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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 – 30 JUNE 2015
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
Pages 2 to 9
Audio Video and Household Appliances (12)
IT & Telecommunication (0)
Luminaires (2)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (2)
HARDGOODS
Pages 10 to 17
DIY, Tools and Hardware (15)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (5)
Sport & Leisure Goods (9)
Stationery and Office Supplies (2)
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS
Pages 18 to 26
Toys (14)
Juvenile Products (4)
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD
Page 27
Cosmetics and Personal Care (0)
Household Care (1)
SOFTLINES
Pages 28 to 36
Textile and Clothing (13)
Shoes (0)
Bags and Accessories (1)
Jewelleries (4)
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
EU/THE
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Electric heater
The product contains and may
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Eurom
release friable chrysotil-
NAME: Unknown
asbestos fibres. Asbestos
fibres are carcinogenic.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: QH 804
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
with the REACH Regulation.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Small electric room heater made of
plastic with a metal grill and ceramic heating units.
The product is supplied in a cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
FIRE
PRODUCT: Food waste disposer
If the disposer unit is not
BRAND: InSinkErator / Teka
Voluntary
measures: Other.
installed correctly or if the air
switch is damaged, contact
NAME: Insinkerator
with water of the micro switch
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: InSinkErator: 45+A/S,
can cause surface arc tracking
50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, Vogue, Vogue Upgrade, Reuge,
that can ignite the plastic base
Reuge Upgrade., Teka: TR50.3+
of the disposer and cause a
DESCRIPTION: Sink waste disposal unit. The
disposer is turned on and off with air pressure via a
sink-mounted button. This button is connected to the
air switch activator assembly which is located on the
bottom of the disposer. Affected products are those
fire.
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European Standard EN
60335.
activated with an air switch, while the units activated
with a wall switch are not affected. The products
were sold between November 2012 and January
2015 (Manufacture date codes: N12, N13, N14,
N1501, N1502, N1503).
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CZECH
FIRE
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Voice monitor
The product is not resistant to
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
REPUBLIC
BRAND: Monitor
random power surges in the
NAME: Unknown
electrical circuit and can cause
fire.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: X-901
Batch number/Barcode: 000052 , 000097
DESCRIPTION: Long-range voice monitor in the
shape of a car key with charger.
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
relevant European standard EN
60950.
EU/SPAIN
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Fan heater
Live parts of the product are
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: ORBEGOZO
easily accessible through the
grille at the front with the risk
NAME: Unknown
of receiving an electric shock.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FH 5016
Batch number/Barcode: 8436011059737
DESCRIPTION: The heater's outer part is made of
white plastic. The brand appears on the front of the
heater and the fan is visible below it. The product is
product from the
market.
relevant European Standard EN
60335.
packaged in a maroon and white cardboard box.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/IRELAND
CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Portable speaker
The battery of the speaker can
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Beats
NAME: Beats Pill XL
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: B0514
overheat and cause fire.
from end users.
R&TTE Directive.
DESCRIPTION: Speaker unit available in different
colours (black, white, pink, metallic sky and titanium)
and supplied in cardboard box.
EU/HUNGARY
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Charger set
The insulation between the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
primary and the secondary
circuit is not sufficient, which
NAME: MINI 3 in1 Charger
may cause an electric shock.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HY-0300 (on the
packaging); XY-401A (on the battery charger)
with the Low Voltage Directive
and the relevant European
DESCRIPTION: White battery charger set with USB
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
standard EN 60950.
socket for iPhone and iPod (4G/3GS/3G/4S) supplied
in colourful cardboard box with transparent window.
(NOT ORIGINAL PRODUCT). Technical parameters:
"Input 100-240V-50/60Hz 0.15A, Output 5V---1A",
Class II., IP20.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/UNITED
FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Domestic immersion heater
The over-temperature thermal
measures: Recall
of the product
KINGDOM
BRAND: HeatKing
cut-out of the immersion
NAME: Immersion heater
heater component can fail
causing melting of the heater
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: HK102,
cover and may set fire to
HK103, HK106
materials stored around the
DESCRIPTION: Copper domestic immersion heater
component with a control thermostat and overtemperature protection. Component size 11, 18 and
27 Inch. Packaged in cardboard boxes 24 heaters per
box.
from end users.
heater.
60335.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
EU/MALTA
CUTS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Food blender
The moving blades can be
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Big Sun
NAME: Super Blender
accessed.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BB-179
DESCRIPTION: Electric food blender.
60335.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ITALY
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Travel charger kit
The internal connections are
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: SBS
not adequately fixed. If they
NAME: Unknown
detach, they can touch the
secondary circuit which is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: SCA -
accessible during use (the USB
TEKTT31MICRO1A - VER 00 - VAR00, 1401095
socket), thus causing an
DESCRIPTION: 3-in-1 kit for data transfer and
recharging mobile phones. The kit contains a USB
travel charger 90/240V, a USB car charger 12/24V
and a micro USB data cable. The product is supplied
in a cardboard box.
product from the
market.
electric shock.
60950.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Worx electric blower/vacs
The grounded and ungrounded
wiring in the electric
immediately stop
using the recalled
blower/vacs could be reversed,
blower/vacs and
UNITS: About 24,300 and 370 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
posing a shock hazard to
return them to the
This recall involves Worx brand electric blower/vacs.
consumers.
The blower/vacs are black, measure 11 inches high
by 19.5 inches long and have the “Worx” logo
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
place of purchase
for a replacement
printed on the side of the motor housing. The model
None reported.
or full refund.
and serial numbers are printed on the opposite side
of the motor housing.
