive
standard EN 71-1.
because it indicates that the product is suitable for
children over the age of 6 months, yet also bears the
age-restriction symbol for children under the age of
3.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Toy trumpet
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Franga Toys
choking because the small
NAME: Unknown
mouthpiece can easily detach
and be swallowed by small
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item no. 211
children.
DESCRIPTION: Gold-coloured trumpet with a red
decoration in the centre. The packaging is a plastic
bag.
product from the
market.
Standard EN 71-1.
EU/ITALY
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy tractor
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Motorama
risk because it contains up to
17% by weight of di(2-
NAME: New Holland Agriculture
ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item code T7040
According to REACH
Regulation, phthalates DEHP,
DESCRIPTION: Three-colour toy tractor reproducing
original branding of New Holland Agriculture tractors,
cardboard packaging with clear window at the front,
warning message on label.
EU/LITHUANIA
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
DBP and BBP are prohibited in
all toys and childcare articles,
while phthalates DINP, DIDP
and DNOP are prohibited when
the toy or childcare article can
be placed in the mouth by
children.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Expanding toy - Bird egg
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Unknown
choking because small parts of
NAME: Growing Bird - Hatching Egg
the expanding material of the
bird can easily detach and be
swallowed by small children.
DESCRIPTION: The extensible toy is inside a cream
coloured egg, sold in transparent plastic packaging
with a coloured label.
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
standard EN 71-1.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy shooting set
measures: Ban on
the marketing of the
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Special Forces
cups can easily detach and be
In addition, the product poses
kinetic energy of the arrow
shot is too high, exceeding
and a bow with projectiles and suction cups.The
the permitted levels.
packaging.
product and any
accompanying
measures.
a risk of injuries because the
DESCRIPTION: The product consists of a toy rifle
product is sold in plastic, multi-coloured cardboard
EU/SWEDEN
choking because the suction
standard EN 71-1.
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Voluntary measures:
PRODUCT: Strong magnet toy
Withdrawal of the
product from the
BRAND: Robetoy AB
injuries because the magnets
have a magnetic flux index
market,
NAME: Rattlers - The Powerful Magnets
higher than the permitted
Destruction of the
level and they could cause
product.
Batch number/Barcode: Batch: 20111028,
intestinal perforation and
blockage if swallowed by a
Barcode: 7300009505531
child.
DESCRIPTION: Two strong, ellipsoidal magnets
presented in a blister on green card. The package
contains instructions for use, age warning and the
and with the relevant
name of the importer on the backside.
European standard EN 71-1.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy gun set
measures: Ban on
BRAND: Can Liang Toys
choking becasue the small
NAME: Super Powerful Police
suction cup can easily detach
from the projectile and be
DESCRIPTION: Toy gun set sold in a plastic and
multi-coloured cardboard packaging.
product and any
accompanying
measures.
standard EN 71-1.
EU/SWEDEN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL, ENVIRONMENT
PRODUCT: Plastic bath toy
1) The product poses a chemical
BRAND: New Toys
risk because the orange fish
contains up to 2.5% di-2-
NAME: Mini Series Toys
ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP).
The fish also contain up to 29 %
Batch number/Barcode: 101G436252
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
product and any
accompanying
measures.
diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP).
According to the REACH
DESCRIPTION: The product contains six plastic
Regulation, the phthalates
fishes, two blue, two orange and two yellow. The
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
fishes are sold in a plastic bag.
prohibited in all toys and
placed in the mouth by children.
2) The product poses an
pollution) because the fish
contains up to 7.1% short chain
chlorinated paraffin (SCCP). The
the Commission Regulation
519/2012 on persistent organic
pollutants (POP Regulation). The
product poses an environmental
risk (chemical pollution)
because the PVC packaging
contains up to 425 mg/kg of
cadmium. The product does not
comply with the REACH
Regulation 1907/2006.
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CATEGORY: Toys
Voluntary measures:
PRODUCT: Doll with accessories
1) The product poses a chemical
Withdrawal of the
product from the
BRAND: Best Baby Toys
risk because the plastic in the
NAME: Baby & Bathtub
doll's head contains up to 40%
di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.nr. 28.2466
(DEHP). The plastic also
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 7320342824663
contains up to 0.36% diisobutyl
DESCRIPTION: A baby doll made of soft plastic in
phthalate (DIBP) and up to
0.16% dibutyl phthalate (DBP).
a blue bathtub made of hard plastic.
