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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16 – 31 AUGUST 2014
PRODUCT RECALLS THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 16
HARDGOODS Pages 17 to 24
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 25 to 43
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 44 to 45
SOFTLINES Pages 46 to 57
Audio Video and Household Appliances (15)
IT & Telecommunication (2)
Luminaires (5)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (4)
DIY, Tools and Hardware (3)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (10)
Sport & Leisure Goods (3)
Stationery and Office Supplies (0)
Textile and Clothing (15)
Shoes (4)
Bags and Accessories (1)
Jewelleries (1)
Toys (28)
Juvenile Products (7)
Cosmetics and Personal Care (3)
Household Care (0)
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
PRODUCT: Portable radio
BRAND: Nakai
NAME: Portable AM/FM/TV Radio Cassette Recorder with AC/DC Function
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AK-7602AC
Batch number/Barcode: 2 545444 121013
DESCRIPTION: Portable silver-coloured radio which operates on mains and batteries. Packaging: yellow cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
The soldered wire connections at mains voltage are not mechanically secured and the wires can thus become free. Live parts of the mains cable can be touched since the dimensions of the socket outlet and the flat plug are not suitable. The cross sectional area of the conductors of the external wires is not sufficient and because of this the wires could overheat.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60065.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/UNITED KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Power supply
BRAND: Futaba / Ripmax
NAME: Mains Charger
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: P-FBC32D/4
Batch number/Barcode: 5028967317721
DESCRIPTION: Power supply for charging Ni-Cd & Ni-MH batteries. Input: 110 – 240 V ~ AC 50 / 60 Hz. Output: 4.8 – 6.0 V DC 600 mAh.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
The adaptor pins are too thick and as a result excessive force is required to insert and remove the adaptor from a mains socket. This could cause damage to the socket or adaptor and expose live parts resulting in electric shock and/or fire.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950 and the relevant national standard BS 1363.
Compulsory measures:
Recall of the product from end users.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Coffee maker
BRAND: Comfort
NAME: Electric coffee maker
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CM2039
Batch number/Barcode: 6910151432244 (o)
DESCRIPTION: The product consists of two parts.The first part is a metallic, open coffee pot with a handle on the side.The second part is a metallic base with a plug cord on the side. The product comes in coloured cardboard packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
BURNS
In the event the product is operated beyond a certain time, the pot could overflow when it is lifted from the base. There is consequently a risk that the user may be be scalded.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman and York International Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (“PTAC”) units
UNITS: About 233,500
DESCRIPTION
The recall involves Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman and York International-branded Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps. The units are rated 230/208 volt, 3.5 kW and are most often installed in walls of hotels, motels, apartment buildings and commercial spaces to provide room climate control. The recalled units are beige with serial numbers ranging from 0701009633 through 0804272329. The brand name is located on the unit’s front cover. The serial number is located on the control board plate found by lifting the unit’s front cover.
IMPORTER
Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD:
The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Goodman has received five reports of power cords smoking or catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the appropriate number listed above or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cord. Non-commercial owners will receive free installation of the power cord and inspection of the PTAC control board for damages. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, non-commercial owners will also receive a free installation of a replacement control board. Commercial owners are being contacted directly and will install the power cord and inspect the control board. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, Goodman will provide a new control board for commercial owners to install.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Voltage tester
BRAND: Salane
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 888 / AC 100-500V
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Voltage tester with transparent handle. Packaging: blue plastic holder.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The product poses a risk of electric shock because the metal tip is too long and the protection rim on the handle is too small. As a result, the user could accidentally touch the live metal tip during normal use.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61243.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories
PRODUCT: Espresso coffee-maker
BRAND: TIGER
NAME: Espresso maker
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number: 1602352
Batch number/Barcode: product sold since August 2013, 200016023523
DESCRIPTION: Silver-coloured coffee-maker with black handle, for the preparation of up to 4 cups of espresso coffee. The product is packed in a white box with a picture of the product. It has been circulated on the market after August 2013.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
BURNS, INJURIES
The safety valve of the product can malfunction and, as a result, the product may blow open causing a risk of burns and injuries.
4 incidents reported.
Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Voltage tester
BRAND: Mentavill
NAME: Fáziskereső IP54
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BESTEST 9
Batch number/Barcode: 5 998282 130971
DESCRIPTION: Black and yellow voltage tester. Embossed inscriptions on the housing: "AC 100-500V" and "SALANE". Packaging: blister.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The product poses a risk of electric shock because the metal tip is too long. As a result, the user could accidentally touch the live metal tip during normal use.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61243.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
SolarWorld Solar Systems
UNITS: About 1.3 million in the U.S. and 210,000 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes SolarWorld solar systems installed with bare-copper grounding lugs installed after June 1, 2010. These solar systems use energy from the sun to generate electricity within a system circuit. The installation instructions for SolarWorld solar systems sold after June 1, 2010 called for the use of GBL-4DB lugs for grounding. SolarWorld has revised these installation instructions to explicitly call for tin-coated lugs, specifically Ilsco part number GBL-4DBT. “T” is for tin-coated and indicated by the silver color of the lug.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD:
SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ground circuit, posing an electric shock, electrocution or fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The firm has received one report of corrosion related to the bare copper lugs. No injuries have been reported.
