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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 2014
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
Pages 2 to 15
Audio Video and Household Appliances (9)
IT & Telecommunication (4)
Luminaires (9)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (5)
HARDGOODS
Pages 16 to 22
DIY, Tools and Hardware (4)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (12)
Sport & Leisure Goods (4)
Stationery and Office Supplies (0)
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS
Pages 23 to 47
Toys (42)
Juvenile Products (10)
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD
Pages 48 to 50
Cosmetics and Personal Care (6)
Household Care (0)
SOFTLINES
Pages 51 to 59
Textile and Clothing (13)
Shoes (3)
Bags and Accessories (0)
Jewelleries (0)
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Insect killer
Live parts are accessible once
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: CCJGE
removable parts are detached.
NAME: Unknown
There is no effective anchorage
of the supply cable to protect it
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CMD-25-H, ref. 32785
from pulling and twisting
Batch number/Barcode: 6927371300017 8327852304509
DESCRIPTION: Cylindrical insect killer
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
product from the
market.
forces. The wires of the supply
cable are not fixed securely
enough.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
60335.
EU/FRANCE
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: UV lamp for nails
The main insulation of the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Luck Star
internal conductors is
accessible through the
NAME: UV lamp "Shengtuo Kangtuo"
openings. The creepage
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ST-818 and KT-818
distance and air distance
Batch number/Barcode: 0082007502305
DESCRIPTION: 36 Watt Gel Curing UV lamp used for
hardening gels when applying artificial gel nails.
Equipped with four 9 Watt UV lights. Information on
the brand is given on one side of the appliance (near
the fuse and power cord). No data plate.
between the power rails of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
circuit board are too small.
60335.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
ELECTRIC SHOCK, CUTS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Nail dryer
The accessible metal parts of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
the lamp head are separated
NAME: Professional Nail Dryer
with only basic insulation from
the live parts. If the wire ends
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 4076B
should become free and an
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Mains operated, nail dryer with a
fluorescent UV lamp. Packaging: cardboard box.
internal short circuit occurs, the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
fluorescent lamp may explode
causing cuts to users.
with the Low Voltage Directive
and the relevant European
standards EN 60335 and EN
61199.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Machinery
INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Electric chain saw
The product poses a risk of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Royal
injuries, given that the righthand protective guard does not
NAME: Unknown
have the required dimensions.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: REC 1840
with the Machinery Directive
DESCRIPTION: 1800-W electric chainsaw, in a
cardboard box
product from the
market.
and with the relevant European
standard EN 60745.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Machinery
INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Electric chain saw
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Oregon
injury, as the machine's right
NAME: Unknown
hand protection does not have
the required dimensions, the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YT 4998
bumper spike is of an
DESCRIPTION: Electric chain saw, 2000 W, supplied
inappropriate material and user
information is lacking.
in a cardboard box
with the Machinery Directive
standard EN 60745.
product from the
market.
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
ELECTRIC SHOCK, CUTS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Nail dryer
The accessible metal parts of
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: CN
the lamp head are separated
NAME: Slim UV Lamp
with only basic insulation from
the live parts. If the wire ends
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: unknown
should become free and an
DESCRIPTION: UV radiation emitting nail device
with 4 compact fluorescent lamps in cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
product from the
market.
internal short circuit occurs, the
fluorescent lamp may explode
causing cuts to users.
standards EN 60335 and EN
61199.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Fixed-base routers and router bases
UNITS: About 100,000 in the United States and
The router base handles are
not insulated, posing an
immediately stop
using the recalled
about 7,800 in Canada
electric shock hazard.
routers and router
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Four Porter-Cable 3 1/4 horsepower, electric, fixedbase production routers and one production router
None reported
bases, unplug the
routers and
contact PorterCable for a free
base are being recalled. The recalled routers are
replacement
about 11 inches tall and 7 inches wide. The top of
the router motor is black plastic and has the on/off
router base with
insulation on the
switch for the router. The base is painted gray and
handles.
has two side handles, an adjuster ring on the top and
a clamp screw on the rear. The side handles on the
base of recalled routers have no insulation. The
Porter-Cable name and logo are on the front of the
base. The recalled routers and base were
manufactured from 1990 to April 2014.
IMPORTER
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., dba Porter-Cable,
Towson, Md.
MANUFACTURED IN: Mexico
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway)
The adaptors can overheat,
immediately stop
UNITS: About 31,000
posing a burn hazard.
using the recalled
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The recalled adaptor/chargers are used to charge cell
The firm has received one
phones and other electronic products and have
model number ADCP3-1000 imprinted on the plug
report of a consumer who was
burned on their hand.
adaptors/chargers
and throw them
away.
side of the adaptor. They are plastic cubes about 1”
to 1 ¼” on one side with two prongs for plugging
into an electrical outlet and a USB port on the other.
Recalled chargers come in five different colors:
black, blue, green, red and white.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: China
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Charging Kits
The wall charger can overheat
and emit smoke and sparks,
immediately
unplug and stop
posing fire and burn hazards to
using the USB wall
UNITS: About 25,400
DESCRIPTION
consumers. The prongs on the
charger and
This recall involves seven models of charging kits
charger can detach and remain
contact Lifeguard
with universal serial bus (USB) connectors that are
used to recharge Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod
in the electrical outlet, posing a
Press to return the
risk of electrical shock.
charging kit for a
devices. The recalled kits were sold under the
Ban.do, Jonathan Adler and Lilly Pulitzer brand
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
names and contained a wall charger, a 12 to 24-volt
car charger, a 30-pin USB cord and a Lightning port
Lifeguard Press has received
six reports of the wall chargers
adapter. The wall chargers are plastic cubes about 1
emitting smoke and sparking
¼ inches long, 1 inch wide and ½ inch tall with two
and six reports of prongs
metal prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet on
detaching from the plug. No
injuries have been reported.
one end and a USB port on the opposite end. Ban.do
full refund.
wall chargers came in the colors yellow and black
and white stripe. Jonathan Adler wall chargers came
in multicolor and blue and white patterns. Lilly
Pulitzer wall chargers came in multicolor floral
patterns.
IMPORTER
Lifeguard Press Inc. Bowling Green, Ky.
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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/UNITED
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Wireless connector and wireless booster
The power adaptor connected
measures: Recall
of the product
KINGDOM
Brand: Sky
to the wireless connector and
NAME: AirTies SC201 Sky Wireless Connector and
booster may have two screws
missing which could cause the
AirTies SB601 Sky Wireless Booster
two halves of the adaptor to
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Wireless connector:
separate and expose the
SC201. Wireless booster: SB601. AC/DC adaptor:
internal wiring.
S06A27-050A100-PB.
DESCRIPTION: The wireless connector permits a
wireless connection between the broadband router
from end users.
relevant national standard.
and the Sky set top box. The wireless booster
extends the Wi-Fi signal to other areas of the home.
Supplied with a power adaptor (a mains power
supply unit).
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Tablet Computer
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Onda
electric shock because the
USB power supply is fitted
NAME: Onda V975m
with a non-compliant adapter
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: V975m
and plug. The user may come
DESCRIPTION: Tablet computer with WLAN
(wireless local area network). The product can be
ordered online.
into contact with live parts and
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
receive an electric shock.
with the R&TTE Directive.
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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Personal computers
The computers’ lithium-ion
UNITS: About 680
batteries can overheat, posing
immediately stop
using the recalled
fire and burn hazards.
personal
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes Sony’s VAIO Flip PC laptops with
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
computers, shut it
down and unplug
model number (product name) SVF11N13CXS. The
computers were sold in three colors silver, black and
Sony is aware of four incidents,
which occurred in Asia, of
it; and contact
pink. They have a Panasonic-manufactured lithium-
computers overheating,
instructions on
ion battery and a folding touch screen that measures
resulting in units smoking,
about 11.6 inches diagonally and a backlit keyboard.
catching on fire and melting.
No injuries have been reported.
how to arrange for
an inspection free
The VAIO logo is etched on the outer top of the
Sony for
of charge to the
computer, near the hinge. The model and serial
consumer and a
numbers are printed on a black label with white
free repair or full
lettering on the underside of the screen. To locate
the label, consumers should open the computer,
refund of the
move the switch from the lock to the release
purchase price.
computer’s
position and flip the display.