The purple plastic in the shower
market.
hose contains up to 3.1%
DEHP and 45% DBP. According
to the REACH Regulation, the
phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP
are prohibited in all toys and
placed in the mouth by children.
2) The product poses an
pollution) because the purple
plastic in the shower hose
contains up to 1.5% short chain
chlorinated paraffin (SCCP). The
the Commission Regulation
519/2012 on persistent organic
pollutants (POP Regulation).
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Pull-along toy
The cord of the toy, which is
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Aguila de Oro Toys
made of individual threads,
easily unravels and as a result
NAME: Unknown
becomes longer, exceeding the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HXB007 / 0
permitted length and easing the
DESCRIPTION: Wooden pull-along figurine in the
shape of a snail with a cord with free end. The
product is packed in a plastic bag with an adhesive
label bearing information on importer’s details, CE
marking, barcode, country of origin and age
restriction symbol.
formation of knots, which could
pose a risk of strangulation to
small children.
and with the relevant European
standard EN 71-1.
No pictures are available
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Push-along toy
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Toinsa
choking because it can easily
NAME: Unknown
break, releasing small parts that
can be swallowed by children.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 29-2601
DESCRIPTION: A push-along toy of a motorcyclist
on a motorcycle with all-terrain wheels and a
standard EN 71-1.
plastic handle to push it. The product is sold in a
plastic transparent bag and a coloured label with
the word "Toys".
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy drum
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Rama Tritton
choking because it contains
detachable small parts that can
NAME: Tambur musical
be swallowed by small children.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 90406
DESCRIPTION: The toy drum is sold in a
transparent plastic bag bearing a label indicating
standard EN 71-1.
the importer's and manufacturer's details.
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
PRODUCT: Toy gun
BRAND: Unknown
choking because the suction
NAME: Dart Gun
cups can be easily removed
from the projectiles and could
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1202A
be put in the mouth and block
DESCRIPTION: The product is a large plastic toy
gun with six foam darts with suction cup ends. The
product is packed in a cardboard box open to the
front.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the
product from end
users.
the airways.
and with the relevant European
standard EN 71.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL, CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy gadget
measures: Ban on
REPUBLIC
BRAND: Unknown
choking and a chemical risk
NAME: Shining fingers " Svítící Marťanprsty"
because the button cell
compartment can be easily
opened without using a tool and
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8595165269147
DESCRIPTION: Plastic toy lamp supplied as a gift
in a box of a nutritional supplement named
measures.
become accessible to children.
The plastic shell can also easily
break giving access to the
button batteries, the LED lamp
plastic lamp with a switch, available in four
and other plastic parts which
can be put in the mouth and
be fitted with a silicone tape to the fingers. Inside
accompanying
the button cells may then
"Marťánci". The toy consists of a small transparent
different colours - red, blue, white and green;
dimensions approx. 4 x 1.5 x 1.5 cm. The lamp can
product and any
One incident reported.
each lamp there are 3 button batteries that are not
accessible or replaceable; it is a product for single
use. The toy lamps are packed in a clear plastic bag
with no indication of the manufacturer, importer or
supplier (distributor), and are provided with the
standards EN71-1 and EN
nutritional supplement in a cardboard box together
with a leaflet. The leaflet and the box have the
62115.
warning that the product is not suitable for children
under 3 years of age and show the age restriction
symbol.
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters
The rechargeable battery inside
UNITS: About 6,500 in the U.S. and 900 in Canada
the helicopters can overheat,
immediately stop
using the remote-
posing fire and burn hazards to
controlled helicopter
consumers or nearby items.
and return all
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio
Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer
and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
components to a
Toys R Us store for
Toys R Us has received 11
a full refund or store
number is printed on the front of the product
reports worldwide of the
credit.
packaging and on the underside of the helicopter.
rechargeable battery
The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white,
overheating. No injuries have
been reported.
approximately 9-inches high and have the Fast
Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were
sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger
and a carrying case.
IMPORTER
Toys R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.
AUSTRALIA
Target Australia Pty Ltd—Young Ones Pull Along
DEFECTS
Immediate cease
Wooden Activity Walker
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The toy may liberate small parts
during use as it does not
using the product
and return it to any
Activity toy for children in the 24+ month age
comply with the mandatory
Target or Target
group
safety standard for toys for
Country store for a
children up to and including 36
months of age (Australian
full refund.