IMPORTER
Positec Tool Corp., of Charlotte, N.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters
An electrical problem with the
immediately stop
UNITS: About 112,200 (33,000 heaters were recalled
aquarium heaters, poses a risk
using the recalled
in August 2014), About 4,800 in Canada
of fire or electrical shock to the
heaters and return
consumer.
them to any
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
PetSmart store for
a full refund.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters sold
The firm has received 13
between August 2014 and April 2015 with model
reports of incidents, including
numbers: HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250.
four reports of minor shock,
The black cylindrical-shaped heaters are about 1.5
inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall. “Top Fin
seven reports of the water
tanks overheating and one
Premium Aquarium Heater,” the model number and
report of property damage
the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the
from an electrical shortage
heater near the top. The lot number is printed
beneath the words “Made in China.” All lot numbers
resulting in fire.
are included in this recall.
IMPORTER
PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
AUSTRALIA
Woolworths Limited — Woolworths Ltd and BIG W
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Essentials, Adesso and Contempo Portable Room
Heaters
There is a poor connection on
the power plug pins. When the
stop using the
Heaters and return
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
plug is removed from a power
them to their
1. Essentials Upright Fan Heater
outlet, the pins may dislodge.
nearest BIG W
2. Essentials Oscillating Fan Heater
HAZARDS
Store or
Woolworths
3. Adesso Oscillating Ceramic Fan Heater
There is a potential risk of
Supermarket store
electric shock or fire.
to receive a full
4. Contempo Oscillating Ceramic Fan Heater
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
refund.
1. FH09E-B; 2. FH09F-B; 3. FH102T; 4. FH102T
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Woolworths Supermarkets; Big W
SUPPLIER
Woolworths Supermarkets and Big W
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.woolworths.com.au and
http://www.bigw.com.au
No picture available.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Night light
The material of the lamp may
BRAND: RUM-LUX
deform since the heat
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
NAME: Nocna Lampka
resistance of plastic parts of
the lamp holder is not
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LNS-5W, LND-7W, BY-
sufficient and the output
Recall of the
XYD432
wattage of the incandescent
product from end
Batch number/Barcode: 5 905003 001380
lamp is too high. As a result,
the user may have direct
users.
DESCRIPTION: Night light which plugs directly into
access to live parts.
a socket outlet.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
market,
60598.
AUSTRALIA
Kmart Australia Limited—Gerry Upright Floor Lamp
DEFECTS
Customers should
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
unplug and cease
Plastic shade with a matte silver finish stand. APN
The lamp fails to meet the
assembly and construction
Nos. 9300803289758 and 9341102654250.
requirements of the electrical
immediately.
safety standard. During
Return the product
APN Nos. 9300803289758 and 9341102654250
assembly internal wiring can be
twisted resulting in electrical
to any Kmart store
for a full refund.
connections becoming loose or
For more
Kmart Australia Limited
dislodged.
information please
SUPPLIER
HAZARDS
contact Kmart
Kmart Australia Limited
Risk of electric shock or fire.
using the product
Customer Service
on 1800 124 125
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
Monday-Friday
http://www.kmart.com.au
between 8.00am 5.00pm or visit
www.kmart.com.a
u.
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Travel plug adaptor
The product may cause an
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: LP
electric shock because:
product from the
- The USA/AUS/NZ pins of the
market,
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZLA0571
plug may become accessible
while the European pins are
Recall of the
being inserted into the mains;
DESCRIPTION: Travel adaptor with black plastic
- Live parts may become
casing and a red LED indicator. The metal contacts
accessible as the plug only
have different pin configurations for use in different
partially enters the adaptor; - It
is possible to connect Class I
NAME: Unknown
regions. Marked with the phrases "Worldwide travel
adaptor" (on the product) and "AC univerzális
product from end
users.
protection devices but the
utazóadapter" and "Złącze AC uniwersalne" (on the
protective earth circuit
packaging), the product is supplied in a white
continuity is interrupted.
cardboard box.
with the relevant standard IEC
60884.
EU/HUNGARY
ELECTRIC SHOCK
PRODUCT: Plug adaptor
It is possible to connect Class I
BRAND: Unknown
protection devices but the
protective earth circuit
NAME: Unknown
continuity is interrupted. This
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZLA0130A
may cause an electric shock.
DESCRIPTION: Plug adaptor with black plastic
casing. It can be used to connect many different plug
with the relevant standard IEC
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
60884.
types to a power socket-outlet. Technical
parameters: 10A 250V~, MAX 2200W. Dimensions:
approx. 44.6 mm x 34.5 mm x 22.4 mm The paper in
the packaging contains the following name: "Wtyk
AC PL – GN.USA czame". The product is supplied in
a transparent plastic bag.
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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SLOVENIA
PRODUCT: Melamine bowls
CHEMICAL
Migration of formaldehyde (94
mg/kg - ppm) from melamine
bowls from China, via Italy.
Withdrawal
from the
market.
EU/SPAIN
EU/DENMARK
EU/POLAND
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Melamine bowl set for children
CHEMICAL
Migration of formaldehyde
(21.1; 27.6 mg/kg - ppm) from
melamine bowl set for children
from China, via Hong Kong.
PRODUCT: Placemat
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Denmark
Migration of DEHP - di(2ethylhexyl) phthalate (93000;
120000 mg/kg - ppm) from
placemat from Denmark.
PRODUCT: Rim of painted glasses
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Russia
Migration of cadmium (5.1 mg/
item) and of lead (48 mg/item)
from rim of painted glasses
from Russia.