IMPORTER
Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
AUSTRALIA
Standard Communications Pty Ltd—GME Accusat
DEFECTS
Consumers should
EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Due to a microprocessor
malfunction, the EPIRB may
check the model
and serial number
Radio beacon that when activated sends a radio
fail the self test procedure.
of their EPIRB. If
signal via satellite or homing frequency to notify of a
HAZARDS
distress situation.
If the defect occurs, the EPIRB
range specified,
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
may not operate in an
they should
Model MT400, MT401, MT403
emergency situation.
contact Standard
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Various marine chandleries and national marine retail
chains, such as Whitworths, Bias and BCF.
SUPPLIER
the EPIRB is from
the serial number
Communications
via email to
[email protected]
or by phone to (02)
8867 6000.
Standard Communications Pty Ltd (GME)
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.gme.net.au
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Fluorescent desk lamp
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
electric shock as the openings
NAME: Professional Table Lamp
for the cable are not fitted with
wire insulating sleeves and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
wire clamps are not used for
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown.
the internal wiring, which can
DESCRIPTION: Fluorescent desk lamp with a T4
come into contact with sharp
metal edges. The live contacts
fluorescent tube. Technical parameters: 220 V - 240
of the fluorescent tube sockets
V/50 Hz; 1x20 W G5. Label on product: "DESK
can be touched when the tube
LAMP". Packaging: cardboard box.
is changed and the insulation
between the live parts and the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
accessible parts of the product
is not sufficient.
60598.
EU/HUNGARY
PRODUCT: Torch
The pins of the built-in plug do
BRAND: Outao
not have an insulating collar;
when inserting the plug the
NAME: LED Rechargeable Flashlight
user may touch the live pins.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 9007-A
The black cover for the LEDs
can be removed by hand
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
during charging leaving live
DESCRIPTION: Rechargeable torch with 7 LEDs. The
parts accessible. The cross
body of the rechargeable torch is made of yellow
section area of the core of the
plastic, with a black operating button and a red
wires is less than required; in
charge indicator lamp. The black cover for the LEDs
can be unscrewed. The battery can be charged by
case of short circuit the wires
means of the telescopic pins of the built-in plug.
fire. The heat and flame
Technical parameters: 220 V – 110 V.
resistance of the insulating
Compulsory
may overheat and can cause a
material that hold the pins of
the built-in plug in position is
not sufficient which could lead
to fire.
60598.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/LITHUANIA
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Rechargeable torch
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: BRIGHTER
NAME: Unknown
protection against access to
live parts is not sufficient and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KM-8636
the insulation materials are not
DESCRIPTION: Rechargeable torch. Plastic
packaging with cardboard covering.
EU/HUNGARY
electric shock because the
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
sufficiently resistant to heat.
standard EN 60598.
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The wire ends soldered to the
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Ante
terminals of the control unit
and to the lamps are not
NAME: 140 lámpa Fényfűzér
adequately protected against
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YJSK
pulling and twisting. The wires
Batch number/Barcode: 5 999048 655127
can come into contact with the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
sharp edges of the control unit.
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 140 blue
miniature lamps. The product can be operated with a
The product is not protected
flashing switch and control unit. Packaging: colourful
recommended for outdoor use.
cardboard box.
The wires can overheat as they
product from the
against moisture although
are too thin.
60598.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
FIRE
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The product does not have a
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: QX
warning that lamps must be
NAME: Window Christmas Lights
replaced with the same type to
avoid overheating.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 432755
Batch number/Barcode: 5 996033 329612
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 50 replaceable
miniature lamps in plastic lamp holders, fixed to a
plastic frame in the form of two five-pointed stars.
product from the
market.
60598.
Packaging: transparent plastic bag with paper label.
EU/SPAIN
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Table lamp
The internal wiring is not
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: B&B
sufficiently protected. Sharp
metal parts can easily break
NAME: Unknown
the cable insulation and the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 55763
users may come into contact
DESCRIPTION: Table lamp with a shade and base
product from the
market.
with live parts, causing an
electric shock.
coloured with orange, white and green stripes.
60598-2.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
ProLED bulbs
The LED bulbs can overheat
UNITS: About 9,500
and fall onto consumers
immediately stop
using the recalled
below, posing impact and burn
LED bulbs,
hazards.
remove the bulbs
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves 14 Halco LED bulb models used
in recessed lights, as outdoor security lighting and in
retail displays. The bulbs have a metal cone-shaped
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
from the fixture
and contact Halco
The firm has received reports
for free
housing, are silver in color, either 14 or 18 watts, and
of five incidents of the LED
replacement LED
have clusters of 6 to 16 LEDs. “ProLED” is printed
bulbs separating from the
bulbs.
on a label on the plastic housing of the bulb along
socket. No injuries have been
reported.
with model numbers, product names, and date
codes. The PAR30 bulbs measure about 4.75 inches
long and 3.75 inches wide. The PAR38 bulbs
measure about 4.75 inches long and 4.75 inches
wide.
IMPORTER
Unknown
AUSTRALIA
HPM Legrand—NELSON MWHH11 – 11 Watt Opti
DEFECTS
Customers who
Beam Portable Work Light
purchased the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
An issue has been detected
with the cord sheath
24 Volt 11 Watt Opti Beam Portable Work Light
anchorage system with
March 1st 2014
potential for the supply cord to
should
separate from the lamp.
immediately stop
using the product
Catalogue Number: MWHH11
Energy Safe Victoria approval of prescribed
equipment: ESV140129
All Tools, AWM Electrical, Mitre 10, Bowen's
and return
If defect occurs, user may
affected item to
come into contact with live
place of purchase
conductors and risk electric
shock.
for a refund.
Alternatively
Bunnings, CNW Electrical , Future Industries
contact HPM
Supplies, Kingsford Timber, Lawrence and Hanson
Legrand customer
service on 1300
Middendorp, Total Tools
SUPPLIER
HPM Legrand
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HAZARDS
product after
369 777 between
9am and 5pm
Monday to Friday
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
for further
http://www.hpmlegrand.com.au/
instructions.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
Intex Group Pty Ltd—Territory Day Promotional
DEFECTS
Immediately stop
Bracelet
The battery compartment is
using the product.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
easily accessible and young
Seek immediate
Battery operated promotional bracelet which
children may gain access to
medical assistance
illuminates when switched on.
the internal button batteries
if a child has
during play.
swallowed a
button battery.
The bracelet features the wording "Territory Day, It's
Our Day."
HAZARDS
Wrap up the
If young children gain access
product and
to the button battery and
dispose of it
directly in the
Supplied through Northern Territory schools, as part
ingest it, they may suffer
internal burn injuries, which
of Territory Day celebrations, in the last weeks of
can result in serious illness and
term (12 June to 20 June 2014)
even death.
rubbish bin.
SUPPLIER
Intex International Group Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/LIECHTENS
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Travel plug adapter
The pins of the plug adaptor
measures:
Warning
TEIN
BRAND: SKROSS
may come loose. If a pin
consumers of the
NAME: Europe to United Kingdom / World to United
detached from the plug adaptor
and remained in the wall
Kingdom
socket, the user could touch
Withdrawal of the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Europe to UK,
the live pin and receive an
product from the
electric shock.
market.
Combo World to UK
Batch number/Barcode: 7640112215508,
7640112218448, 7640112215317, 5411857343540,
risks.
relevant national standard.
Batch numbers 1334 to 1349
DESCRIPTION: Travel plug adapter in blister pack.
There are two different types: EU to UK or World to
UK.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Thailand
EU/POLAND
PRODUCT: Extension lead
The socket is soldered and the
BRAND: BHC
Withdrawal of the
installed which may lead to
product from the
market.
exposure of live parts.
switch, with a cable length of 5 metres packaged in a
measures:
protective cable improperly
NAME: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Extension lead of four sockets and
Voluntary
and the relevant national
standard.
a transparent plastic bag with an attached cardboard
tag.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/POLAND
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: BHC
NAME: Unknown
switch, with a cable length of 1.5 metres packaged in
product from the
market.
standard.
a transparent plastic bag with an attached cardboard
tag.