Customers may be able to identify from the ground whether a tin-coated lug (silver) or a bare-copper lug (brown) has been used on their solar panels. Consumers who can identify the improper lugs should contact SolarWorld for replacement. If customers cannot determine which grounding lugs were used, they should contact SolarWorld to have an authorized SolarWorld agent inspect the installation and replace the lugs with tin-coated grounding lugs or equally safe alternative remedy at no cost to consumers. SolarWorld is requesting that distributors and others remove SolarWorld’s installation instructions dated before June 2014 from their websites or other commercial information sources.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Tool set with voltage tester
BRAND: Mingfeng
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: 5 999036 006894
DESCRIPTION: The tool kit consists of 5 screwdrivers, 1 voltage tester and 1 measuring tape (3m). Packaging: blister.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The voltage tester poses a risk of electric shock because the metal tip is too long and the protection rim on the handle is too small. As a result, the user could accidentally touch the live metal tip during normal use.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61243.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
AUSTRALIA
Ozplaza.Living—Heated Towel Rail TW-SOLO-DC
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Heated Towel Rail
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model: TW-SOLO-DC
220-240V 50/60Hz
16-22W IP55
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Ozplaza.Living
SUPPLIER
New Aim Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://stores.ebay.com.au/ozplaza-living
DEFECTS
Non-compliant construction. The product as constructed would not comply with the Australian electrical safety standard.
HAZARDS
Risk of electric shock.
Consumers should:
• Immediately stop using the towel rail.
• Arrange an electrician to un-install the towel rail.
• Contact ozplaza.living to arrange for the towel rails to be collected and destroyed.
• All expenses will be covered by ozplaza.living.
Consumers can contact ozplaza.living via email [email protected] or on phone (03) 9376 0841 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday except public holidays.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
Masters Home Improvement—Olsent Weatherproof Outdoor Power Kit
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Olsent Weatherproof Outdoor Power Kit includes a weatherproof box, electrical timer and a 4 outlet power board. Two different models of power board were supplied at different times – only the LA025B power boards are being
recalled. The model LA025B and the electrical approval marking SAA111929EA are located on the bottom of the power board.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
LA025B power boards
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
This product was sold in Masters Home Improvement stores across Australia from November 2013 to 26th August 2014.
SUPPLIER
Masters Home Improvement a division of Woolworths Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.masters.com.au
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The electrical contacts of the sockets are poorly aligned and the plastic enclosure does not meet the flammability requirements of the applicable standard.
HAZARDS
There is a risk of overheating and fire.
Consumers should stop using the LA025B powerboard and return it to their nearest Masters Home Improvement store to receive a replacement 4 way power board.
Customers wishing to return the complete product (weatherproof enclosure,
timer and power board) will be offered a full refund.
The other parts of the Weatherproof Outdoor Power Kit (the weatherproof box and timer) are not affected by the recall and can continue to be used.
Masters Home Improvement apologises for any inconvenience caused. If further information is required customers are invited to call: Masters Toll-free Customer Service Number 1300 337 707.
AUSTRALIA
Breville Pty Ltd—Breville Glass Kettle
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Domestic 1.6L glass kettle with charcoal coloured lid, handle and base
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
BKE260
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Big W, Betta Stores, Bing Lee, David Jones, Domayne, Harvey Norman, Harris Scarf, Joyce Mayne, KMart, Good Guys, Myer, Breville Retail Outlets.
SUPPLIER
Breville Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.breville.com.au
DEFECTS
The handle may loosen and/or detach from the body of the vessel due to not being manufactured to Breville’s material specification.
HAZARDS
Risk of injury/scalding.
Consumers should cease using this product immediatley and return the product to a Breville service agent for a replacement kettle of similar value. Consumers should not dispose of the kettle.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
The Reject Shop—Prinetti Radiant Heater
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Prinetti 1000W Radiant Heater
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model No: NSB-C13
Item No: IA0160
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
The Reject Shop
SUPPLIER
The Reject Shop
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
DEFECTS
Due to a manufacturing defect, insulation on the internal wiring of the product can get heat damaged from the heat of the metal reflector.
HAZARDS
Risk of fire and electric shock.
Stop using the product and return to the nearest The Reject Shop for a full refund.