Keycode 5357 1533
Standard AS/NZS ISO
8124.1:2003, as amended by
Target and Target Country stores
the regulation).
SUPPLIER
HAZARDS
Target Australia Pty Ltd
The plastic plugs, if removed,
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
may pose a potential choking
hazard to young children.
http://www.target.com.au
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SIDS and Kids—Wild and Silly Plush Toy
DEFECTS
Consumers should
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The toys may liberate small
discontinue use of
10cm high "Wild and Silly" plush toy designs. The
parts during use as they do not
the plush toys
designs affected by the recall include the elephant,
comply with the mandatory
immediately.
lion and monkey characters.
safety standard for toys for
Consumers should
children up to and including 36
months of age (Australian
return the goods to
the place of
No other Red Nose Day products are affected by
this recall.
Standard AS/NZS ISO
purchase or contact
8124.1:2003, as amended by
SIDS and Kids
The barcode number 9321262001026 is the same
the regulation).
for all three plush toys.
HAZARDS
Australia on a 1300
367 528, visit
Small parts may present a
om.au/plush or
BIG W, Target, Best and Less, Sam's Warehouse,
choking hazard to infants.
email
registrant@sidsandki
Crazy Clarks, News Extra, Nexta, Supercheap
Auto, Amart Sports, Rebel, Dick Smith, Spotlight,
Clark Rubber, News Xpress, Terry White
www.rednoseday.c
ds.org to find out
more information
Pharmacy, Pharmacists Advice and Soul Pattinson
Pharmacies.
about the product
and how to obtain a
SUPPLIER
refund.
SIDS and Kids
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.sidsandkids.org
AUSTRALIA
Toys R Us—Fast Lane FA-005 Radio-Control 3-
DEFECTS
Customers should
Channel Helicopter
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The rechargeable battery may
overheat while charging.
cease using the
product immediately
Fast Lane FA-005 radio-control 3-channel
HAZARDS
helicopter with gyro stabilizer and charger
Overheating of the battery may
of purchase for a full
pose a fire and burn hazard.
refund. Consumers
and are asked to
return it to the place
SKN 256498
may contact Toys
“R” Us if they have
Toys R Us
any questions in
regard to the recall
SUPPLIER
or require any
Toys R Us
further information
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
on 1300 869 77 87.
No
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CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Skin-lightening product
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Orient Pearl
risk because it contains a
NAME: Whitening pearl beauty & spot removing
mercury compound (12000
mg/kg) as skin whitening
suite
substance.
with the Cosmetics Directive
DESCRIPTION: Skin-lightening product in pink and
product from the
market.
76/768/EEC.
white cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Body paint powder
The product poses a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Paint Glow Products
microbiological risk because it
is contaminated by
NAME: Neon Body Paint
Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a
pathogenic organism. The level
Batch number/Barcode: Batch 1: 000002 ,
Batch 2: 000003,
Barcode: 5036567 022044
DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle of 200 ml, containing
body paint powder in 6 different glowing colours.
product from the
market.
of pseudomonas aeruginosa
detected is 15000 cfu/g, above
the guidance value (1000
cfu/g).
76/768/EEC.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
EU/NORMAY
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: CPHL - Seven Herbal
NAME: Wrinkle De Crease
mercury compound (820mg/kg)
as a skin-lightening substance.
DESCRIPTION: The anti-aging cream is sold in a
product from the
market.
76/768/EEC.
green cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Pakistan
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CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: E`Yôuth
NAME: Unknown
mercury compound
(2000mg/kg) as a skin-
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: QB/T 1857-2004
lightening substance.
DESCRIPTION: The whitening spot-removing and
cleansing set contains two products in red plastic
product from the
market.
76/768/EEC.
tube, packaged in a cardboard box.
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Hair dye
The product contains 0.9+/-0.5
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Black Rose
% p-Phenylendiamine (PPD)
which is not permitted in non-
NAME: Kali Mehaudi
oxidative hair dyes.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BNO 3255, MFD
07/2012 Exp. DT 06/2015
with the Cosmetics Directive.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Hair dye. Box containing 5 sealed
bags each 10 g.
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CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Tattoo Ink
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Eternal
risk because it contains azo
NAME: Tangerine - Lime Green - Old Orchid
dyes releasing aromatic amine
o-toluidine and 5-nitro-o-
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Tangerine: Lot
toluidine classified as
07/19/12 Lime Green: Lot 01/03/13 Old Orchid: lot
carcinogenic, mutagenic, toxic
12/07/12
and sensitising.