EU/POLAND
ELECTRIC SHOCK
BRAND: BHC
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
switch, with a cable length of 1.5 metres, packaged
measures:
NAME: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Extension lead of 3 sockets and
Voluntary
standard.
in a a transparent plastic bag with an attached
cardboard tag.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/POLAND
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: BHC
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: no information
switch, with a cable length of 3 metres packaged in a
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard.
transparent plastic bag with an attached cardboard
tag.
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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Other
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Elastic straps
The hook can be easily
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: C.R.A.
deformed and detached from
NAME: Elastic cord 8 arms
the strap, which could lead to
injury of the user. In addition,
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 19748
the labelling and instructions
DESCRIPTION: Elastic luggage straps with hooks on
the ends packed in a transparent plastic bag.
product from the
market.
are insufficient.
with the relevant standard BS
AU 258.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
MTech USA Karambit Neck Knife and Sheath
The sheath does not hold the
knife securely, allowing the
immediately stop
using the recalled
knife to fall out of the sheath
knife and sheath,
UNITS: About 4,000
DESCRIPTION
unexpectedly. This poses a risk
store the knife and
This recall involves the Karambit neck knife and
of laceration to the consumer.
sheath in a safe
sheath. The half-moon shaped knife measures 7
inches in length and was sold in an urban camo print.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
“MTech USA” is laser printed on the blade. Model
None reported
area and contact
Master Cutlery for
instructions on
number MT-664UC-SO is marked on the back of the
obtaining a free
knife. The knife fits into an unmarked molded black
sheath that is about 4.5 inches in length. The sheath
replacement
sheath.
has a snap clip on the back and also comes with a
beaded lanyard chain. Replacement sheaths have
“MTech USA” laser printed on the back.
IMPORTER
Master Cutlery Inc., of Secaucus, New Jersey
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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Single Stage Snow Thrower
Exposure to Chinese gasoline
immediately stop
UNITS: About 10,000
for extended periods of time
using their snow
while testing the product
thrower and
overseas caused the carburetor
contact All-Power
needle to become corroded
and allow fuel to leak, posing a
to obtain a free
repair.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves All Power brand single stage
snow throwers. The snow throwers are black and
yellow and have a red cap on the gas tank. They
have a 20 inch wide snow clearing width and an
87cc, 4 cycle engine. The model number of the
fire hazard to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
on a yellow and black sticker located on the top of
The company has received 58
reports of carburetor leaks. No
the unit with the phrase “20 Inch Clearing Width.”
fires or injuries have been
recalled snow throwers is SB044P which is printed
IMPORTER
reported.
Steele Products, a subsidiary of Jaing Dong North
America (JDNA).
AUSTRALIA
N.L. & Z. Import Company—Hydraulic Bottle &
DEFECTS
Contact N.L. & Z.
Trolley Jacks
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Affected jacks do not comply
with the labelling requirements
Import Company
to arrange for a
Hydraulic Bottle & Trolley Jacks
of the mandatory standard for
replacement label -
trolley jacks (based on the
by calling 03
Australian/New Zealand
Standard : AS/NZS 2615-2004)
95839777 or
emailing
or the mandatory standard for
rachel@promaxpro
BJ-9075, BJ-9076, TJ-9160, TJ-9161, TJ-9162, TJ9163
vehicle jacks (based on the
mo.com.au or
Tools & Electrical Imports, Donnell Trading, Cheap
Australian/New Zealand
Bargains Online, Melbourne Clearance Centre, Ken
Dunstalls Rural, The Clearance Centre, D & L Patton,
Standard : AS/NZS 2693-2007)
return the product
to the place of
as they do not have the correct
purchase for a
B N J Tools, Glen Beecher
warning label attached to the
replacement label.
SUPPLIER
N.L. & Z. Import Company
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
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product.
HAZARDS
Consumers may incorrectly
use the product, creating a
crushing hazard.
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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Stainless steel strainers
CHEMICAL
Migration of chromium (1.4
mg/kg - ppm) and of
manganese (13.7 mg/kg - ppm)
from stainless steel strainers
from China.
Official
detention.
No picture available.
EU/POLAND
EU/ESTONIA
EU/SLOVENIA
PRODUCT: Skimmer
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong
Migration of primary aromatic
amines (62.30; 62.82; 32.55;
µg/kg - ppb) from skimmer
from China, via Hong Kong.
PRODUCT: Melamine kitchen scoops
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Poland
Migration of formaldehyde
(32.1 mg/kg - ppm) from
melamine kitchen scoops from
China, via Poland.
PRODUCT: Set of painted glasses
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Italy
Migration of cadmium (4.4;
6.07 mg/item) and of lead
(50.8; 72.28 mg/item) from set
of painted glasses from
unknown origin, via Italy.
EU/SLOVENIA
CHEMICAL
(5.78; 26.65 mg/item) from set
CHEMICAL
(132.3; 127 mg/item) from set
EU/FRANCE
Detained by
operator.
Re-dispatch.
CATEGORY: Construction products
ASPHYXIATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Smoke detector
The detector is not sufficiently
measures:
Withdrawal of
BRAND: Trésice
sensitive and the acoustic
the product
signal is not loud enough.
from the
NAME: Détecteur de Fumée
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KT-S01
market. Recall
of the product
from end users.
DESCRIPTION: Smoke detector in cardboard box.
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Informing
authorities.
Destruction.
EU/SLOVENIA
Withdrawal
from the
market.
14604.
Destruction of
the product.
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PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/THE
CATEGORY: Gas appliances and components
BURNS, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Portable Gas Stove / Cassette Cooker
The gas cartridge overheats
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Gelert
during use of the appliance
NAME: Unknown
with a pan. It could
consequently explode. In
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BUR011(BDZ-160)
addition, it can easily be
Batch number/Barcode: Z961/32058
any accompanying
measures.
inserted in a wrong manner
DESCRIPTION: It is a metal, single burner, portable
allowing gas to escape. The
product does not comply with
gas stove for use with a non-refillable gas cartridge.
the requirements of the Gas
It’s packed in a black plastic carry case with a
Appliances Directive and the
colourful paper sleeve.
521.
the product and
No pictures are available.
EU/FRANCE
FIRE
Voluntary
The acoustic signal is not loud
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Vigilens
enough and persons may not
hear it in case of a fire.
market. Recall of
NAME: Détecteur de Fumée Interconnectable sans
Fils
product from the
the product from
end users.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model KD 101 LD
Batch number/Barcode: Batch No 09/2008
14604.
Destruction of the
product.
KDH090227/A/SB-2606612/SB-2603642 / Bricocash
central code 92018668
DESCRIPTION: Pack of two smoke detectors.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
EU/FRANCE
FIRE
The detector is not sufficiently
BRAND: Fare
sensitive with respect to the
NAME: Vesta
detection of smoke. This could
prevent users and those
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: B05 C13 093
around them from taking
DESCRIPTION: Smoke detector.
measures necessary to avoid
the risk of fire.
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
Destruction of the
product.
14604.
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PRODUCT
DANGER
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EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Food-imitating products
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Candle
BRAND: Hygge
choking as, due to its
NAME: Happy Birthday
characteristic form, colour and
size, it may be mistaken for
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: EK005
foodstuff. This may lead
children to put pieces in their
DESCRIPTION: Candle in the shape of a small
mouth, suck or ingest them,
which could entail the risk of
brown cake decorated with little sweets in various
choking.
colours. On the top part of the cake, there is a green
piece with a number indicating the age (0-4). The
cake is attached to a paper tray marked “Happy
Birthday” and packed in a transparent plastic box. On
the bottom of the package there is a label with the
following information: brand, safety warnings,
importer, EAN code, Made in China.
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
with the Directive 87/357/EEC
on products which, appearing
to be other than they are,
endanger the health or safety
of consumers.
EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Food-imitating products
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Candle
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Hygge
choking as, due to its
characteristic form, colour and
NAME: Cake candle
size, it may be mistaken for
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CK008
foodstuff. This may lead
children to put pieces in their
DESCRIPTION: Candle in the shape of a little brown
mouth, suck or ingest them,
which could entail the risk of
cake. The cake is attached to a paper tray with the
choking.
inscription “cake candle” and packed in a transparent
plastic box. On the bottom of the package is a label
with the following information: brand, safety
warnings, importer, EAN code.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
with the 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
Big Sword Fountain Devices
The handheld fountain device
immediately stop
UNITS: About 1,040 units
can unexpectedly explode,
using the recalled
posing a risk of impact and
fireworks devices
burn to the user.
and return them to
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
the place of
purchase to
The firm has received two
receive a full
and yellow sword has the Big Fireworks logo and the
reports of the fountain
refund.
words “Big Sword” printed on the front. A yellow
exploding while in use. No
cardboard tag attached to the handle of the device
injuries have been reported.
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Big Sword fireworks devices. The
mock sword is a handheld fountain that is intended
to emit sparks from the tip of the sword. The blue
has “Big Sword” and a caution statement printed on
it. The sword measures 30 inches and has model
number 3609 printed above the product’s barcode.
IMPORTER
Phoenix Imports, of Fort Mill, South Carolina
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Folding Bicycle
BRAND: B' Twin
injuries because the folding
brackets may, in very rare
NAME: TILT 5, 7, 9 and E-TILT 5
cases or in special
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TILT 5, 7, 9 and E-TILT
circumstances, open
5; product refs. 8202736, 8202737, 8213950,
unexpectedly and cause the
8233741, 8202739, 82451
rider to fall.
Voluntary
measures: Recall
of the product
from end users.
DESCRIPTION: Red folding bicycle, packaging
unknown; maximum rider weight: 120 kg.
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NOTIFYING
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PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Fitness resistance bands with door anchor
A black plastic ball attached to
attachment
the resistance band’s door
immediately stop
using the door
UNITS: About 60,000 in the U.S. and 3,000 in
anchor can unexpectedly
attachment and
Canada
release and strike the user,
contact Bollinger
posing an injury hazard to
consumers.
Fitness on
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Bollinger Fitness Classic and
SoftTouch resistance bands with door attachment,
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
model numbers 5771, 5772, 5773, 5774 and 5775.
There has been one report of
The 4 foot long resistance bands are made of gray
rubber with gray, red, black or blue accents and have
the door anchor ball releasing
resulting in an injury to the
black foam handles and a door attachment. A 5 inch
user.
instruction on how
to receive a free
replacement door
attachment,
including free
shipping.
long strap of nylon webbing is looped onto the band
with a plastic ball attached or encased that serves as
a door anchor. The Bollinger Fitness logo appears on
the handles. The model number can be found on the
product’s packaging.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: China and Taiwan
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Bicycle
The product poses risks of
BRAND: SCOTT
injuries because the steering
tube of the front fork can
NAME: Scott Speedster
fracture and lead to immediate
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2014 models :
loss of rider control over the
Speedster 30 and 40, Contessa Speedster 25 and
bicycle.
Voluntary
measures: Recall
of the product
from end users.
35;
DESCRIPTION: Front forks of road bikes with the
following serial numbers are affected : AS30500001–
AS30504930 AS30700001–AS30704651
AS30900001–AS30903278 AS31100001–
AS31103744 AS40101604–AS40105463
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Cambodia
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PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/BELGIUM
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Fishing game
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: LG
choking because the magnet
NAME: Unknown
on the fishing rod can easily
detach and be swallowed by
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: item no LG4887,
small children.
lotnumber 105AO1275
DESCRIPTION: The fishing game consists of a rod
and various sea creatures in plastic.
from end users.
with the Toy Safety Directive
standard EN 71-1.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy trumpet
The mouthpiece of the trumpet
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Fantastiko
as well as small fragments of
the red decorative band can
NAME: Unknown
easily detach: small children
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 42144
may put them in the mouth
DESCRIPTION: Toy trumpet in golden plastic with a
white mouthpiece. A red plastic band and a short red
cord are both attached to the product. It is supplied
in a transparent plastic bag with a cardboard label.
product from the
market.
and choke on them.
Toy Safety Directive and the
71-1.
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PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
SUFFOCATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Fancy dress costume
Given the opening of the
BRAND: Centroxogo
NAME: Unknown
thin and it may cover the
mouth and nose of children
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. CB3008
who may suffocate.
DESCRIPTION: Ladybird costume including wings,
headband and wand. It is supplied in a plastic bag
with a sticker.
EU/CZECH
REPUBLIC
packaging, the plastic is too
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
71-1.
.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
The product poses a chemical
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
risk because it contains 0.21 %
by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl)
NAME: Vogue Girl
phthalate (DEHP). According to
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.8061
the REACH Regulation the
Batch number/Barcode: #10090428, 40596, 120273,
EAN: 8592117405967
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll approx 25 cm tall with
long blond hair pulled back in a ponytail. The doll may
have different type of dresses. The packaging has
English inscriptions “ COOL & INTERESTING!, Really
Exciting“ and "Ages 3+".
product from the
market.
phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP
are prohibited in all toys and
childcare articles, while
phthalates DINP, DIDP and
DNOP are prohibited in toys or
childcare articles that can be
placed in the mouth by
children.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong
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ADOPTED
EU/CZECH
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
REPUBLIC
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: My Fashion
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8595239601316
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Four different plastic dolls,
individually packaged (height 25 cm) with a large
head with different coloured hair and dresses.
children.
.
EU/CZECH
REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: WIKY
by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl)
NAME: Fashion girl Flashing enter
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: T2068
the REACH Regulation,
Batch number/Barcode: 114011 EAN: 8590331140114
market.
DESCRIPTION: Blond plastic doll about 30 cm tall
with green dress with a brooch.
product from the
DNOP are prohibited when the
toy or the childcare article can
be placed in the mouth by
children.
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ADOPTED
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Pull-along toy
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: FunToys
choking because small parts
NAME: Animals
can easily detach and could be
swallowed by small children.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NGTC 129291
DESCRIPTION: Moving worm with soother, made of
hard plastic with two large front wheels and two
smaller body wheels. By pulling a cord the worm
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
standard EN 71-1.
.
moves.
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
PRODUCT: Plastic toy
BRAND: Unknown
can easily detach and could be
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NGT 9058869
DESCRIPTION: Moving butterfly on wheels. Hard
plastic toy with push handle with yellow wings and
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
standard EN 71-1.
rattles inside. Colourful stickers with plastic wrap.
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ADOPTED
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Magnetic toy
BRAND: Plastwood
injuries (intestinal blockage)
NAME: Supermag
because the magnets have a
high magnetic flux value and if
more than one small magnet is
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
swallowed they can be
DESCRIPTION: Magnetic construction kit packed in
attracted to one another
through the gut wall, causing
cardboard box covered with plastic film.
perforation or blockage. In
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
addition the product poses a
risk of choking.
standard EN71-1.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Fancy dress wig
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Funny Box
burns due to its high
flammability.
market. Recall of
NAME: Paróka
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YIFUN018
DESCRIPTION: A long black wig with a white mop
product from the
the product from
end users.
standard EN 71-2.
of hair. Packaging: plastic bag
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ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Decorative hair-band
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: AAA Nagyker
flammability.
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: unknown
DESCRIPTION: Decorative plastic hair-band with
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 71-2.
angel halo decorated with thin, silver fibres.
Packaging: plastic bag
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
PRODUCT: Butterfly headdress
BRAND: Unknown
burns due to the high
flammability of the antennae of
NAME: Lepke fejdísz ('butterfly headdress')
the headpiece. If the child
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: PG-LEPF
wears the headpiece and it
DESCRIPTION: A pink headdress decorated with
feathers, wings and antennae. The headdress is
similar to a butterfly. Packaging: transparent plastic
bag.
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catches fire, the child may burn
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
mostly on the face and the
upper parts of the head.
standard EN 71-2.
