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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16 – 31 MARCH 2014

PRODUCT RECALLS THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 13

HARDGOODS Pages 14 to 21

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 22 to 39

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 40 to 45

SOFTLINES Pages 46 to 57

Audio Video and Household Appliances (10)

IT & Telecommunication (3)

Luminaires (8)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (0)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (17)

Sport & Leisure Goods (7)

Stationery and Office Supplies (0)

Textile and Clothing (15)

Shoes (5)

Bags and Accessories (1)

Jewelleries (0)

Toys (28)

Juvenile Products (5)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (9)

Household Care (1)

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/SPAIN

CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products– March 1 - 15 – 2014 has been temporarily removed as the risk posed by the product concerned is being re-assessed by the notifying authorities.

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Hairdryer

BRAND: Elettro GT

NAME: Mini Phon Perseo

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 593609

Batch number/Barcode: 8015361354596

DESCRIPTION: Hairdryer

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The user can access live parts through the back protective screen.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Electric mini oven

BRAND: Climadiff

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model C4003-CER

Batch number/Barcode: Series 134700365

DESCRIPTION: Mini electric oven with ceramic hob - 3000W

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

BURNS

The outer walls of the oven become very hot and contact with them could cause burns.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: Power supply

BRAND: None

NAME: Switching Mode Universal Adaptor

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ST-A-090-002U002AAT


DESCRIPTION: Universal power supply for notebook computers and personal digital electronic devices. Supplied with 9 detachable DC plugs. Packaged in transparent blister pack with insert card.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The primary and secondary windings can make contact and reduce creepage and clearance distances. Insulation on the transformer is inadequate and does not provide protection against electric shock. The fuse in the plug is inadequate.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60950-1 and EN 60227 and the relevant national standard BS 1363.

Voluntary measures: Import rejected at border.

EU/ITALY


PRODUCT: Charger for mobile phones

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Travel Charger

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TCE250

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone charger contained in a blister pack.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The insulation between the primary circuit and the accessible secondary circuit is not adequate.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN60950-1.

Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: Electronic cigarette kit

BRAND: eGo

NAME: eGo T

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: eGo-T


DESCRIPTION: Electronic cigarette in a green blister pack with USB charger


BURNS, FIRE

The cut-off device of battery charger fails to work to prevent lithium battery from overcharging, this could cause the device to overheat and explode or catch fire. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62133.

Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.

AUSTRALIA

Target Australia Pty Ltd—Target Essentials Fan Heater

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

An electric fan heater

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Model: TESFH108T

keycode: 5301 4139

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Target and Target Country

SUPPLIER

Target Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.target.com.au

DEFECTS

The design and construction of this fan heater does not meet Electrical Safety Standard requirements.

HAZARDS

Risk of fire.

Immediately stop using the fan heater and return it to a Target or Target Country store as soon as possible for a full refund.

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EU/ITALY


PRODUCT: Hairdryer

BRAND: Surker

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RCY-12


DESCRIPTION: Grey and black hairdryer supplied in a cardboard box.


BURNS

The product may quickly overheat and, as a consequence, it can easily open at the side leaving the hot resistors accessible to users.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60335 and EN 62233.

Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.

EU/SLOVENIA


PRODUCT: Phone USB charger

BRAND: Moby Style

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone USB charger.


ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE

The charger poses a serious risk of electric shock and fire because there is insufficient electrical insulation between the primary circuit connected to the mains and the secondary circuit that can be touched.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and European standard EN 60950.


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EU/FINLAND


PRODUCT: Vehicle battery charger

BRAND: Parallel technologies

NAME: Battery charger

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: A20022


DESCRIPTION: Battery charger for vehicles. Sold in a grey-white-black cardboard box. Technical specifications: Input: 230V AC, 50Hz, 0.6A. Output: 12/6V DC, 1.2/2.4/4.8A. Class II


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The battery charger poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation is not sufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user may touch part of the product that is at high voltage, receive an electric shock and be electrocuted.


Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,

Recall of the product from end users.

AUSTRALIA

Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd—Dyson Hot and Dyson Hot+Cool (AM04 and AM05) heater

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Dyson Bladeless Tower Heater/Fan uses Air Multiplier™ technology to heat and/or cool without the need for heating elements or spinning blades. It automatically cuts off if tipped over. It has an oval shaped bladeless fan on a stand which contains internal componentry.

Dimensions - 54.7 x 20 x 20cm (HxWxD). Cord length -1.8 metres.


Model AM04 and AM 05. The model number and serial number will be found on a label on the base of the machine.


Unknown

SUPPLIER

Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.dyson.com.au

DEFECTS

There is potential for the fan/heater to short circuit.

HAZARDS

If the fan/heater short circuits this may present a potential fire hazard.

Consumers should stop using the Products and unplug them. They should then go to www.dysonrecall.com or dial the dedicated free call number (1800 500 499) for instructions on how to return their products free of charge for inspection and repair or replacement as appropriate and then return to them.

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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/MALTA

CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Camera

BRAND: Canon

NAME: PowerShot SX50 HS


Batch number/Barcode: The affected cameras were produced between 1 September and 15 November 2013. They have serial numbers beginning with “69”, “70” or “71” and have “1” as the sixth digit of the serial number.