According to the Council of
Europe Resolution ResAP
DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle (30 ml) in red, black
and green colours with yellow label and black top.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
(2008)1 on requirements and
criteria for the safety of tattoos
and permanent make-up' otoluidine and 5-nitro-o-toluidine
should not be present in tattoo
ink.
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EU/UNITED
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
STRANGULATION
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Children's clothing set
measures: Recall
of the product
KINGDOM
BRAND: Next
strangulation due to the
presence of cords in the hood.
from end users.
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AD/191
with the relevant European
standard EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: Children's clothing set in a clear
plastic bag. Hooded garment top has wording “NextAuth 27 League Athletic Dept.” on front. Garment
states on inside the age ranges 2-3 up 7-8. The label
inside the garment states “Next – made in India”.
THE PRODUCT IS OR MAY BE COUNTERFEIT
EU/SPAIN
CHOKING
PRODUCT: Babies' clothing sets
The products pose a risk of
BRAND: 1.MOMO STAR 2.SWEET KATTY
choking because they contain
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
small parts (the decorations in
NAME: Unknown
the chest area of the top and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1.MS8120 2. MS8132
on the trousers ) that may
and MS8127
easily detach and be
DESCRIPTION: 1.Ref.MS8120 -a baby t-shirt, with an
image of little bear with small beads and pearls on
the front. The item is labelled with the model and
size. 2.Ref. MS8127- top and trouser set. Both the
The products do not comply
with the relevant national
standard UNE 40902.
top, showing “Holly Star” and the trousers have
decorations that come off. The garment comes in a
plastic bag. Ref. MS 8132- top and trouser set. Both
the top and the trousers have decorations that come
off. The garment comes in a plastic bag.
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Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Yingyu Fashion
NAME: Unknown
presence of halter neck-style
cords with free ends in the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item № А12-28
neck area. The product poses a
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in pink decorated with
multicoloured frills. The top part has cords in the neck
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
risk of injuries due to the
presence of functional cords
that are to be tied at the back.
and at the back which have free ends. The bottom
part has a multicoloured frill on the right side and
standard EN 14682.
functional cords.
EU/BULGARIA
PRODUCT: Girl's bikini
BRAND: MAKEYU Swimwear
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item № 1222
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in yellow with a
decorative pattern on the top. The top part has cords
in the neck area and at the back part which have free
ends. The bottom part has yellow functional cords on
both sides.
standard EN 14682.
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Compulsory
PRODUCT: Boys' swimming shorts
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: NaiLang
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No 935
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Boys’ swimming shorts supplied
with cords in the waist area. The swimming
costumes have different sizes and are intended for
children aged 7-14. They are available in different
colours and have printed patterns of cars.
standard EN 14682.
EU/BULGARIA
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Girls' dress
BRAND: Wonderkids
injuries due to the presence of
functional cords in the shoulder
NAME: Unknown
area with free ends that are
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: WK637S_WHT-BEY
intended to be tied. The
DESCRIPTION: Girls' white dress, supplied with
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
the relevant European standard
EN 14682.
shoulder straps, made of the same material as the
dress, in two parts. The product is supplied with a
flowered hair band sold in the same packaging. The
dress has an inner textile label with information
about the country of origin, brand and age.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
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INJURIES
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: NaiLang
injuries due to the presence of
NAME: Unknown
functional cords that are to be
tied at the back. The product
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item № 4091
does not comply with the
product from the
market.
relevant European standard EN
14682.
DESCRIPTION: Girls’ bikini in orange,yellow and
green. The top has been supplied with cords with
free ends in the back area. On the front part of the
top there are also two decorative green cords. The
bottom part has decorative frills and an orange ribbon
on the front. The product is supplied in different sizes
(4/6 and 7/14).
EU/BULGARIA
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' dress
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Yes! Do
NAME: Unknown
with free ends, which are
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. KL233
intended to be tied at the back
DESCRIPTION: Denim and multicoloured dress,
with functional cords attached to the front of the
dress that are intended to be tied at the back of the
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
of the neck.
standard EN 14682.
neck. The dresses are intended for children up to 7
years of age and for older children aged 7-14. There is
a textile label with information about composition,
brand, treatment and maintenance symbols and size.