PRODUCT: Tongs for spaghetti
CHEMICAL
Migration of chromium (0.4
mg/kg - ppm) from tongs for
spaghetti from China.
EU/ITALY
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Recall from
consumers.
Withdrawal
from the
market.
Re-dispatch.
Destruction.
PRODUCT: Steel tools for barbecue
CHEMICAL
Migration of chromium (6.2
mg/kg - ppm) and of
manganese (2.2 mg/kg - ppm)
from steel tools for barbecue
from China.
Withdrawal
from recipient
(s).
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COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Decorative articles
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Decorative candles
Due to its characteristic form,
BRAND: Unknown
colour and size the product
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
NAME: Fruit Flavor Candle Craftwork
may be mistaken for foodstuff.
Small parts can be easily
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: S-005
detached: children may put
Recall of the
them in the mouth and choke
product from end
on them.
users.
DESCRIPTION: Perfumed decorative candles in the
shape and colour of peaches. Packaging: 2 candles in
one transparent plastic box with ribbon.
market,
Directive 87/357/EEC on
products which, appearing to
be other than they are,
endanger the health or safety
of consumers.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Decorative articles
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Decorative candles
Due to its characteristic form,
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Kangyu Candle Craftwork
colour and size the product
may be mistaken for foodstuff.
product from the
market,
NAME: Fruit Flavor Candle Craftwork
Small parts can be easily
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: S-1270D
detached: children may put
Recall of the
product from end
on them.
users.
Batch number/Barcode: 6 928 430 602 264
DESCRIPTION: Perfumed decorative candles with
two wicks in the shape and colour of bananas.
Packaging: 2 candles in one transparent plastic box
with ribbon.
Directive 87/357/EEC on
products which, appearing to
be other than they are,
endanger the health or safety
of consumers.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
MobilityWOD Door Anchor
The nylon strap can pull out
immediately stop
UNITS: About 875
from the plastic anchor,
using the recalled
causing the user to lose
door anchor and
balance and fall or the attached
contact Coulter to
hardware to recoil and strike
the user, posing an injury
receive a full credit
or full refund.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves the Rogue Fitness MobilityWOD
Door Anchor. The anchor is used to anchor elastic
bands for use in stretching and mobility exercises.
The door anchor has a red plastic tab anchor with
“ROGUE” embossed on one side attached to a black
hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
other end. The anchor measures about 8 inches long
The firm has received three
reports of the nylon strap
by 1.5 inches wide.
pulling free of the plastic
nylon strap with a metal ring and carabiner on the
IMPORTER
None reported
anchor while under load,
including one report of a minor
laceration.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
eBay Trader "Eaglerock72" — Kids' Minnie Mouse
DEFECTS
Customers should
Bean Bag Chairs
The bean bag does not have
stop using the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
the required safety warning
product and return
Kids Minnie Mouse bean bag chair unfilled
labels.
for a refund.
(washable)
HAZARDS
In contravention of the
mandatory safety standard for
55 x 75 x 54cm when filled
eBay Trader "Eaglerock72"
bean bags, the bag does not
have the required safety
warning labels.
SUPPLIER
eBay Trader "Eaglerock72"
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
AUSTRALIA
Ritz Collection—MOJO Mini Me Bean Bags
DEFECTS
Consumers should
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The inner zip on the bean bag
does not have a child-resistant
remove the
paperclip from the
slide fastener.
zipper to prevent
Indoor / Outdoor Bean Bag for children
Input your text
HAZARDS
In contravention of the
bean bags, the bag is not fitted
MJMM002N MOJO Mini Me Aqua
with a child-resistant slide
MJMM003N MOJO Mini Me Navy
fastener and may therefore
allow access to the polystyrene
MJMM006N MOJO Mini Me Red
MJMU004 MOJO Mini UFO Navy
the polystyrene
beads.
mandatory safety standard for
MJMM001N MOJO Mini Me Fuchsia
MJMM004N MOJO Mini Me Lime Green
children accessing
beans, which pose a potential
choking hazard to young
children.
MJMU005 MOJO Mini UFO Red
SUPPLIER
Homewares Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://MOJObrand.com
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers
Omersub Zero Cube scuba diving mask
Non-conforming glass was
UNITS: About 2,600
used for the lens, which
should
immediately stop
can shatter during normal
using the mask
DESCRIPTION
use, posing an injury
and contact
The diving mask is designed to cover the eyes and nose.
hazard.
Technosport for
The mask and strap are made with soft black rubber, with
hard rubber around the two glass lenses. “O.M.E.R.”
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
appears on the forehead area of the mask in raised letters.
Twelve incidents have
The UPS Code 801 773 612 2298 and Omersub MFG Part
been reported to the firm in
#603NCF appear on the original packaging.
which the lens has
shattered. No injuries have
IMPORTER
a replacement
mask.
been reported.
Technosport Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers
Bicycles with SR Suntour bicycle forks
should
UNITS: About 68,000 in the United States and 33,600 in
The bolt that attaches the
upper part of the bicycle’s
Canada
fork to the lower part of the
using bicycles
fork can break or separate
with the recalled
and cause the front wheel
to come off the bicycle.