DESCRIPTION: Black compact digital camera. The serial number is on the side or bottom of the camera housing.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Japan

CHEMICAL

Zinc bis may be present on the rubber surface of the viewfinder. Contact with this substance may cause an allergic skin reaction.


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs

UNITS: About 34,500 in the United States and 2,900 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Lenovo battery packs sold with the following ThinkPad notebook computers: the Edge 11, 13 and 14 series, the T410, T420, T510 and W510 series, and the X100e, X120e, X200, X201 and X201s series. The battery packs were also sold separately. The black battery packs measure between 8 to 11 inches long, 1 to 3 inches wide and about 1 inch high. Recalled battery packs have one of the following part numbers starting with the fourth digit in a long series of numbers and letters printed on a white sticker below the bar code on the battery pack: 42T4695, 42T4711, 42T4798, 42T4804, 42T4812, 42T4822, 42T4828, 42T4834, 42T4840 and 42T4890.

IMPORTER

Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD:

The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Lenovo has received two reports of the battery packs overheating, resulting in damage to the computer, battery pack and nearby property. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately turn off their ThinkPad notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Lenovo for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their ThinkPad notebook without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.

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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

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AUSTRALIA

Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd—Lithium-ion batteries for Lenovo ‘Thinkpad’ branded notebooks

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The batteries being recalled were sold for Lenovo 'ThinkPad' branded notebooks from October 2010 to April 2011.

They were:

(a) included in Lenovo products,

(b) distributed as stand-alone replacement packs, or

(c) distributed as a stand-alone option.

The notebook models affected are:

T510, W510

X100E, X201, X201s

Edge 11, Edge 13

Mini 10


Each affected battery will have an associated 7-digit alphanumeric Assembly-Part Number (ASM P/N) and 3-digit alphanumeric date code number (this is different from the alphanumeric serial number for the notebook system itself).

To determine whether your battery is affected please visit www.lenovo.com/batteryprogram2014


Various computer retailers

SUPPLIER

Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.lenovo.com.au

DEFECTS

The lithium-ion battery may overheat.

HAZARDS

If the battery packs overheat, they pose the risk of fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Consumers should immediately turn off their computer, remove the battery and only power the computer through the AC adaptor and power cord.

Consumers are asked to visit www.lenovo.com/batteryprogram2014 to determine if they are affected and to arrange for a free replacement battery.

For more information consumers can contact Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd (toll free) on 1800 041 021 or visit www.lenovo.com/batteryprogram2014.

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E&E: LUMINAIRES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Pocket- lamp with a battery charger

BRAND: MR-tuote

NAME: Ladattava LED taskulamppu

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Pocket lamp: MR1591,

Battery charger:SK01G-0500100V


DESCRIPTION: Battery-powered pocket lamp supplied with a battery charger. Sold in a black-brown transparent cardboard package. Technical specifications:DS-3W, Input: AC 100-240V, 0,2A Max., Output: 5VDC, 1A, class II.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The battery charger supplied with the battery-powered pocket lamp poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation is not sufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient.




EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Table lamp

BRAND: Magic Light

NAME: Magic Table Lamp

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Transformer: HTT-24V1A,

Model (Lamp): MTL,

Item (Lamp): 3461018, 3461100, 3461101, 3461102, 3461103, 3461104, 3461128

Batch number/Barcode: Barcodes (Lamp): 3294421739640, 3294421734560, 3294421734577, 3294421734584, 3294421734591, 3294421734607, 3294421757415

DESCRIPTION: Bedside light with electric cable connected to a transformer plug. The light is 20 cm tall and the lamp cover has figures of well-known cartoon characters. Transformer voltage: PRI: 220-240V, AC SEC: 24 V AC; lamp voltage: 24 V AC.


BURNS

The lamp is attractive to children and the lamp cover can easily break, leaving hot surfaces accessible which could cause burns to children.


Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,


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E&E: LUMINAIRES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND


PRODUCT: Portable LED lamp

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: LED, ladattava, 3-in-1 polkupyörän valaisin ('Rechargable LED bicycle lamp)

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Battery charger:MTLC-0840-1000


DESCRIPTION: Battery-powered portable lamp supplied with a LI-ION battery charger. Sold in a black-yellow cardboard box. Technical specifications: DS, 100-240V/8.4V, class II/III, IP20.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The battery charger supplied with the lamp poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2.



EU/CROATIA


PRODUCT: LED spotlight kit

BRAND: Ir-Luks

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DK3ELC 212N NM GU10


DESCRIPTION: LED spotlight kit with three GU10 LED spotlights, sold in a red-brown and transparent package. Technical specifications: -230V, 50/60V, IP 20, LED 3X1W -LED: 85V - 230V 3W 6000 K


ELECTRIC SHOCK

Due to a defect, live parts of the product may be easily accessible: high-voltage parts may be touched, thus causing an electric shock.



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E&E: LUMINAIRES

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EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Portable lamp

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Neon 8W

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. n°: 446 388


DESCRIPTION: Tubular portable lamp with a metal hook at one end.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

These products pose a risk of electric shock due to insufficient insulation between the conductive parts and the metal hook. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.