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EU/SWEDEN
CATEGORY: Toys
ENVIRONMENT
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fancy dress costume
The product poses an
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Annoying Orange
NAME: Midget Apple
the packaging contains up to
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 68847, PO/Lot 42079
308 mg/kg of cadmium.
DESCRIPTION: An apple fancy dress costume with
a sweater and a hat in red textile. The packaging is
product from the
market.
with the REACH Regulation
1907/2006.
made of transparent plastic.
EU/BULGARIA
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Rosso Kids
strangulation and injuries
because of the presence of
NAME: Unknown
functional cords with free ends
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XS 0961
and knots in the neck, back and
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in a combination of
cyclamen and yellow colours, intended for small
children aged 5-6 years. The top of the swimming
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
waist areas.
standard EN 14682.
costume has been supplied with functional cords
with free ends to be tied in the neck area and at the
back. There are decorative, textile flowers attached to
the cords. The bikini bottom has been supplied with
functional cords with free ends to be tied in the
waist area, whose length is over 140 mm, with knots
at the ends. Size 5/6.
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EU/BULGARIA
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: ROSSO KIDS
NAME: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls’ bikini (according to the label
intended for small children aged 5-6 years) in pink,
yellow and green colours, consisting of a skirt
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
waist areas.
standard EN 14682.
supplied with functional cords to be tied in the waist
area whose ends are longer than 14 cm and have
knots. The top of the swimming costume has been
supplied with functional cords with free ends that
have knots and are to be tied in the neck and at the
back. The bottom part has been supplied with
functional cords with free ends to be tied in the
waist area, whose length is over 140 mm, with knots
at the end.
EU/HUNGARY
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' sweatshirt
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Arino
choking because the
decorative elements
product from the
market,
NAME: Unknown
(rhinestones and half beads) of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZF-1247
the sweatshirt may be easily
Recall of the
detached and swallowed by
product from end
small children.
users.
Batch number/Barcode: 2 010040282869
DESCRIPTION: Children’s pink sweatshirt with
hood, zip-fastener and kangaroo pocket. The product
is decorated with an inscription: „telephone girl
loves" and an illustration of a telephone. The
telephone is decorated with glued rhinestones and
half beads. Size: 98-104
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EU/SWEDEN
CATEGORY: Toys
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fancy dress costume
1) The product poses a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
chemical risk because the
NAME: Utklaedningssaet/Kostym (Police costume)
plastic in the pocket contains
up to 2.3% di-2-ethylhexyl
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NA
phthalate (DEHP). According to
product from the
market.
the REACH Regulation, the
DESCRIPTION: A police fancy dress costume with a
phthalates DEHP, DBP and
BBP are prohibited in all toys
blue jacket with transparent plastic pockets and an
and childcare articles, while
electric toy walkie-talkie.
placed in the mouth by
children. 2) - The product poses
an environmental risk (chemical
the pocket contains up to 5.7%
short chain chlorinated paraffin
(SCCP). The product does not
comply with the Commission
Regulation 519/2012 on
persistent organic pollutants
(POP Regulation). - The product
poses an environmental risk
(chemical pollution) because
the solder in the walkie talkie
contains up to 54.6% lead. The
the Commission Directive
2011/65/EU on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and
electronic equipment (RoHS 2
Directive).
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EU/BULGARIA
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: ROSSO KIDS
NAME: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in pink and cyclamen
colours, intended for small children aged 3-6 years.
The top of the swimming costume has been
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
waist area.
standard EN 14682.
supplied with functional cords with free ends to be
tied in the neck area and also functional cords with
free ends to be tied at the back. The bottom has
been supplied with functional cords with free ends to
be tied in the waist area, whose length is over 140
mm, with knots at the end. The functional cords and
drawstrings have knots at the ends and threaded
plastic balls. Size 3/4, Size 5/6.
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EU/SPAIN
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children’s sandals
The products pose a risk of
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: PRIMARK
choking because the stiff
NAME: Unknown
decorations on the middle part
of the sandals detach easily
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref.: 325714,
and can be put in the mouth
3257322, 3257381 and 3257391
and swallowed by small
children.
DESCRIPTION: Children's rubber sandals in sizes 21
and 23 packaged in cardboard boxes. They are
adorned with various different items (butterflies,
flowers and seahorses) and bear a label containing
the brand name and reference number.
EU/SPAIN
CHOKING
PRODUCT: Children’s clogs
BRAND: SUNWAY
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border
generate small parts, which
NAME: Unknown
can be put in the mouth of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 915
small children, get stuck and
block the airways flow.