SR Suntour
bicycle forks and
This is a crash hazard for
return the bicycle
riders.
to the place of
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
purchase for a
free inspection
There have been 15 reports
and repair.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Cannondale, Diamondback, Giant, GT,
INA International, Schwinn, Scott and Trek brand bicycles
with SR Suntour bicycle forks models M3010, M3020,
M3030, NEX and XCT. The recalled forks have serial
numbers in the top row beginning with “K” and ending
with a number between 141101 and150127. The fork
model and serial numbers are located on the back of the
of the bolts breaking or
fork’s crown. The serial number is the first row. The
separating from the
model number is in the second row. “SR Suntour” is
printed on stickers on both sides of the fork legs. A
bicycles, including two
reports of minor injuries,
detailed list of the specific model numbers included in the
including abrasions, cuts
recall is on the firm’s website.
and bruises.
immediately stop
IMPORTER
SR Suntour North America, of Vancouver, Wash. (bicycle
forks)
MANUFACTURED IN: Kunshan, China
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers
Bicycles and bicycle frame kits
The front brakes can detach
should stop using
UNITS: About 400 in the United States and 34 in
from fork during use, posing
the recalled
Canada
a crash hazard.
bicycles and
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
This recall involves all Colnago CF10 and Colnago V1-r
racing bicycles and bicycle frame kits that fit 28-inch
None reported.
bicycle frame kits
and contact
Colnago America
for a free
wheels. "Colnago for Ferrari" is on the downtube and
inspection. If the
the Ferrari logo is on the seat tube of the CF10.
"Colnago" is on the downtube and the Ferrari logo is on
hole in the front
fork for the brake
the crossbar of the V1-r. Model numbers CF10 or V1-r
mounting bolt is
are on both sides of the front fork.
not at least 12
Model CF10 frames come in the colors black with white
letters and red trim, and black with white letters and
mm in depth, the
front fork will be
yellow trim. Model V1-r frames come in the colors black
replaced free of
with white letters and red trim, gray with black letters
charge.
and black trim, gray with white letters and white trim,
and white with silver letters and silver trim.
IMPORTER
Colnago America Inc., of Chicago
MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan
AUSTRALIA
Bicycles Online—Polygon Zenith Town 3 Beach Cruiser
DEFECTS
Consumers are
Bike
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Polygon Zenith Town 3.0
Beach Cruiser Bike does not
advised not to
ride the Polygon
Polygon's Zenith Town 3 beach cruiser
comply with AS/NZS
Town Beach
1927:2010 Pedal bicycles—
Cruiser Bike, until
Colour = Black Gloss, Size = Medium (17')
Safety Requirements,
your front brake
Weight 13.3kg
Consumer Protection Notice
has been received
Section 2.1.14. The bike was
and fitted.
AIXP26ZT3N16G1
sold with a rear brake only
This bike was sold exclusively on
www.bicyclesonline.com.au
SUPPLIER
Bicycles Online
and not a front brake.
HAZARDS
If the rear brake were to fail,
there is no additional brake
to stop the bike, posing an
accident hazard to the rider.
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.bicyclesonline.com.au
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COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
SR Suntour—Bicycle Front Suspension Forks
DEFECTS
Consumers should stop
Assorted Models
A small percentage of the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Products may have fixing
using bicycles which
incorporate fork models
The product is a Front Suspension Fork used as a
bolts affected by hydrogen
M3010, M3020,
component in bicycles.
embrittlement.
M3030, NEX and XCT
HAZARDS
Please see the attached list for affected forks,
If the fixing bolt is affected
K#141101 to K#150127
including fork model, manufacturing date and serial
by hydrogen embrittlement
and return them to the
number range.
it may break and the fork
may separate, causing a fall
hazard.
store where they were
purchased for
Nationally (the Products were sold to bicycle
which have serial date
codes between
inspection and possible
repair.
manufacturers in China and incorporated as a
If further information is
required,
component in bicycles then sold in Australia).
Retailers include Trek, Giant, Merida, GT and Scott
brand bicycles.
retailers/customers are
invited to contact SR
SUPPLIER
Suntour ‘s local
SR Suntour Machinery (Kunshan) Co. Ltd. (‘SR
distributor: Mr. Alan
Suntour’)
Bethel, Adventure
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
Brands Pty Ltd, 5
No
Capital Place, Carrum
Downs VIC 3201 on
(03) 9770 8912 or
[email protected]
om.au.
AUSTRALIA
FRF Sports—Colnago CF10 and V1-r Racing
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Bicycles and Bicycle Frame Kit Forks
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The brake calipers may
loosen or detach from the
return the V1-r/CF10
bicycle immediately to a
This recall involves all Colnago CF10 and Colnago
fork during use.
dealer for a free
V1-r racing bicycles and bicycle frame kit forks.
HAZARDS
If the defect occurs, this
poses a serious fall hazard
See attached list of serial numbers.
inspection. In the event
of the fork needing
replacing this will be
done free of charge.
to the rider.
Authorised Colnago dealers. Dealer listing can be
viewed at - http://www.frfsports.com/dealerlocator-pg-20.html
SUPPLIER
FRF Sports
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
https://www.frfsports.com
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ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Stationery
ENVIRONMENT , CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic stickers
The products pose an
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Unknown
environmental pollution risk
NAME: Sticker
and an indirect, (chemical)
health risk as they contain
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art no. 1.) KT07-2 2.)
cadmium above the permitted
KT07-3
level. Cadmium can damage
Batch number/Barcode: -
human health, damage organs
if swallowed or inhaled and
DESCRIPTION: There are two different styles of
may cause cancer.
sticker sheets: 1) animal and 2) smiley. The sticker
sheets are packed in a transparent plastic wrapping
with the text "We have hopes because we love"
written on the label of the plastic wrapping.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Classroom Select NeoRok Stools
UNITS: About 1,350
The stool can break during use,
posing a fall hazard.
immediately stop
using these
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
This recall involves three models of Classroom
School Specialty has received
School Specialty.