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EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Costume beard
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Hua Hao
NAME: Unknown
flammability of the material of
the beard. If the child wears
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XXO22
the beard and it catches fire,
DESCRIPTION: Costume beard made of black
plastic fibres. The product can be fixed on the head
with rubber. Packaging: Plastic bag.
EU/HUNGARY
the child may burn mostly on
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
the face.
standard EN 71-2.
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
PRODUCT: Fancy-dress costume
BRAND: WIDMANN
product from the
flammability of the lion's mane.
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
NAME: Lion
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 3605L
the product from
end users.
DESCRIPTION: The lion costume includes a brown
standard EN 71-2.
polyester jumpsuit and a headpiece (mane).
Packaging: transparent plastic bag. Size: 104 cm (2-3
years)
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ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Carnival mask
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: PrintgoParty
NAME: Party Termékek (party products)
flammability of the feathers. If
children wear the mask and it
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: PG-CSTÁ
catches fire, they may suffer
DESCRIPTION: Venetian eye mask made of plastic
polyester with feathers, supplied in a plastic bag
sealed with cardboard.
EU/HUNGARY
burns mostly on the face.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
This product does not comply
71-2.
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Mask
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Ante
flammability of the mask. If
NAME: Unknown
exposed to a flame, the mask
would burn too fast.
DESCRIPTION: Mask with colourful feathers,
sequins, beads and lace in a transparent plastic bag.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 71-2.
EU/SWEDEN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
PRODUCT: Rattle
The handle of the rattle is too
BRAND: Magtoys
Voluntary
measures: Other.
long: children may put it in the
mouth where it may get stuck
NAME: Unknown
and obstruct the airways.
DESCRIPTION: Light blue, wooden maracas (rattle)
with a printed dolphin. Dimensions: length 22 cm;
weight approx 68 grams.
71-1.
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EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Fancy-dress headdress
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Party Favors
flammability of the feathers
and of the paper strip. If
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 182/1F
children wear the headdress
and it catches fire, they may
DESCRIPTION: Fancy-dress indian headdress
suffer burns mostly on the face
and the upper parts of the
consisting of a colourful paper strip on which six
head.
colourful feathers are fixed. The product is supplied in
a plastic bag sealed with cardboard.
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
71-2.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
BURNS
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Carnival mask
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
flammability. If exposed to a
NAME: "Tollas szemmaszk" (feathered eye mask)
flame, the mask would burn
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JAP 2658
too fast.
DESCRIPTION: Glittery purple eye mask decorated
with feathers in plastic packaging.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 71-2.
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EU/UNITED
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Magnets
measures: Recall
of the product
KINGDOM
BRAND: Tobar
NAME: Powerbuzz Magnets
because the small magnets
have a high magnetic flux value
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model Number: 12463
and if more than one magnet is
Batch number/Barcode: C12 - J13
swallowed they can be
DESCRIPTION: Powerful, oval, iron oxide magnets
attracted to one another
through the gut wall, causing
(magnetic flux density of between 1500 to 1600
perforation or blockage.
Gauss) in a plastic blister pack backed with card.
from end users.
standard EN71-1.
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES, CHOKING
PRODUCT: Plastic gun with arrows
BRAND: Unknown
injuries because the suction
cups can be easily detached,
NAME: Soft bullet gun
thus, if the projectile is fired
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NGTC 035979 /
without the suction cup it could
NO.0619
hit someone in the face and
DESCRIPTION: Hard plastic set consisting of a
green toy gun in the shape of a car and a spring
ejector, three black arrows with pink, translucent,
polymer suction cups at the end and a shooting
target on the cardboard packaging.
Compulsory
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
eyes. The detached suction
cups also pose a risk of
choking.
standard EN 71.
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EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
Fibrous, stuffing material is
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Famosa
easily accessible and a child
NAME: Babyland
could put the filling in his/her
mouth, which would cause an
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article 700008232 ,
obstruction to the airways.
SA3256
DESCRIPTION: Soft padded baby doll with plastic
head and limbs. The doll produces sounds and is
product from the
market.
71-1.
supplied attached to a cardboard sheet.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Costume Cape
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Party Fiesta
strangulation due to the
presence of functional cords in
NAME: Horror Cape
the neck area of the cape.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 179588 (purple)
and 179585 (red)
with the relevant European
Standard EN 14682.
product from the
market.
1795850010000
DESCRIPTION: Costume cape with functional cords
in the neck area.
PACKAGING: transparent plastic bag with a sheet of
cardboard inside featuring a picture of a child wearing
the cape.
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EU/CZECH
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
REPUBLIC
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Happy girl
phthalate (DEHP).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO:
According to the REACH
1835137288
Regulation the phthalates
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8595586351377
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 30 cm tall with
pink shoes and with long hair pulled back in a
ponytail. The dolls have different type of dresses and
hair. On tha packaging there are inscriptions: “Happy
EU/DENMARK
product from the
market.
prohibited in all toys and
girl, Happiness from now on, Cute girl, Lovely girl“.
children.
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Babies' activity toy
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Out of the blue
choking because it can break
and release small parts that
NAME: Wooden worm - Trælarve
can easily detach and be
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. no.: 76/5169
Batch number/Barcode: Bar code: 4029811279135
DESCRIPTION: A toy composed of wooden balls.
Each section of the toy is held together with elastic
so that it can be bent and folded. The product is
packed in a transparent plastic bag.
from end users.
71-1.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Fengxin Craft Toys
NAME: Happy Every Day - Beautiful
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 613A
phthalates DEHP, DBP and
DESCRIPTION: A musical doll wearing a wedding
BBP are prohibited in all toys
and childcare articles, while
dress. Packaged in individual cardboard boxes
bearing the brand name. The front is transparent. The
back bears a label with information on the importer
and the manufacturer, the CE marking, the reference
number and a warning that the toy is not
children. The battery
recommended for children under 3 years of age.
compartment can easily be
opened leaving the small
button batteries accessible. If
ingested by children, the
batteries may pose a chemical
risk.
62115.
EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Toys
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Puffer ball
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Yo-Yo Ball
strangulation because it can be
NAME: Unknown
stretched considerably,
presenting a risk of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: C391
strangulation if children tie it
DESCRIPTION: Rubber puffer balls in
phosphorescent colours. Each ball has a face with
eyes, a nose and a mouth, attached to an elastic
strand with a loop at the end from which it can be
product from the
market.
around their necks.
standard EN 71-1.
hung. The product is sold in a cardboard box marked
"Puffer Balls" and "Made in China". The packages
contain an assortment of colours.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic Doll
measures:
Import rejected
BRAND: Unknown
risk because it contains over
NAME: Pretty
25% by weight of bis (2ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 558A
the head and the shoes.
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll in a blue dress.
Packaging made of cardboard and plastic
at border.
Regulation the phthalates DEHP,
DBP and BBP are prohibited in
all toys and childcare articles,
while phthalates DINP, DIDP and
placed in the mouth by children.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Import rejected
BRAND: Unknown
risk because the head of the doll
at border.
contains more than 25% by
NAME: Sweet Girl
weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 6128
phthalate (DEHP).
DESCRIPTION: Doll in a shiny pink dress. Packaging
Regulation the phthalates DEHP,
made of cardboard and plastic.
DBP and BBP are prohibited in
all toys and childcare articles,
while phthalates DINP, DIDP and
placed in the mouth by children.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy xylophone
The small screws of the
measures:
Import rejected
BRAND: Yi Zhi Toys
xylophone can easily detach:
NAME: Music Zone
small children may put them in
the mouth and choke on them.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 0910 , Article No:
938865
with the requirements of the Toy
Safety Directive and the relevant
DESCRIPTION: Toy xylophone with coloured plastic
at border.
European standard EN 71-1.
keys, supplied in a blister packaging.
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EU/BELGIUM
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Toy truck
The product poses a risk of choking due to
measures:
Recall of the
BRAND: Novel
the presence of small parts (the wheels)
NAME: Most new catena
which can easily detach and be swallowed
by small children.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LG024145
The product does not comply with the Toy
Safety Directive and with the relevant
DESCRIPTION: Two toy trucks in a plastic
product from
end users.
European standard EN 71-1.
packaging with cardboard.