Recall of the product from end users,

Destruction of the product.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Ace Clamp-On LED Work Lights

UNITS: About 15,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall includes the Ace Clamp-On LED Work Light measuring 3 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep and 2.25 inches high. It has a silver plastic lamp head with black rubber sides and eight LED lights on one side; a black plastic cube-shaped lamp base sized 1.75 inches wide by 2.25 inches deep by 2 inches high, a 6-foot black cord; and silver clamp with black rubber grips. The recalled units are stamped with the model number “DC004” and date code “08/13” on the back of the light base.

IMPORTER

Ace Hardware Corp. of Oak Brook, Ill.

MANUFACTURED IN: Indonesia

HAZARD:

The cord bushing inside the light base could fail, allowing the cord wiring to pull out of the base, exposing bare wire and presenting a shock and fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clamp lights and return them to the local Ace Hardware store for a full refund.

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E&E: LUMINAIRES

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USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

KolourOne Brand Panel Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR LED Light Bulbs

UNITS: About 119,000 in the U.S. and 2,350 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves SATCO KolourOne brand Panel Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR 30 and 38 LED light bulbs. The 13-, 14- and 17-watt white bulbs were sold in longneck and shortneck models and have the KolourOne logo printed on the neck of the bulb. Product numbers beginning with S89XX or S90XX are printed below the logo.

IMPORTER

SATCO Products Inc., of Brentwood, NY.


HAZARD:

The metal housing/lens assembly can separate from the bulb’s base and fall. This poses a risk of injury from impact to bystanders.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received four reports of the bulb components separating. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the recalled light bulbs from any fixture. Consumers can contact SATCO Products for free replacement bulbs.

EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Wall-mounted lamp

BRAND: Cristalmer

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. n°: P160 (Nominal values: 250 V – 25 W – Class 1 – IP20)


DESCRIPTION: Polished, varnished brass, wall-mounted lamp, dimensions of packaging: H-14 cm; L -16 cm (depth: 8.5 cm).


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because of defective earthing. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.



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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN


PRODUCT: Travel plug adaptor with USB power supply

BRAND: Chacon

NAME: Universal Travel Adapter with USB

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 94421


DESCRIPTION: Travel plug adaptor with USB power supply. Comes in clear plastic packaging with card insert.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

It is possible for the user to touch the live pins of a UK plug while the plug adaptor is plugged into a Spanish socket.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard UNE 20315.


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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/ITALY PRODUCT: Dies for meat grinder

MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong

No picture available.

CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (0.420 mg/kg - ppm) from dies for meat grinder from Hong Kong.

Official detention.

EU/CROATIA PRODUCT: Spatula for grill



CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (2.92 mg/l) from spatula for grill from China, via Hong Kong.

Official detention.

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: Knives



CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (0.354 mg/kg - ppm) from knives from China.

Import not authorised.

EU/GERMANY PRODUCT: Plastic bamboo plate



CHEMICAL

Plastic bamboo plate from China, via Switzerland unfit for use as food contact material (the plate shows cracks and become porous).

Withdrawal from the market.

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: Kitchen set in steel



CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (10.889; 0.215; 16.557 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (0.133; 0.118 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0.251; 0.671 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen set in steel from China.

Re-dispatch.

EU/GERMANY PRODUCT: Glass with gold rim

MANUFACTURED IN: Netherlands


CHEMICAL

Migration of cadmium (0.82; 0775 mg/item) and of lead (399; 378 mg/item) from glass with gold rim from the Netherlands.


EU/UNITED KINGDOM

PRODUCT: Nylon skimmer



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (0.0379; 0.0436; 0.0270 mg/dm²) from nylon skimmer from China, via Hong Kong.

Official detention.

EU/IRELAND PRODUCT: Nylon kitchen utensils



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (skimmers: 0.0440 mg/kg - ppm) from nylon kitchen utensils from China, via the Netherlands.

Unknown

EU/IRELAND PRODUCT: Nylon kitchen utensils with stainless steel handles



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (0.2678 - > 1.3929 mg/kg - ppm) from nylon kitchen utensils with stainless steel handles from China, via Hong Kong.


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EU/ITALY PRODUCT: Barbeque tooling set



CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (10.2 mg/kg - ppm) from barbeque tooling set from China.

Official detention

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: BBQ trays



CHEMICAL

Migration of manganese (0.71; 0.22 mg/kg - ppm) from BBQ trays from China.

Import not authorised.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Children’s bed canopies

UNITS: About 255,000 in the United States, 7,000 in Canada and 2.6 million worldwide

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves IKEA children’s bed canopies. The canopies are made out of mesh fabric and hang from the ceiling onto a child’s crib or bed. They measure about 7 ft. long and about 2 ft. in diameter.

IMPORTER

IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.

MANUFACTURED IN: Czech Republic, Estonia, Lithuania and Vietnam

HAZARD:

An infant or young child can get entangled at the neck in the canopy’s fabric, posing a strangulation hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

There have been nine reports worldwide of children getting entangled in the bed canopies, including one in the U.S. involving a 7-month-old girl who pulled the canopy’s fabric into her crib and wrapped it around her neck several times.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled children’s bed canopies and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.