Select NeoRok Stools with a tilting and rocking
feature, for use by children in the classroom.
two reports of stools breaking.
School Specialty is
No injuries have been reported.
contacting
recalled stools and
may contact
Recalled stools were sold in three sizes: 15 inch tall
consumers directly
(Item Number 1496633), 18 inch tall (Item Number
and sending free
replacement
1496340) and 20 inch tall (Item Number 1496342).
The Classroom Select logo/name is printed on one
stools with a
side of the base and the NeoRok name is printed on
prepaid return
the other side of the base. The stools have a round
shipping label and
instructions.
black rubber seat insert with a solid color plastic seat
and black rimmed base. The stools were sold in five
colors: Pistachio (green), Paprika (orange), Periwinkle
(light blue), Cardinal (red) and Marine (navy blue).
IMPORTER
None reported.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
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NOTIFYING
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ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Soft toy
The helmet worn by the toy
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Orma Shop
product from the
NAME: Tamalou
weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl)
phthalate (DEHP). This
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref: TAMALOU 2014
phthalate may harm the
Recall of the
health of children, causing
product from end
possible damage to the
reproductive system.
users.
DESCRIPTION: Black and white soft toy dog (in
sitting position) wearing a navy-blue jumper with a
red border marked 'sapeur-pompier' ('fireman') and
with a removable, soft, grey, plastic helmet.
EU/BULGARIA
dog contains 21.5 % by
market,
According to the REACH
Regulation the phthalates
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
prohibited in all toys and
childcare articles.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Toy rattle
The handle of the rattle is too
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: DREAM MAKERS
long. If a child puts it in the
mouth, it may get stuck and
NAME: Mommy Love
obstruct the airways.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. WD3307B
DESCRIPTION: Plastic rattle in the form of a
flower. The rattle is supplied in transparent
packaging.
product from the
market.
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard
EN 71-1.
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EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Jewellery-making set
The silver-coloured heart and
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Grafix
flower charms release an
NAME: Unknown
excessive quantity of nickel
(measured value up to 43
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch No. 72717/00
µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a
market.
strong sensitizer and can cause
DESCRIPTION: Jewellery-making set containing a
allergic reactions if present in
articles that come into direct
white elastic band, 6 charms, 100 plastic pearls, 8
and prolonged contact with the
star-shaped plastic pearls, 8 silver-coloured flower-
skin.
shaped pearls, 6 heart-shaped plastic pearls,
packaged in plastic bags and fixed to a cardboard
label.
product from the
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Puffer ball
Some of the rubber strands
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: TIGER
become detached, generating
small parts which could be
NAME: Unknown
ingested or inhaled by a child.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. nº 1701116, batch
73232
Toy Safety Directive and the of
DESCRIPTION: Soft orange rubber puffer ball with
the European standard EN 711.
eyes. A label is attached to the toy.
product from the
market.
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EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Children manicure set
The product poses a chemical
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: S&Li Cosmetics - Kimyon
risk because it contains
antimony (180 mg/kg).
product from the
market,
NAME: Nail art book
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. SLI 22055; Year of
manufacture: 2013
Toy Safety Directive.
Recall of the
product from end
users,
Destruction of the
DESCRIPTION: Manicure and nail art set for girls
product.
containing nail polish, glitter, strass.
EU/DENMARK
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic toy scales
The product contains a small
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Gowi
ball (the egg). A child could put
it in the mouth and choke on it.
from end users.
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 454-99
Batch number/Barcode: 9 002289 454995
DESCRIPTION: Plastic toy scales in yellow, red and
blue with a yellow lemon, a white egg and 4 weights
71-1.
in red plastic with metal inside. The toy is 30 cm
long. The egg has a diameter slightly less than 4,45
cm, and is a small ball.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Austria
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EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plush warmer
The product can easily
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Intelex
overheat when heating it up in
NAME: 'Junior' and 'Cozy' hedgehog
the microwave, leading to a
risk of burns for children. One
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref : Junior AR0191 /
accident reported.
Cosy AR0186
Batch number/Barcode: PCG0414 (Batch)
with the relevant European
DESCRIPTION: Microwavable soft toy (contains
standard EN 71-1 and the UK's
national standard BS 8433.
wheat grains and lavender flowers) in the shape of a
product from the
market,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
hedgehog. Colour - blue and cream.
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Children's make-up set
The product poses a chemical
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Canal Toys
risk because the glitter
contains antimony. Moreover,
NAME: Monster High
the grey-silver glitter contains
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. MHC075
lead and nickel.
Batch number/Barcode: Batch 22813 - FAB year 2012
DESCRIPTION: Box containing press-on nails, body
art markers, nail glue, templates and stickers for
product from the
market,
Destruction of the
product.
with the Cosmetic Products
Regulation.
tattoos and nails, nail adhesives, nail polish, glitter
vials, etc. Not intended for children under 8 years.
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EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic toys
The biggest duck may easily
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Unknown
break releasing small parts. A
NAME: Lovely Duck
small child could put them in
the mouth and choke. In
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No 628
addition, if the toy breaks,
DESCRIPTION: Plastic ducks (1 bigger duck, three
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
sharp edges are accessible,
which may cause injuries.
smaller ones) with light, supplied in cardboard box.
71-1.