DESCRIPTION: Children’s clogs with plastic sole and
upper (sizes 19 - 23, model 915). They are labelled
with the details of the importer, the barcode, the
model and the composition. Description of
packaging: plastic bag.
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EU/BULGARIA
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls’ shoes
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: abcdefghij
NAME: Unknown
generate small parts, which
can be put in the mouth of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: № BH-058
small children, get stuck and
product from the
market.
block the airways flow.
DESCRIPTION: Sandals for small children made of
rubber material, in various colours, with a flower
attached to the upper, an open heel, a strap around
the ankle with the inscription "abcdefghij" on it and
the marking BH-058 on the sole. No label containing
information in Bulgarian.
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Ladies' shoes
The material used for the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Blue Motion
uppers of the shoes contains
chromium (VI) (measured level
NAME: D – Moccassins model 3
5.2 mg/kg) which may trigger
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No: 33308;
allergic reactions.
EAN: 23215061
with the relevant national
DESCRIPTION: Women's shoes with a light-brown
product from the
market.
regulations.
suede upper and a plastic sole.
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ADOPTED
EU/BULGARIA
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children’s shoes
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: HYD-585
choking because small
NAME: Unknown
decorative elements can be
easily detached and may be
swallowed by children.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Children’s shoes made of PVC
material, with an inscription on the sole (HYD-585)
and a printed pattern. On the sole there is a picture
of a caterpillar. The shoes have a movable strap
passing above the ankle and the heel. On the shoes'
upper there are two eyes and tentacles. Available in
various colours and sizes up to 25.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Romania
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
PRODUCT: Ladies’ shoes
BRAND: JUMEX
risk because the leather (the
insole and the lining) contains
NAME: Unknown
up to 96.1 mg/kg of Chromium
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref.: ZS 991-7
(VI). Chromium (VI) is classified
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
as sensitising and may trigger
allergic reactions.
DESCRIPTION: Fluorescent pink ballerina shoes
decorated with bows; shoebox: black lid, remainder
white cardboard.
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PRODUCT
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ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: JUMEX
risk because the insole
NAME: Unknown
contains 42.6 mg/kg of
Chromium (VI). Chromium (VI)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HP 8976
is classified as sensitising and
product from the
market.
may trigger allergic reactions.
DESCRIPTION: Typical flat, black moccasin.
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Jumex
risk because it contains 170
mg/kg of Chromium (VI) in the
product from the
market.
NAME: Unknown
leather of the insole.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Style No HP3829,
Chromium (VI) is classified as
Compulsory
Colour: Cold/Gold, 200016690
sensitising and may trigger
measures: Ban on
allergic reactions.
the marketing of
the product and
DESCRIPTION: Pair of ladies' shoes with beige heel
any accompanying
of approx. 8cm, pale brown sole, beige shiny fabric
measures.
upper with silver decorative buckle set with
transparent gems; insole in pale brown leather. The
shoebox is white with black lid.
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ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: JUMEX
risk because the leather used
NAME: Unknown
for the insole contains 69.5
mg/k of Chromium (VI).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Style No HP528-1,
Colour CORAL
product from the
market.
allergic reactions.
DESCRIPTION: Coral-coloured pumps with high
heels; sock made of light brown leather.
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Lucky shoes
risk because the leather used
for the insole contains 106
NAME: Unknown
mg/kg of Chromium (VI).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 3-8 Red
product from the
market.
allergic reactions.
DESCRIPTION: A pair of red ladies’ ballerina shoes,
with leather insoles.
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ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Jumex
risk because it contains 11
product from the
NAME: Unknown
mg/kg of Chromium (VI) in the
leather of the insole.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Style No P-12 Model
Compulsory
200001917
measures: Ban on
allergic reactions.
the marketing of
the product and
market.
DESCRIPTION: Black mocassin-like shoe with ribbon
any accompanying
on the front and white stitching; insole made of silver
measures.
metallic leather, brown bumps on the sole. The
product is sold in white boxes.
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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)-Weekly overview reports
of RASFF notifications.
http://ec.europa.eu/food/food/rapidalert/index_en.htm
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
© 2013 SGS SA. All rights reserved. SGS’s
services including compilation(s) of data into this
Factsheet are based on publicly available sources
as of the date stated herein for which SGS bears
no responsibility. 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
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