EU/ITALY
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL,
PRODUCT: Bubble gun
DAMAGE TO SIGHT
BRAND: JIYONG
The product poses a chemical risk because
of the
the plastic cable contains di-(2-ethylhexyl)
product from
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: N°: JY989-A
phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted
levels and releases an excessive amount of
the market.
lead (measured values: DEHP 4.7% by
product from
weight; lead 98 mg/kg).
end users.
NAME: Flash Bubble Gun
DESCRIPTION: A battery-operated, plastic
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal
soap bubble gun in the form of a fish,
According to the REACH Regulation the
packaged in a blister pack. The packaging has
phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are
various indications in English.
prohibited in all toys and childcare articles,
Recall of the
while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are
prohibited in toys or childcare articles that
can be placed in the mouth by children.
The product poses a risk of damage to sight
because the fixed light blue LED used does
not meet the requirements of Class 1. In
addition, the required warnings, advisory
messages and safety information on the
product and instructions are missing or do
not appear in the official language of the
country.
The product does not comply with the
requirements of the Toy Safety Directive,
the relevant European standards EN 62115,
EN 71-1 and EN 71-3 (version EN 71-3:1994,
as the toys concerned were seized by the
authorities before 20 July 2013 and hence
the chemical requirements of Directive
88/378 applied).
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Magnetic fishing toy
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Fishing Game
because it contains a small
magnet cube with a high
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: PT131780; No: 3399
magnetic flux value. The
DESCRIPTION: Fishing game consisting of 1 rod, 1
landing net, 1 starfish, 1 turtle and 6 fishes. The
packaging is a transparent blister pack on cardboard.
product poses a risk of choking
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
because small parts can easily
be swallowed by children.
standard EN71-1.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: unknown
risk because the head of the
doll contains 37 % by weight
NAME: Angel Girl
of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
(DEHP).
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll dressed in a yellow and
black casual dress. Packaging: a cardboard box with a
transparent window.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
children.
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CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
REPUBLIC
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Violetta
dolls contain 7.15% by weight
of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.585
(DEHP).
Batch number/Barcode: ART NO: 1841478240 EAN:
8595586414782
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 30 cm tall. Ages
3+. Plastic and cardboard packaging.
product from the
market.
children.
EU/CZECH
REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
dolls contain 11.2 % by weight
NAME: NOVI Stars - Cosmic Show
of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.B96
(DEHP).
Batch number/Barcode: ITEM NO: TC140232 EAN:
8006050002324
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 24 cm tall,
resembling an extraterrestrial, with blue long hair,
supplied in plastic and cardboard packaging. Ages
3+.
product from the
market.
children.
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EU/POLAND
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Puzzle mat
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: EVA puzzle mats
can be easily detached and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MPH65328
DESCRIPTION: A puzzle mat with images of animals
product from the
market.
standard EN 71.
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Soap bubble toy
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: unknown
risk because the flexible plastic
of the translucent tube
NAME: Bubble
contains up to 4.4 % by weight
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No 6698
of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 5 400311 820710
weight of DBP (dibutyl
phthalate) and up to 0.18 % by
cm long, with a small plastic bottle (height 8.5cm) of
weight of phthalates DINP (di-
bubble liquid, presented together in a cardboard
isononyl phthalate).
market.
(DEHP), up to 10.2 % by
DESCRIPTION: Transparent plastic saxophone, 18
blister pack of 18x20 cm
product from the
children.
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CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Tricycle
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
injuries because the slots and
NAME: Unknown
openings of the pedalled wheel
are too big, and the child’s feet
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. KR-02
can slip from the pedals and be
DESCRIPTION: Tricycle made of metal frame and
rigid plastic with pedals on the front wheel,
adjustable push handle, folding footrests and
removable roof. Removable rigid rear and soft front
baskets bags. Purple plastic seat with safety
product from the
market.
injured.
standard EN 71-1.
backrest. Metal and plastic fasteners. Toy-weight 8,7
kg, dimensions-(85x50x102 cm).
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Tricycle
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
injuries because the slots and
openings of the pedalled wheel
NAME: Unknown
are too big, and the child’s feet
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. KR-01
can slip from the pedals and be
DESCRIPTION: Tricycle with inflatable wheels. Pink
metal frame and rigid plastic with pedals on the front
wheel, adjustable push handle, folding footrests and
removable roof. Removable rigid rear and soft front
baskets bags. Screwed pink plastic seat with
product from the
market.
injured.
standard EN 71-1.
adjustable distance from the steering wheel. Metal
and plastic fasteners. Toy-weight 10,6 kg,
dimensions-(85x50x102 cm).
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CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy gun
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: unknown
injuries because the kinetic
NAME: Super Ejection Gun
energy of the pieces of plastic
ejected is too high, exceeding
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HLX 015740; NO 7155
the permitted levels.
DESCRIPTION: Blue plastic toy gun with 4 discshaped projectiles in a blister pack.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 71-1.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Hot water bottle
The product contains fibrous
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: La Chaise Longue
filling material which is easily
accessible. A child may put this
product from the
market.
NAME: Nanuk
material in his/her mouth
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 33-25-009
leading to obstruction of the
Destruction of the
airways.
product.
DESCRIPTION: White stuffed teddy bear containing
a rubber hot water bottle.
71-1.
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CORRIGENDUM
CHOKING, INJURIES
Compulsory
Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS-
Consumer Products– June 1 - 15 –2014 has been
choking and injuries because
measures: Import
rejected at border.
added as well as information on voluntary corrective
measures taken by the importer.
the spaces between the bars
are not appropriate and the
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
equipment
plastic of the joint on the top
left of the barrier may break
PRODUCT: Safety barriers
easily. The product does not
comply with the relevant
BRAND: BRICONORD
European standard EN 1930.
NAME: OLYMPOS
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: OLYMPOS 3 - B06 FSCPUR
DESCRIPTION: Barrier composed of two sliding
wooden parts, allowing adjustments lengthways
along the barrier.
EU/FRANCE
equipment
PRODUCT: Baby carrier
BRAND: DEUTER
CHOKING
choking because the elastic
strap facing the child's chin
may break easily, releasing
NAME: Kid Comfort III
small, oval buttons that could
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Kid Comfort III/
be swallowed by children.
Reference : 36524, Year 2014
with the European standard EN
13209.
DESCRIPTION: Backpack baby carrier with
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
anthracite coloured frame – max. weight: 22 kg; age
range: 9 to 36 months.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Vietnam
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CHEMICAL
Voluntary
measures: Recall
of the product
equipment
PRODUCT: Babies' bib
risk because it contains 26%
BRAND: BC Baby
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.180741/18354
phthalates DEHP, DBP and
BBP are prohibited in all toys
and childcare articles, while
DESCRIPTION: Babies' bib in white colour with a
yellow border and a picture of a boy with the
inscription 'Baseball'.
from end users.
children.
EU/FINLAND
equipment
PRODUCT: Babies' teething ring
BRAND: Emma
NAME: Viilentävä purulelu
CHOKING
Compulsory
When a baby is on his back and
measures: Import
rejected at border.
chewing the product, leaking
water may get into his
respiratory tract causing a
choking hazard.
DESCRIPTION: A plastic green/white teething ring.
The product contains water to cool the baby's gums.
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INJURIES
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
equipment
PRODUCT: Child’s bicycle seat
injuries because the fixing
BRAND: Baoqi
solution of the child seat is
inappropriate so the seat may
NAME: Unknown
slip down from the bicycle
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BG-5
frame.
DESCRIPTION: A grey plastic child seat intended to
be mounted on the rear luggage carrier or the cycle
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 14344.
set-tube of the bicycle. The safety belts are yellow.
The product has ring-shaped handrails, which are
built into the seat's sidewall. Capacity: 22 kg.