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING, INJURIES
PRODUCT: Hard plastic toy
The product contains small
BRAND: Unknown
parts (blue balls at the tip of
the antennas, right and left rear
NAME: Naughty Ladybird
wheels before the wheels
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DL0920 No. 3915
moving parts, stickers on the
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
detached. A child could put
pink, flapping wings, under which you can see the
on them.
includes blue eyes and a red mouth and two
fastened spring horns (antennas) with blue beads at
measures: Ban on
wheels) that can be easily
DESCRIPTION: Hard plastic toy Ladybird with two
blue shining body. The yellow ladybird's head
Compulsory
Moreover, the blue plastic ball
of the antennae detaches and
their ends. The toy is packed in a cardboard box.
leaves the end of the springs
of the antennae accessible,
which present sharp points and
can cause injuries.
71-1.
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EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Soft toy
The fibrous stuffing material of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: DOHO INTERNATIONAL IMPORT
the toy is easily accessible due
NAME: SERPENT 3 ASS
to the weakness of certain
seams. The stuffing material
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ABLS6180 /HLSA4990
may cause choking when put
DESCRIPTION: Soft toy in the shape of a snake with
pink and orange dots.
product from the
market.
in the mouth by children.
71-1.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Bud and Skipit Wheely Cute Pull Toys
UNITS: About 800 in the United States and 10 in
Hub caps on the wheels can
break or come off the wheel,
take the toys away
from young
Canada
posing a choking hazard for
children
young children.
immediately and
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
return the item to
where it was
No incidents have been
purchased for a
reported.
full refund.
DESCRIPTION
Bud, an 8-inch high soft brown puppy with a blue and
white pull cord, stands on red wooden wheels with
blue hub caps. There is a red, blue and white soft ball
at the end of the pull cord. Skipit, an 8-inch high
cream-colored bunny with an orange and white pull
cord, stands on blue wheels with orange hub caps.
There is a soft cloth carrot at the end of the pull cord.
Lot code YM5/14 is on the label sewn on the back
leg of each toy. The item number for Bud Wheely
Cute Toy, found on the lower right-hand corner of
the original packing, is #401101. The item number
for Skipit Wheely Cute Toy is #401103.
IMPORTER
Bunnies by the Bay of East Windsor, N.J.
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USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Little Digger Toy
The red paint on the Little
immediately stop
UNITS: About 7,000
Digger toy frame contains
using the Little
excessive levels of lead, which
Digger Toy, put it
is prohibited under federal law.
out of reach of
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
children and
contact the firm
None reported.
for a full refund.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plastic bath book
The seams of the bath book
measures:
Warning
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Wel-Bilt brand Little Diggers,
Item # 28303. It is a stationary scooper toy with
moveable poles that allow the child to scoop items
up into the bucket. The item has a red powdercoated steel frame with a black plastic seat and black
adjustable scoop with two yellow plastic grips on the
poles and a six-sided frame base. The
measurements are about 17 inches high and 25
inches wide. It has a manufacture date of August
2014 through June 2015.Wel-Bilt is printed on the
front of the bucket and the manufacture date is
written on the tracking label located on the bucket.
The item number #28303 is printed only on the toy’s
packaging.
IMPORTER
Northern Tool + Equipment Company, Inc. of
Fredericksburg, Va.
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
BRAND: Fisher Price
may come apart exposing the
(COUNTERFEIT/UNAUTHORISED)
inner foam filling material,
which may cause small
NAME: Bath Book Little People
children to choke if put in the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
mouth and swallowed.
Batch number/Barcode: Batch code: 0481988.
Barcode:8718885343892
Toy Safety Directive and with
DESCRIPTION: Plastic bath book filled with foam
material in clear plastic bag with cardboard top.
consumers of the
risks.
the relevant European standard
EN 71-1.
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NOTIFYING
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PRODUCT
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EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
CHOKING
Compulsory
The iris root can become
measures:
Withdrawal of the
equipment
PRODUCT: Iris root teether
detached and break, generating
BRAND: ICO BABY
small parts. A small child could
put them in the mouth and
NAME: Cadena mordedor IRIS ("Iris root teether")
choke on them.
product from the
market.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. No 5172, batch
4238
DESCRIPTION: The iris root teething chain is made
of wood and iris root. It is packaged in a plastic bag
attached to a cardboard label displaying the following
information on the product and distributor.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
EU/LATVIA
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
equipment
PRODUCT: Wooden cot
BRAND: Unknown
CHOKING
The spring is accessible when
measures: Other.
the side slats are removed and
can be easily detached. Small
children can put it in the mouth
NAME: Unknown
and choke on it.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BAJKA ORZECH
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4983726143663
DESCRIPTION: Cot dimensions: 600*1200 mm.
Voluntary
Standard EN 716-1.
Packaging - cardboard and plastic material.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
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AUSTRALIA
Dorel Australia Pty Ltd—Maxi-Cosi A4 Euro
DEFECTS
Consumers need to check
Convertible Car Seats
In some instances, the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
fabric around the harness
their seat to determine if it has
3 height markers on the left
Maxi-Cosi A4 Euro Convertible Car Seats (3
adjuster mechanism may
hand side of the cover. If your
Height Marker)
get caught in the
car seat is affected, Dorel will
mechanism, allowing the
shoulder harnesses to
provide customers with a free
Maxi-Cosi A4 Euro Convertible Car Seats (3
loosen without lifting the
Convertible Car Seat. For
Height Marker)
harness adjuster. In
further information on
Baby Bunting, Bubs Baby Shops, My Baby
addition, the A4 model
does not have the correct
identifying affected car seats
please visit www.maxi-
Warehouse, Toys 'R' Us, and Independent
certification.
cosi.com.au.