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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Food-imitating products

PRODUCT: Decorative cake and fruits

BRAND: Ruian Jianbo

NAME: Christmas items

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JB-140203; QM12-500-R


DESCRIPTION: Decorative Christmas cake made from Styrofoam, with "snowflakes" on both sides, covered with coloured balls. Decorative flowers, attached to wire stems, imitating fruit, in red colour.


CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking as, due to their characteristic form, colour and size, they may be mistaken for foodstuff. Small parts can be easily detached from the products and this may lead children to put them in the mouth, swallow, suck or ingest them, which could entail the risk of choking. The products do not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.


AUSTRALIA

ALDI—Expressi Thermal Double Wall Glasses

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Thermal double wall cappuccino glasses made out of borosilicate glass and supplied in three different sizes.

1. Thermal 100mL Cappuccino Glasses - 4 piece set




44430 and 44431


Aldi Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER

Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.tempoaustralia.com.au/tempo/home

DEFECTS

The inner wall of the glass may shatter during normal use.

HAZARDS

If the glass breaks, the defect poses a laceration risk.

Immediately cease using the glasses and return them to any ALDI store for a full refund.

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USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

SolarSave® roof panels

UNITS: About 240 homes

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Open Energy 34 watt (OE-34) Solar Panel energy systems sold under the brand name Open Energy SolarSave Roofing Tiles. SolarSave panels replace conventional roof tiles and provide solar power to the building. This recall involves all brown, terracotta and gray OE-34 SolarSave roof tiles installed on new homes sold by Centex Homes (“Centex”). This recall does not include any other solar panels, except for the OE-34 model, installed on homes sold by Centex.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: Unknown

HAZARD:

Fire

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Two incidents in which roof fires originated in or near the recalled roof panels have been reported. These incidents involve homes sold by Centex. No injuries have been reported.

Centex has contacted directly customers impacted by the recall and performed free installations of new solar panels. Owners of homes with qualifying solar energy systems who have not been contacted by the company should turn off their solar energy systems immediately and contact Centex to schedule the installation of free replacement panels.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Bedz King Bunk Beds with Side Ladder

UNITS: About 2,900

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Bedz King bunk beds with a side ladder. The beds were sold in twin over twin, twin over full and full over full combinations and four colors; white, espresso, honey and cappuccino. Affected models include BK 150SL, BK 151SL, BK 950SL, BK 951SL and BK 975SL. Model information and “Bedz King” are printed on labels attached to the top headboard.

IMPORTER

Bedz King, of Arlington, Texas

MANUFACTURED IN: Brazil

HAZARD:

A protruding corner post on the bunk beds exceeds the 5mm allowed by industry standard, posing an entrapment hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Consumers should immediately check to see if they have the recalled bunk bed and contact Bedz King for a free repair kit and to confirm a physical address for delivery of the kit. Bedz King is contacting known consumers directly by email.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

IKEA—FABLER and TISSLA bed canopies

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Suspended fabric canopies for use with cots, toddler beds and junior beds.


LEGENDARISK bed canopy white 6005068 2003 - 2006

MINNEN bed canopy set white/gold-colour 90087758 2006 - 2010

BARNSLIG BOLL bed canopy red/white 20107830 2006 - 2011

MINNEN Brodyr bed canopy white 50107678 2006 - 2010

HIMMEL bed canopy white/blue 20175838 2008 - 2013

FABLER bed canopy multicolour 20130878 2008 - CURRENT

TISSLA bed canopy 240 AP JP 70236716 2013 - CURRENT

KLÄMMIG bed canopy cot 92816595 1996-2001


IKEA stores nationally and globally.

SUPPLIER

IKEA Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.ikea.com.au

DEFECTS

The canopy netting can be pulled into a cot or bed and become entangled around an infant or childs neck.

HAZARDS

This poses a potential strangulation hazard.

IKEA kindly asks customers who have a bed canopy listed above to cease usage immediately and bring it back to any IKEA store where they will receive a full refund.

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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/POLAND CATEGORY: Pyrotechnic articles

PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Goliat

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MWC0017-10


DESCRIPTION: Battery of 12 shot tubes; a pyrotechnic article with one ignition point.


BURNS, INJURIES

Due to insufficient accidental ignition protection, the hazard of accidental explosion exists and, as a result, the user may be seriously injured or burnt. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.

Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.


PRODUCT: Fireworks Battery of 49 shot tubes

BRAND: Goliat

NAME: ROCK OUT

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JH0849-3


DESCRIPTION: Battery of 49 shot tubes; a pyrotechnic article with one ignition point.


BURNS, INJURIES




PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Goliat

NAME: BATTLE

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JH1013


DESCRIPTION: The product is a battery of shot tubes; a pyrotechnic article with one ignition point.


BURNS, INJURIES



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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Trailer cycle and bicycle rack

BRAND: Burley

NAME: Piccolo


Batch number/Barcode: Production period 2011-2013

DESCRIPTION: Trailer cycle with tailwind rack.


INJURIES

The part of the rack that connects the trailer bike to a towing bicycle can break, causing the trailer bike to disconnect and posing a risk of a fall and injury to children.

One accident reported.



PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: TRIPLEX

NAME: GEMINI

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TXB 212


DESCRIPTION: A battery of 16 shot tubes.