EU/SPAIN
equipment
PRODUCT: Child's bathtub with metal stand
BRAND: Bebé Jou
NAME: Unknown
INJURIES, CHOKING,
Compulsory
ENTRAPMENT
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
injuries because it is not
market.
sufficiently stable and can
overturn easily. The product
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 416001 and
poses a risk of choking
616033 (bathtub) ref. 230101A - 103 Alu White (stand)
because the plastic plug
detaches easily and may be
8714929160204 and 8714929304010
DESCRIPTION: A plastic bathtub with a metal stand
with 4 legs (the two components are sold
separately). The legs of the stand are foldable with
Moreover, the product has
gaps and openings which pose
entrapment hazards.
rubber protectors at the bottom, and in the middle of
the stand there is a tray. Part of this slides out to act
as a tray for placing small items. The legs are packed
in a cardboard box bearing the reference, the bar
code and the brand name. On the top of the box
there is a statement in French indicating that it
should be used with a "Bébé Jou" stand. On the back
of the box there is a statement in several languages
indicating that it is a 'thermobath'.
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Cots4tots Pty Ltd—5 in 1 Sleigh Cot
DEFECTS
All affected
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The cot does not comply with
customers should:
Sleigh 5 in 1 baby cot with sliding drop side rail.
the mandatory Australian
• Stop using the
standard, AS/NZS 2172:2003
cot immediately.
Cots for household use—
• Not re-gift or sell
safety and performance
requirements. There were
any used cots.
Batch number: SDK130068
Production Date: MARCH 2014 (located on the slats
of the cot)
multiple failures related to
labelling and non-compliance
Cots4tots Pty Ltd
with the requirements for drop
sides of cots.
SUPPLIER
Cots4tots Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
HAZARDS
The cot failed to comply with
http://www.cots4tots.com.au
the various design, safety and
performance and marking
requirements of the mandatory
standard, and poses an
entrapment hazard.
AUSTRALIA
Vicky Sun Pty Ltd—3 in 1 Wooden Sleigh Baby Cot
DEFECTS
All affected
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
customers should:
3 in 1 Wooden Sleigh Baby Cot in walnut colour. Sold
The walnut cot does not
comply with the mandatory
with drawer, teething rail, and toddler rail.
Australian standard, AS/NZS
cot immediately
2172:2003 Cots for household
• not re-gift or sell
use—safety and performance
any used cots
YJ-Cot-Walnut-8033
multiple failures related to
VickySun.com
labelling and non-compliance
SUPPLIER
Vicky Sun Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.vickysun.com
with the requirements for drop
• stop using the
• contact Vicky
Sun Pty Ltd to
arrange for their
sides of cots.
cots to be
collected and
HAZARDS
destroyed (at Vicky
Sun Pty Ltd's
expense) and a
full-refund for the
cost of the walnut
standard. The product poses
3 in 1 wooden
numerous risks, including the
sleigh cot.
risks of suffocation and
entrapment particularly, to
vulnerable infants using this
product.
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A Plus Buy—Stanton Convertible Crib - Classic White
DEFECTS
All affected
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Stanton Convertible Crib
customers should:
Stanton Convertible Crib in Classic White colour.
does not comply with the
• stop using the
Australian Mandatory Standard,
cot immediately
AS/NZS 2172:2003 Cots for
any used cots
household use—safety and
performance requirements.
A Plus Buy
There were multiple failures
Model no. 6816029
SUPPLIER
A Plus Buy
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
related to labelling and noncompliance with the
requirements for the cots.
• contact A Plus
Buy to arrange for
their cots to be
collected and
destroyed (at A
HAZARDS
Plus Buy's
expense) and a
full-refund for the
requirements of the Mandatory
Stanton
Standard, and poses an
Convertible Crib.
cost of the
entrapment hazard.
AUSTRALIA
Belly 2 Baby—Virginia Sleigh Cot
DEFECTS
All affected
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Virginia Sleigh Cot does
not comply with the mandatory
customers should:
Australian standard, AS/NZS
cot immediately
2172:2003 Cots for household
7/10D Childs Road
use—safety and performance
any used cots
Chipping Norton
NSW
multiple failures related to non-
Virginia Sleigh Cot - White - CB 323
ID Label
CB 323
Belly 2 Baby
SUPPLIER
Belly 2 Baby
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://belly2baby.com.au/
compliance with the safety and
performance requirements for
• stop using the
• return the cot to
their nearest Belly
2 Baby store for a
the cots.
full refund of the
purchase price, or
HAZARDS
contact Belly 2
Baby to arrange
for an alternative
method of return.
standard. The product poses
numerous risks, including the
risks of suffocation and
entrapment particularly, to
vulnerable infants using this
product.
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CORRIGENDUM
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Voluntary
Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS-
The product poses a
Consumer Products– June 16 - 30 –2014 has been
microbiological risk because it
measures:
Withdrawal of the
permanently removed following a re-assessment by
the notifying authorities of the risk posed by the
is contaminated by pathogenic
organisms such as
product.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa,
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
product from the
market.
which can cause severe
infections.
PRODUCT: Hand cream
BRAND: B. Braun
with the Cosmetic Products
NAME: Trixo -lind pure
Regulation.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Trixo-lind pure "West" 500 ml
Batch number/Barcode: 7 612449100550
DESCRIPTION: Hand cream for sensitive skins.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Switzerland
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Tattoo ink
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Eternal Ink
risk because it contains barium
(152 mg/kg), chromium (83
NAME: Decomposed Skin
mg/kg), arsenic (123 mg/kg)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Lot: 236,
and nickel (measured value:
Best before date: 08/23/15, Date of manufacture:
market.
15.4 mg/kg).
23/08/2012
According to the Council of
Batch number/Barcode: Batch: # Z05
Europe Resolution ResAP
(2008) 1, the level of barium in
DESCRIPTION: 30ml plastic bottle with self-
tattoo inks cannot exceed 50
adhesive label, black screw-top with a dispensing
mg/kg, the level of chromium
nozzle and rotating cap.
cannot exceed 0.2 mg/kg, the
level of arsenic 2 mg/kg. The
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
product from the
nickel levels in tattoo inks and
permanent make-up must be
as low as technically
achievable as nickel has a high
allergenic potential. Also, the
the relevant national legislation.
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CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Tattoo ink
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: WEFA Colors
risk because it contains
NAME: BROWN 2004 PYBR
arsenic, lead and nickel above
the permitted levels (measured
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BROWN 2004 PYBR
values: arsenic: 8.8 mg/kg;
Batch number/Barcode: BR60408141, Best before
date: 05.2015; BR3038098, Best before date:
10.2014
market.
lead: 6.7 mg/kg; nickel: 67.8
mg/kg). According to the
Council of Europe Resolution
ResAP (2008) on requirements
DESCRIPTION: Transparent plastic bottle with
and criteria for the safety of
screw cap and dispensing nozzle, 60 ml or 30 ml,
self-adhesive label.
tattoos and permanent makeup, the levels of lead and
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
product from the
arsenic should not exceed 2
mg/kg, whereas the nickel
levels in tattoo inks must be as
low as technically achievable
as nickel has a high allergenic
potential.
EU/AUSTRIA
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Skin lightening product
measures:
Warning
BRAND: Bio-Claire
risk as it contains clobetasol
propionate (measured value:
NAME: Lightening body lotion without hydroquinone
0.0094% by weight) which
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 350 ml/11.8 fl oz
belongs to the glucocorticoid
DESCRIPTION: Skin lightening lotion. Bottle made
out of white plastic.
consumers of the
risks.
class.
Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Senegal
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CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Skin lightening product
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Angel Cosmetics
NAME: CARO LIGHT - Lightening lotion
hydroquinone (measured value:
0.2%).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 30 ml
Batch number/Barcode: Lot : F0712
DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle with dropper, fitted
product from the
market.