Specialty retailers across Australia.
HAZARDS
Contact details: To arrange a
SUPPLIER
If the harness is loosened
the child restraint is no
Dorel Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
longer effective in
restraining the child in the
replacement Maxi-Cosi
replacement car seat please
email
[email protected]
u or call 1300 809 526.
event of an accident or
sudden braking, increasing
the risk of injury to the
child.
AUSTRALIA
DEFECTS
Customers need to identify if
Convertible Car Seats
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
In some instances, the
fabric around the harness
they have Euro A2 with a date
of manufacture between 16
adjuster mechanism may
September 2014 to the 12
Convertible Car Seats (2 height markers)
get caught in the
March 2015. Dorel will provide
mechanism, allowing the
shoulder harnesses to
consumers with a free
replacement trim for affected
Euro A2 with a date of manufacture between
loosen without lifting the
car seats. The old trim will be
16 September 2014 to the 12 March 2015.
harness adjuster.
returned to Dorel and not the
HAZARDS
Baby Bunting, Bubs Baby Shops, My Baby
Warehouse, Toys 'R' Us, and Independent
If the harness is loosened
Specialty retailers across Australia.
longer effective in
SUPPLIER
restraining the child in the
event of an accident or
Dorel Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
the child restraint is no
sudden braking, increasing
the risk of injury to the
child.
retailer.
As an interim solution, please
ensure that the harness
adjuster is free of any
impediments when fitting a
child into the restraint. For
further information on
identifying the date of
manufacture please visit the
IGC Dorel website www.maxicosi.com.au
Contact details: To arrange a
replacement car seat cover
please email
[email protected]
u or call 1300 809 526
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ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fabric dye
The product contains 0.4% of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Yorkshire
quinoline yet the presence of
NAME: Serilene T-LS Liquid
the substance and its
classification as 1B carcinogen
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 100 black
as well as its restriction to
Batch number/Barcode: H902
market.
professional users is not
DESCRIPTION: Black fabric dye in 30 litre/25 kg
adequately reported on the
labelling. The user therefore
drums.
has no information to avoid the
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
product from the
dangers incurred when the
product comes into contact
with the skin or if it is ingested.
with the requirements of
Directive 1999/45/EC relating
to the classification, packaging
and labelling of dangerous
preparations.
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EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's jacket
The jacket has decorative cords
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: U2 BS BARCELONA
in the chest area that can
NAME: Unknown
become trapped during various
activities of a child and cause
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 9542, series 1,
injuries.
colour 999
DESCRIPTION: Children's bolero with decorative
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
cords (with white dots) in the chest area.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bangladesh
EU/BULGARIA
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Children’s shorts
The shorts have long and
BRAND: UNDER 18
unattached cords in the waist
area that may become trapped
NAME: Unknown
during various activities of a
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: M-1215
child, causing injuries. The
DESCRIPTION: Children’s orange shorts with two
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
product does not comply with
EN 14682.
pockets at the front and white functional cords in the
waist area of about 30 cm each with free ends.
Along the left leg, under the pocket there is an
inscription: “Vansity Under 18”. Sample size: 4A.
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EU/CYPRUS
INJURIES, STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
The functional cords in the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Piazza Italia Beachwear
neck, back and waist area of
NAME: Unknown
the bikini can become trapped
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 74900 Rosa /
child, which could lead to
FS15190CSBA
injuries and strangulation.
DESCRIPTION: Pink bikini intended for girls up to 4
years old. The bikini is designed with blue halter-neck
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
cords and drawstrings that are tied at the back. It
also has functional cords in the waist area. Sample
size: 3/4.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy
EU/HUNGARY
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' trousers
The product poses a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Seagull
injuries because of the
presence of unattached
product from the
market,
NAME: Unknown
drawstrings in the waist area
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CSQ-997
and drawstrings in the ankle
Recall of the
area which hang below the
product from end
lower hem of the garment and
users.
DESCRIPTION: Pink leisure trousers for girls
can become trapped during
decorated with rhinestones and the inscriptions
various activities.
“Seagull” and “77”. Sample sizes: 134,146,152.
standard EN 14682.
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EU/HUNGARY
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' shorts
The products have drawstrings
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Goloxy
in the waist area which are too
product from the
NAME: Unknown
long and may become trapped
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. model: MQ-556 2.
child, causing injuries. The
Recall of the
model: MQ-517
product does not comply with
product from end
EN 14682.
users.
STRANGULATION
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirts
The drawstrings in the hood
measures: Recall
of the product
market,
DESCRIPTION: Model 1: The shorts are decorated
with a strawberry and inscriptions: „DANCING”,
„Date Me”. Model 2: The shorts are decorated with
a figure of a girl and an inscription: „Girls Beautiful”.
Sample sizes 164 and 104.
EU/FINLAND
BRAND: BRP
may become trapped during
various activities of a child
NAME: Ski-Doo, Can-Am
causing strangulation.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2864854990,
4536605439, 4536604939, 4536614907,
4537072110, 4537077910, 4537075210,
standard EN 14682.
from end users.
4534645490F, 4536184990F
DESCRIPTION: Children's hoodies in different
colours.
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ADOPTED
EU/CYPRUS
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' top
Free-end halter neck cords and
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Only
drawstrings that are to be tied
NAME: Unknown
in the neck area / around the
neck can get trapped and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 12SC010011
cause strangulation. The
(25585161)
functional cords in the waist
area can become trapped and
cause injuries to children.