BURNS, DAMAGE TO HEARING, INJURIES

Due to the incomplete functioning of some of the units there is a risk of accidental explosion. The user may be unprepared for explosion and, as a result, may get injured or burnt. There is also a hazardous sound level that may cause damage of hearing. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.



PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: TRIPLEX

NAME: GROM1

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TXP486


DESCRIPTION: The product is a flash banger (category 3). It is made of non-metallic case containing perchlorate/metalbased or nitrate/metal-based report composition. It has a cylindrical shape.


BURNS, INJURIES

Due to the improper duration of burning of initial fuse, there is a risk of burns and injuries, especially hazardous for hands, face and eyes. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.


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AUSTRALIA

Marine Distributors International Pty Ltd—Body Glove Outboard Bridle

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Boating outboard bridle rope


BG-B3600


BCF stores nationwide

SUPPLIER

Marine Distributors International Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.surfwindfire.com

DEFECTS

The pulley may release during use.

HAZARDS

If the pulley suddenly releases, this presents an accident hazard to the user and bystanders.

Consumers should cease using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY

CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products– January16 - 26 – 2014 has been temporarily removed as the risk posed by the product concerned is being re-assessed by the notifying authorities.

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Jewellery-making set

BRAND: TM Essentials Totum

NAME: Disney Princess Ocean Jewels

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No 049567 / PO#20130005


DESCRIPTION: Plastic jewellery-making set in a pink cardboard box printed with a Princess motif


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk due to the presence of naphthalene (1228 mg/kg) and toluene. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.

Compulsory measures: Other.

EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy bow and arrow set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Bow & Arrow Set - Fun & Safe

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item no: WS338106


DESCRIPTION: The set consists of a light yellow bow with black colour shaft, three red plastic arrows with black suction cups, a toy knife and a brown quiver. The product is supplied in a cardboard and plastic packaging.


CHOKING, INJURIES

The product poses a risk of choking because the small suction cups can easily detach and be swallowed by small children. In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries if the arrows are fired without the suction cups.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Compulsory measures:

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soap bubbles

BRAND: Disney

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 014000287 ,

Lot 1/2013


DESCRIPTION: Container in shades of red for soap bubble liquid. The container features an image of Minnie Mouse.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Spain

MICROBIOLOGICAL

The total count of aerobic mesophilic microorganisms in the soapy water is too high. There is a risk of infection if the liquid is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin or eyes.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.



EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rattle set

BRAND: Le Bei

NAME: Sweet Give - Baby Series

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 1230AB/1260/1260A


DESCRIPTION: The rattle is in the shape of a smiling doll in shades of green with rounded arms and legs; in the centre it has a movable ball which creates the noise. The set includes a teething toy in a rounded shape, with small dolls fitted into the ring. The product is supplied in pink and white cardboard, with a transparent plastic front.


CHOKING

When playing with the rattle the child may hit it against hard surfaces: as a result of the impact small parts may be released. If such small parts are put in the mouth and swallowed, small children may choke on them.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1.



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EU/LATVIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Girls Fashion

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.4455-2


DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with brown hair and a pink fringe, in transparent plastic packaging.


CHEMICAL

The head of the doll can be put in the mouth by a child and it contains Di-n-octyl phthalate (DNOP) above the permitted levels (30,5% by weight).

According to the REACH Regulation the 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.

Voluntary measures: Destruction of the product.

EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy bow and arrows

BRAND: Rasehorn

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item no. 9272598


DESCRIPTION: The set comprises a plastic bow and three plastic arrows of different colours, with suction cups. Length of the bow: 38 cm; length of the arrow: 27 cm; diameter of suction cups: 2.5 cm. The product is packaged in a transparent bag with a sticker.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the suction cups contain di(2-ethylhexyl)-phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (measured value: 9.8% by weight).

According to the REACH Regulation, the 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.


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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic gun

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Shoot Gun - Funny Game

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AK-330-6


DESCRIPTION: Gun set on a blister pack packaging. The set consists of a gun, 3 black arrows made of non-flexible plastic, ended with red suction cups and 2 plastic ducks (yellow and green) which are used as target.


CHOKING, INJURIES

The suction cups can easily detach and be swallowed by small children.

In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries because if the arrows are fired into someone’s face without the suction cups, it will lead to eyes injuries.



EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Police play-set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Police Force

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 220A-2


DESCRIPTION: Police play-set on a blister pack packaging. The set consists of: a gun which can be used as a bow-gun, a bow and 6 arrows made of non-flexible plastic, ended with red suction cups (3 black, pink, light green, yellow).


CHOKING, INJURIES





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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Police play set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Police Gun

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.:626


DESCRIPTION: Police play set on a blister pack packaging. The set consists of: a gun, 3 arrows made of non flexible black plastic ended with red suction cups, a plastic radio, 2 plastic grenades, a knife, a watch, a mask, a compass, a pair of handcuffs, 3 targets and a police ID.


CHOKING, INJURIES




Compulsory measures: Recall of the product from end users.

EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Warrior play set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Weapons Suit

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KD221836 / 6129-3


DESCRIPTION: Warrior play set on a blister pack packaging. The set consists of: a bow, 3 arrows made of non-flexible plastic (red, yellow, blue) ended with red suction cups, a quiver, a sword and a shield.