Regulation.
with an orange-coloured screw cap.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic Of
Congo
AUSTRALIA
Woolworths Ltd—Select Drain Cleaner 1L (re-
DEFECTS
Customers should
announcement)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The child resistant cap has
been associated with a
immediately
dispose of any
Liquid drain cleaner used in a domestic environment
potential safety hazard where
Select Drain
to unblock drains. The product contains 190g/L of
the cap may be ineffective and
Cleaner 1 Litre
Sodium Hydroxide and is a Scheduled Poison S6 and
a Dangerous Good Class 8 Corrosive.
not lock securely on the bottle.
marked with
“Made in China”
This recall was first published on 17 April 2014 (PRA
Drain cleaner is a poisonous
usage directions
2014/14064). The recall is being re-advertised in
and corrosive substance. If the
order to alert consumers to the hazard of the ChildResistant Cap not locking securely and improve the
bottle tips over or is dropped
and the cap fails, the corrosive
as indicated on the
label and
return rate.
contents could splash on the
out the container
user or bystander, potentially
causing personal injury. Young
and cap with cold
water. A receipt
714069
HAZARDS
by following the
thoroughly rinse
children may be able to open
for the product
the bottle and come into
and/or rinsed out
Woolworths, Safeway, Food4Less, and Flemings
contact with or consume its
stores nationwide
contents, which are poisonous
bottle can be
presented to any
SUPPLIER
and corrosive.
Woolworths or
Woolworths Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
Safeway store for
a full refund.
http://www.woolworths.com.au
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SOFTLINES: TEXTILE AND CLOTHING
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's jacket
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: QiFeng
NAME: Unknown
presence of drawstrings in the
hood, with knots and toggles
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 5027B
on the ends. The cord is
elastic: if a child pulls it, the
DESCRIPTION: Green, white and orange jacket for
toggles may spring back into
the eyes and face causing
children, with hood. The sizes are: 122-128.
injuries.
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 14682.
EU/CYPRUS
STRANGULATION, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Yike
strangulation and injuries due
to the presence of free end
NAME: Unknown
halter neck cords and
functional cords that are tied at
DESCRIPTION: Green, fuchsia and orange coloured
girls’ bikini intended for children of 3 years. The bikini
is designed with free end halter neck cords and
product from the
market.
the back.
standard EN-14682.
functional cords that are tied at the back.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ICELAND
STRANGULATION
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Girls' coat
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Ilovegorgeous
NAME: Fur Collar Coat
the neck area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AW13MD06OAT
Batch number/Barcode: unknown
DESCRIPTION: An oatmeal coloured, wool velour
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
coat with a dusty pink, faux fur collar. The collar has
cords. Available in sizes 2-3 years up to 12-13 years.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
EU/CYPRUS
INJURIES, STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: YIKE
to the presence of free-end
NAME: Unknown
halter neck cords and
drawstrings that are tied at the
risk of injuries due to the
presence of functional cords at
intended for children of 8 years. The bikini is
the waist area.
drawstrings that are tied at the back. It also has
functional cords at the waist area, 25 cm long each
side.
market.
back of bikini. It also poses a
DESCRIPTION: Light blue coloured girls’ bikini
designed with free-end halter neck cords and
product from the
The bikini does not comply
standard EN-14682.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CYPRUS
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' swimsuit
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Yike
strangulation because of the
NAME: Unknown
presence of free end functional
cords in the neck area. The
product from the
market.
the relevant European standard
EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: Light pink coloured girls’ swimsuit
intended for children of 4 years. The swimsuit is
designed with free end halter neck cords.
EU/SPAIN
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Sweatshirt for babies
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Young Dimension/Primark
choking because it contains
small parts (the buttons) that
NAME: Unknown
may easily detach and be
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 93379 (sizes 9 to
24 months)
The products do not comply
with the relevant national
DESCRIPTION: Pink sweatshirt for babies with
product from the
market.
standard UNE 40902.
white dots and a rabbit with a sequin bow and five
buttons in the front. No packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ROMANIA
STRANGULATION, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's sports outfit
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Citycool
NAME: Unknown
to the presence of drawstrings
in the hood and waist area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZZM-228
Batch number/Barcode: not available
DESCRIPTION: The clothing set consists of a
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
sweatshirt with a hood containing drawstrings,
trousers and a T-shirt; it is intended for children up to
five years of age. The sweatshirt bears the
inscription "Street Original 32".
EU/ROMANIA
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's sports outfit
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Citycool
NAME: Unknown
the hood.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZZM-230
DESCRIPTION: Children's sports clothing set in two
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
parts, in white and blue colours, intended for children
up to 6 years old. The set consists of trousers and a
jacket with a hood with a free drawstring of length
190 mm.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ROMANIA
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: B&Q kid’s Collection
NAME: Unknown
the hood.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NS 308
DESCRIPTION: Children's jacket in blue and red
product from the
market.
standard EN 14682.
colours, intended for children up to 5 years old. The
jacket has a hood with zipper and free drawstring,
200 mm length, unpackaged.
EU/ROMANIA
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Setty Koop
NAME: Unknown
hood area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NY 742
with the EN 14682.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Children's jacket with a hood in
green and pink colours, intended for children up to 6
years old. The hood has a free drawstring 150 mm in
length.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ROMANIA
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's suit
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Happy Tree
hood area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HR 1030
with the relevant standard EN
DESCRIPTION: Children's suit in blue and light
product from the
market.
14682.
green colour, with green zipper intended for 4-6
months old children. The hood is attached to the
jacket and has a free cord with a length of 210 mm.
There is a label on the garment.
EU/HUNGARY
INJURIES
PRODUCT: Girls' trousers
BRAND: Hong
injuries due to the presence of
a non-fixed drawstring with
NAME: Unknown
free ends in the waist area.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: A924
Compulsory
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: Leisure trousers for girls. The
waistband of the trousers includes an unattached
drawstring with free ends. The trousers are available
in yellow, red and pink colours. Sizes: 98-128
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: H.Plenty
NAME: Unknown
presence of a drawstring
placed in the hood with free
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZF8302 H88-0018
ends.
DESCRIPTION: Black and green sweatshirt for
children with a hood, zip-fastener and kangaroo
product from the
market. Recall of
the product from
end users.
standard EN 14682.
pockets. The product is decorated with inscriptions
and a crest. The hood includes a non-fixed
drawstring with free ends. Sizes: 98-128
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SOFTLINES: SHOES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Protective equipment
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Safety shoes
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Safe Master
NAME: Unknown
Chromium (VI) (measured
values up to 27.8 mg/kg).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mod 4060 SRC
Chromium (VI) is classified as
DESCRIPTION: Safety shoes, PPE Category II.
Packaging: a cardboard box bearing the brand, the
bar code, the size and the price.
sensitising and may trigger
allergic reactions.
with the Personal Protective
Equipment Directive (PPE).
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Protective equipment
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Safety boots
These product poses a
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Bolzer
chemical risk because it
contains Chromium (VI)
NAME: Chaussures Negro
(measured values: up to 8.3
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 18 00 100 700 - 141
mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is
10 06 50 03
classified as sensitising and
DESCRIPTION: Safety footwear with a plastic sole
and leather upper. The tongue has a sewn-in label
bearing the brand, the bar code, the size, the model,
the ISO standard and the CE marking. Packaging:
may trigger allergic reactions.
with the Personal Protective
Equipment Directive (PPE).
Cardboard boxes bearing the brand, the bar code, the
size and the price. The information leaflet is
contained in the box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
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SOFTLINES: SHOES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
Attipas Toddler Shoes - Lollipop Style Shoes
DEFECTS
Input your textIf
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Buttons on these shoes may
you have
Attipas toddler shoes in Lollipop (Green, Blue &
come loose and/or fall off.
purchased the
Yellow; Sizes 115/125/135)
HAZARDS
If the buttons detach, they may
AP01-SKY-115/125/135, AP02-YELLOW115/125/135, AP03-115/125/135
pose a choking hazard to small
children.
above item(s),
please cease use
immediately and
return item(s) in an
envelope (please
remove all
Attipas Australia, www.attipas.com.au
packaging and
filler) to:
Molly & Mary, Westfield Marion, 297 Diagonal Rd,
Oaklands Park SA 5046
Reply Paid 86373
Pandanus Culture, crn Thomas & Gympie Terrace,
Noosaville 4566
Bebe Precioux, www.bebeprecioux.com.au
SUPPLIER
Attipas Australia
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
Next Logistics Things 4 Bubs
(Recall)
Unit 1/148 Hartley
Rd
Smeaton Grange
NSW 2567
http://www.attipas.com.au
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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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on publicly available sources as of the date stated
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