DESCRIPTION: Two-piece top intended for girls up
to 6 years old. The set consists of a white,
sleeveless t-shirt and a green, halter-neck style tshirt. The set can be tied and adjusted with cords in
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
the neck and waist area.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
EU/SPAIN
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Children's trousers
The buttons can detach easily,
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: BOSS (HUGO BOSS)
generating small parts, which
might be ingested or inhaled by
NAME: Unknown
a child.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: J04161, J04167 and
J04168
with the relevant national
standard UNE 40902.
from end users.
DESCRIPTION: Jeans trousers with five pockets
and buckles for children of up to 3 years. Sold
without packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Tunisia
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ADOPTED
EU/CYPRUS
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Boys' shorts
The trousers have long and
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: JOYCE
unattached functional cords in
NAME: Unknown
the waist area which can
become trapped, causing
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 5324
injuries.
DESCRIPTION: Blue colored shorts intended for
boys up to 8 years old. The garment bears
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
unattached white colored drawstrings in the waist
area.
EU/CYPRUS
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' clothing set
Free-end halter neck cords and
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: New College
drawstrings that are to be tied
in the neck area / around the
NAME: Sport edition
neck can get trapped in and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 25-8059
cause a child to get strangled.
DESCRIPTION: Clothing set consisting of a deep
pink top and floral pattern white leisure trousers,
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
intended for girls up to 6 years old. The top part of
the garment can be tied or adjusted with halter neck
cords in the hood/neck area.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Iululemon women's top
When the elastic draw cord
UNITS: About 133,000 in the United States and
with a hard tip in the hood or
stop wearing the
tops with the
185,000 in Canada
around the neck area is pulled
elastic draw cord
or caught on something and
and either remove
released, it can snap back,
impact the face area and result
the draw cord or
in injury.
to request a new,
DESCRIPTION
The recalled tops have an elastic draw cord with hard
metal or plastic tips in the hood or around the neck
area. Recalled tops come in a variety of colors and
styles, including Carry and Go Hoodie; Cool Down
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
contact lululemon
non-elastic draw
cord with written
instructions on
Studio Jacket; Dance Sweat Shirt; Don’t Hurry Be
There were seven reported
incidents, resulting in seven
Happy Pullover; Gratitude Wrap; Necessity Jacket;
injuries to the face and eye.
draw cord.
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' dress
The small buttons can easily
measures:
Withdrawal of the
Jacket; Course-ette Jacket; Cozy Up Jacket; Dance
how to replace the
Proactive Jacket; Refresh Snap Up; Run Sun Blocker
Pullover; Run Track N Field Jacket; Run With It
Jacket; Sanctuary Jacket; Savasana Tunic; Sing,
Floss, Travel Jacket; Stow ’N Go Jacket; Stride
Jacket; Summertime Tunic; Varsity Hoodie; Victory
Jacket and Wear With All Jacket. Each top displays
an embroidered or printed lululemon logo; the
location of the logo varies with the style of the
garment.
IMPORTER
Iululemon athletica of Vancouver, B.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: Bangladesh, China, Indonesia
and Peru
EU/SPAIN
BRAND: Baby Tex
detach. A child could put them
in the mouth and choke.
product from the
market.
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: I543318-AQUA-0115
with the relevant national
standard UNE 40902.
DESCRIPTION: Short-sleeved one-piece dress for
small girls. Size: 36 months.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CYPRUS
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' blouse
The functional cords in the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: BABYLON FASHION
waist area can become trapped
and cause injuries to children.
NAME: Unknown
standard EN 14682.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Pink sleeveless blouse intended for
girls up to 8 years old. The blouse bears
functional/decorative cords in the waist area, 210
mm long each one.
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SOFTLINES: BAGS AND ACCESSORIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Other
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Mobile phone cover
The product contains
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: iCandy
chromium (VI) (measured value
NAME: Unknown
9.6 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is
classified as sensitising and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FUN2215
may trigger allergic reactions.
product from the
market,
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone cover made of lightcoloured leather, inner light beige fabric, magnetic
catch and with front stamped with word 'iCandy'.
The cover is attached to a white cardboard label.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Earrings
The ear studs release an
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: WOMEN´s accessories
(measured value 3.28
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: T 556/141212/144
(Product code)
DESCRIPTION: Large silver hoop earrings with
skin.
stones.
EU/GERMANY
market.
with the REACH regulation.
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Earrings
The earrings release an
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: TEDI
(measured value: 0.558
NAME: Unknown
μg/cm²/week). Nickel is a
market.
coloured metal, with black and colourless decorative
skin.
product from the
DESCRIPTION: A pair of earrings, made of goldstones, attached to a cardboard label.
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ESTONIA
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Earrings
The product releases an
measures:
Warning
BRAND: Villa Di Mario
consumers of the
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 135; T-205-0-135
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market,
DESCRIPTION: Coloured earrings attached to a black
plastic label bearing the brand, article and bar code.
skin.
Recall of the
product from end
users.
risks,
EU/ESTONIA
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
PRODUCT: Earrings
The product releases an
BRAND: Unknown
measures:
Warning
consumers of the
risks,
NAME: Fashion Jewellery
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art 665
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market,
DESCRIPTION: Hook-fastened and round-shaped
drop earrings with black stones, silver-coloured metal
skin.
Recall of the
product from end
users.
base.
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SOFTLINES
SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES
GCSC has compiled the below sources:
Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications, published free of charge in
English on http://ec.europa.eu/rapex, © European Union, 2005 – 2014.
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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