CHOKING, INJURIES





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CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Fashion Charming

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.808

Batch number/Barcode: ITEM NO.: 4913599 B: 226 EAN: 8713149135992 PANENKA 3.5"

DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with long yellow hair in yellow and blue dress with angel wings and red boots.


CHEMICAL

The head of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (11,8% by weight). According to the REACH Regulation the 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.



EU/POLAND

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Butterfly Fairy

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.8811


DESCRIPTION: A plastic fairy doll with pink hair and red butterfly-like wings. The toy is packed in a colourful cardboard display box.


CHEMICAL

Excessive presence of di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of the doll's head (25,6 % by mass). According to the REACH Regulation, the 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.



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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Happy Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 3023


DESCRIPTION: A boy and girl doll in wedding outfits. The product is supplied in a cardboard box with a transparent front part.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the heads of the two dolls both contain di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (measured values: 25.5% and 24.7% by weight). Furthermore, a chemical risk can occur if the child swallows the button batteries, which can be easily accessed.

The product does not comply with REACH Regulation, with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115.


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Unknown

NAME: My Baby - Fashion Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 802C


DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with long, red hair. The product is supplied in cardboard boxes with various inscriptions such as "Happy Every Day". The front of the box is transparent.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (measured value: 25.6% by weight). Furthermore, a chemical risk can occur if the child swallows the button batteries, which can be easily accessed.

The product does not comply with REACH Regulation, with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 62115.


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CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Toys 4 Less P299

NAME: Beauty Children Baby

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 8122B


DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with accessories. The product is supplied in cardboard boxes with a transparent part.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (measured value: 29.8% by weight). Furthermore, a chemical risk can occur if the child swallows the button batteries, which can be easily accessed.

The product does not comply with REACH Regulation, with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 62115.


EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy pushchair

BRAND: Xin Yuan Da

NAME: Doll carrier

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.:103881B


DESCRIPTION: Small pushchair for dolls in pink and purple tartan fabric.The product is packaged in carton box.


INJURIES

The pushchair collapses easily, with consequent risk of injury due to entrapment, mainly of fingers, between moving parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.


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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: Windel

NAME: Light and Sound

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item 10020 L: 0201808 (edible part)

Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4006613000204

DESCRIPTION: Singing, plush teddy bear with a red plastic nose, holding a small transparent bag filled with chocolates. (Label mentions that chocolates are best before 30.06.2014).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

CHOKING,BURNS

The plastic casing of the singing device might give way allowing access to small parts. Children may put the small parts in their mouth and swallow them, which could pose a risk of choking.

In addition, the stitching of the product is not sufficiently resistant: fibrous filling material could be easily accessible and cause small children to choke if put in the mouth.

A short circuit may also occur and the surfaces of the battery compartment can become too hot during use, posing a risk of burns.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the the Low Voltage Directive as well as with the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115.




EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic bathtub and accessories

BRAND: SIMBA

NAME: New Born Baby Baignoire + dinette

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 10 556 5655

Batch number/Barcode: 4 006592 556556

DESCRIPTION: Bathtub and accessories for dolls (tea set,duck,boat etc.) in coloured plastic.


CHOKING

The plastic spoon can break and small parts can easily be swallowed by small children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.




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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy pushchair for dolls

BRAND: Anne - FeiLi

NAME: Lovely Baby

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FL730


DESCRIPTION: Small pushchair for dolls, supplied in a plastic bag with a cardboard label on top.


INJURIES

The product may easily collapse if loaded. As a consequence, a child's finger could be crushed in the folding mechanism.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 71-1.


EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy ironing board

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Lovely - Baby barrow

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.3388


DESCRIPTION: Small children's ironing board covered in pink and white checked fabric .The product is packaged in a transparent plastic bag.


INJURIES

The product might collapse easily and the child may fall and hit the ground when using the product. The child's fingers could also be entrapped and crushed. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.


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CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Maylla

NAME: Fashion Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref.n°: 88104


DESCRIPTION: Doll with skates. Description of the packaging: individual cardboard boxes bearing the brand name. The front part of the box is transparent.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 21.94 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or the childcare article can be placed in the mouth by children.


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Jun Sheng Toys

NAME: Mermaid Beautiful Legend

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref K970-5


DESCRIPTION: Mermaid doll with a seahorse. The product is packed in individual cardboard boxes bearing the brand name. The front is transparent.The back bears a label with information on the importer and the manufacturer, the CE marking and the reference number.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains more than 30% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation, the 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.


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EU/ESTONIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic toy

BRAND: AM Zabawki

NAME: Bajkowy swiat

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Cat no° 022a

Batch number/Barcode: 23072013 / 5905094770226

DESCRIPTION: A rubber duck in a plastic boat packed in a plastic bag. The top of the bag is closed with a folded coloured card, fixed to the bag with staples.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

CHOKING, INJURIES

The toy poses a risk of choking because the sail can easily break into small parts, which a child could put into the mouth. In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of sharp edges on the small parts.



USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Wooden flipping acrobat toys

UNITS: About 135 units

DESCRIPTION

The recalled flipping acrobat toys are made of painted wood and are 8.5 inches tall. The toys consist of two rectangular wooden sticks connected by a wood crosspiece near one end and a coyote, super hero, woodpecker or yellow bird wooden cartoon character suspended by nylon string at the other end.

IMPORTER

Minga Fair Trade Imports, of Lake Geneva, Wis.

MANUFACTURED IN: Peru

HAZARD:

The paint on the wooden flipping acrobat toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is prohibited under federal law.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Consumers should immediately take the recalled flipping acrobat toys away from children and return them to Minga Fair Trade Imports for a full refund or credit towards a replacement product.

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NAME OF PRODUCT:

My Sweet Love / My Sweet Baby Cuddle Care Baby Doll

UNITS: About 174,000

DESCRIPTION

The My Sweet Love / My Sweet Baby electronic baby doll comes in pink floral clothing and matching knit hat. The 16 inch doll is packaged with a toy medical check-up kit including a stethoscope, feeding spoon, thermometer and syringe. The doll’s electronics cause her to babble when she gets “sick,” her cheeks turn red and she starts coughing. Using the medical kit pieces cause the symptoms to stop. “My Sweet Baby” is printed on the front of the clear plastic and cardboard packaging. The doll is identified by UPC 6-04576-16800-5 and a date code which begins with WM. The date code is printed on the stuffed article label sewn into the bottom of the doll.

IMPORTER

Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.


HAZARD:

The circuit board in the chest of the doll can overheat, causing the surface of the doll to get hot, posing a burn hazard to the consumer.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Wal-Mart has received 12 reports of incidents, including two reports of burns or blisters to the thumb.

Consumers should immediately take the dolls from children, remove the batteries and return the doll to any Walmart store for a full refund.

EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll with accessories

BRAND: Xing Kun Toys

NAME: Special girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 2819


DESCRIPTION: Doll with sofa, dresses and accessories . The product is packed in individual cardboard boxes bearing the brand name.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic material contains DEHP and DBP above the permitted levels (measured values: 2.08% and 0.51%). According to the REACH Regulation, the 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.


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NAME OF PRODUCT:

Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny Stuffed Toys

UNITS: About 98,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves all Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny stuffed animal toys. The products are made of cotton and fleece. The bear ring rattle has a white teddy bear head, arms attached to an O-shaped body with a green, blue, brown and pink crisscross pattern design rattle. The bear ring rattle measures about 4.25 inches in diameter. The bunny is 10 inches tall from the top of its head to the bottom of its foot and was sold in three printed patterns. The “Bunny in Lilli Bell” has green vines with pink and orange flowers on the body, limbs and the back of the ears. The “Bunny in Lola” has a crisscross geometric pattern on the arms, legs and ears of the white headed bunny with a floral print body. The “Bunny in Tutti Frutti” has a green with a pink and yellow floral printed pattern fabric covering whole body. All of the recalled rattles and bunnies have a white pom-pom tail on the back of the item.

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, posing a choking hazard to young children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Vera Bradley has received two reports that the pom-pom tail detached from the product. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately take them away from young children and stop using these recalled products and return them to Vera Bradley for a full refund.

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NAME OF PRODUCT:

Three styles of Plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toys.

UNITS: About 8,200

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves three styles of plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toys by Ganz. They include an 8-inch Grumpy Cat in laying position, a 5-inch long sitting Grumpy Cat and a 4-inch Grumpy Cat key clip. The toys are multi-colored in white with dark brown, light brown and gray fur material. Grumpy Cat toys have blue crystal eyes with the eye lids half closed, a down-turned mouth and white whiskers. This toy is labeled for ages 3 and older. The Grumpy Cat key chain has a black plastic key clip at the top of the cat’s head.

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

The stuffed animals’ eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received six reports of the eyes detaching from the Grumpy Cat toys. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Ganz for a free replacement Grumpy Cat product of equivalent value or a full refund.

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EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment

PRODUCT: High chair

BRAND: Préma Distribution

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HC580 Cappucino


DESCRIPTION: High chair with tray.


INJURIES

A child's fingers could be crushed as a result of the faulty locking mechanism. Moreover, the product is not sufficiently stable; it may tip backwards and cause the child to fall.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14988.


EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Pushchair

BRAND: Préma Distribution

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: T598 Cappucino


DESCRIPTION: Pushchair with safety guard and hood.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries to children because: - the braking system is not activating simultaneously on the two rear wheels; - the wheels may easily break; - the restraining system is not safe and the child may fall.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1888.


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PRODUCT: Pram/Pushchair

BRAND: Baby active

NAME: Elipso



DESCRIPTION: Four-wheeled child conveyance of combination type. Products manufactured year 2010 to 2012 are affected.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

CHOKING, CUTS, ENTRAPMENT, INJURIES

Small parts from the bumper bar may detach which can cause a risk of choking. In addition, there is a risk of cuts and entrapment from the canopy and the restraint system and the chassis may break, which could cause the child to fall out and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the relevant European standard EN 1888.


EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Baby carrier

BRAND: MH France

NAME: Baby Carrier

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BB002 , 65-0001


DESCRIPTION: Baby carrier


INJURIES

The retaining system (in particular the stitching of the chest strap) is not sufficiently resistant: if it breaks, the child may fall.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 13209-2.


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Harvey Norman Big Buys—Playtex Hip Hammock

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Playtex Hip Hammock is an infant carrier designed to strap the baby against the caregiver's body at the hip. It is made of a soft, quilted fabric and intended for babies that are from 15 to 35 pounds (approximately 6.5 to 16kg). The child seat is attached with straps that wrap around the carrier's hips and shoulder. "Playtex Hip Hammock" is printed on a label sewn into the front of the carrier. They come in basic and deluxe styles. The hip hammock's fabric is suede or ultra-suede in black or navy colours on the outside, and the inside lining is black, black and white check or burgundy.


Model numbers 05300, 05301, 05302, 05306, 05307 and 05308. The model number will be sewn into the inside panel be low the instructions for use.

All model numbers are being recalled.


The product was sold exclusively by Harvey Norman in Australia. The product was available online at www.harveynorman.com.au and in store at limited Harvey Norman Big Buys stores, being: Auburn, Springvale, Maroochydore and Enfield.

SUPPLIER

Energizer Holdings, Inc

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

No

DEFECTS

The buckles on the waist and shoulder strap may crack or break.

HAZARDS

If the buckles crack or break, the Hip Hammock poses a potential fall hazard to infants.

Consumers should immediately cease using the Hip Hammock and contact Energizer on 1800 810 310 for a full refund.

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EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Liquid for nail art

BRAND: XO

NAME: Acrylic Liquid Purple

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Lot-Number: LIQ-002305; MFG Date: 0413


DESCRIPTION: Slightly blue coloured liquid for nail art.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States

CHEMICAL

The product is made of methyl methacrylate (100%), which has a high sensitisation/allergenic potential and can result in damages to nails and/or hands which can last for years. The BfR [German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment] in its Opinion No 014/2012 of 22 December 2011 classifies concentrations of 80- 90 % methyl methacrylate in nail art substances as hazardous to health. It has been classified as hazardous to health within the meaning of Article 3 of Cosmetic Product Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 .


EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: NaiLexus

NAME: Liquid Monomer

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 32 fl. oz.

Batch number/Barcode: Charge Nr. 3F-0603-A-120

DESCRIPTION: Clear, slightly violet-coloured liquid for nail art in a white HDPE [high-density polyethylene] canister with label. Strong chemical smell.


CHEMICAL

The product contains a high amount of methyl methacrylate (measured value up to 98,5%), which has a high sensitisation/allergenic potential and can result in damages to nails and/or hands which can last for years. The BfR [German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment] in its Opinion No 014/2012 of 22 December 2011 classifies concentrations of 80- 90 % methyl methacrylate in nail art substances as hazardous to health. It has been classified as hazardous to health within the meaning of Article 3 of Cosmetic Product Regulation (EC) 1223/2009.


Warning consumers of the risks.

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EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: NaiLexus

NAME: Liquid Monomer

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 3F-0925-A-130


DESCRIPTION: Liquid for artificial nail art, part of a self-hardening dual component system, where the liquid is mixed with powder. Container: 32 fl oz white plastic single-dose packet.


CHEMICAL

The product contains a high amount of methyl methacrylate (96%), which has a high sensitisation/allergenic potential and can result in damages to nails and/or hands which can last for years. The BfR [German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment] in its Opinion No 014/2012 of 22 December 2011 classifies concentrations of 80- 90 % methyl methacrylate in nail art substances as hazardous to health. The product has been classified as hazardous to health within the meaning of Article 3 of Cosmetic Product Regulation (EC) 1223/2009.

In addition the product labelling does not comply with the mentioned Cosmetic Product Regulation .

Compulsory measures: Other.

EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Eyelash enhancer

BRAND: FEG

NAME: Eyelash enhancer


Batch number/Barcode: Batch No 20131109

DESCRIPTION: Eyelash enhancer (in a 3 ml bottle) packed in a cardboard box including instructions inside.


CHEMICAL

The product contains benzalkonium chloride in concentartion exceeding the permissible limit (value according to the declaration on the product: 10%.) Benzalkonium chloride is a skin and ocular irritant at concentrations greater than 0.1%. The product does not comply with the Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products.


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EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair dye

BRAND: Henna

NAME: 100% Prírodní barva Henna

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Kaštan (maroon) Date of production: 03.10.2012 / date of expiration: 03.10.2014


DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dye (33g), colour- maroon, packaged in red-green cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic

MICROBIOLOGICAL

The products pose a microbiological risk due to the excessive presence of mesophilic aerobic microorganisms.

The products do not comply with the Cosmetic Product Regulation.


EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair dye

BRAND: Henna

NAME: 100% Prírodní barva Henna

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Tizian ( titian), Date of production: 18.03.2013 / date of expiration: 18.03.2015


DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dye (33g), colour – titian, packaged in red-green cardboard box.


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EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair dye

BRAND: Henna

NAME: Prírodní barva na vlasy (natural powder hair dye)

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mahagon (mahogany), Date of production: 03.12.2012 / date of expiration: 03.12.2014


DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dye (33g) colour – mahogany, packaged in red-grey cardboard box.


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