AUSTRALIA
Australia Post—ISENSE Tower Speaker
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The ISENSE Tower Speaker sold at Australia Post Offices nationwide and featured on page 4 of the ‘Spoil you Dad with a gift he’ll love’ catalogue, on sale until Monday 11 August 2014. This does not affect a previous tower Speaker Model (Product Code 60587).
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Product Code 65220
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Australia Post Outlets
SUPPLIER
Australia Post
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
DEFECTS
The speaker is not compliant with Australian Safety Standards.
HAZARDS
The product may pose a risk of fire.
Cease using the product immediately and return it to a Post Office for a full refund.For Customer Sales and Service please call 13 POST (13 13 18).
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
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AUSTRALIA
Everlast Hydro Systems—Everlast series 2000 250T 3.6KW Water Heater
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Electric hot water unit 250ltr capacity fitted with two electric elements rated at 3.6KW
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Serial numbers beginning with 22
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Reece plumbing, Tradelink, Plumbing Plus, Plumbtec, Plumbing Supplies Co-op
SUPPLIER
Everlast Hydro Systems
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.everlastwaterheaters.com
DEFECTS
A fault in the heating elements can cause water to leak through the element connections resulting in the elements shorting.
HAZARDS
If the defect occurs there is a possibility of a localised fire in the element compartment.
Contact Everlast on 03 97682404 / 5 or Email [email protected] with the following info:
-Date and place of purchase
-Serial number (see image).
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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Hewlett-Packard and Compaq notebook computer AC power cords.
UNITS: 5,577,000 in the U.S. and 446,700 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Hewlett-Packard’s LS-15 AC power cord. The power cords were distributed with HP and Compaq notebook and mini notebook computers and with AC adapter-powered accessories such as docking stations. The power cords are black in color and have an “LS-15” molded mark on the AC adapter end of the power cord.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
The AC power cord can overheat, posing a potential fire and burn hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
HP has received 29 reports of power cords overheating and melting or charring resulting in two claims of minor burns and 13 claims of minor property damage.
Customers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled power cords and contact Hewlett-Packard to order a free replacement. Consumers can continue to use the computer on battery power.
AUSTRALIA
Hewlett-Packard Australia Pty Ltd—AC Power Cord Set
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AC Power Cord set with IEC 60320-1 C5 type Appliance connector. Supplied with HP & Compaq Notebook and Mini notebooks PCs and accessories such as docking stations.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model “LS-15” moulded marking on Appliance connector.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Supplied with HP & Compaq Notebook and Mini notebooks PCs and accessories such as docking stations.
SUPPLIER
Hewlett-Packard Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www8.hp.com/au/en/home.html
DEFECTS
In some instances the ‘LS-15’ connector’s electrical insulation may degrade over time with the potential to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
HAZARDS
The AC power cord Appliance connectors have the potential to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
1. Immediately stop using AC power cord.
2. Visit the HP Notebook PC AC Power Cord Recall website to verify if AC power cord is part of this program
3. Order a replacement cord if power cord is verified as affected.
http://www.hp.co
m/support/PowerCordReplacement.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: Flexible LED strip light
BRAND: Lucide
NAME: RGB SMD Strip Light
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 14251/03/99,
Power supply:YHY-1203000
Batch number/Barcode: 5 411212 143259
DESCRIPTION: LED strip supplied with a power supply. Sold in a white transparent cardboard package. Electrical specificatons: DS-22.5W, 100-240V/12V, class II/III, IP20/IP68
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The live parts of the mains connector of the supply cord that feeds the controlgear are accessible during insertion to the mains supply.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598-1.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: Ceiling light
BRAND: Electrogear/Harju
NAME: Transdisc LED SMD3014 Tnnistimella
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 40541/TDL13S
Batch number/Barcode: 6 438140 405418
DESCRIPTION: LED ceiling light with a motion sensor. Sold in a white-blue cardboard box.
Electrical specifications: DS - 15W, 220-240V, 50Hz, class II, IP65
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The soldering pads of the LEDs are accessible and insufficiently insulated and can become live, producing an electric shock when touched.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598-1.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,
Recall of the product from end users.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: LED power supply
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Waterproof LED Power Supply
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 12V 45W IP67 / LNM-45
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: LED power supply. Sold in a white cardboard box
Electrical spcification: Input: 110-260V, 50/60 Hz, 0,37-0,26A. Output: 12V, 3,7A, 45W, lk I, IP67
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The insulation of the power supply unit is not sufficient and the creepage distance between primary and secondary windings are not sufficient either. As a result, the user could receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61347.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: LED tube
BRAND: Electrogear
NAME: LED Valoputki
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 47477
Batch number/Barcode: 6 438140 474773
DESCRIPTION: LED tube. Sold in a blue cardboard package. Electrical specifications: DS-18W-G13, 220-240V, 50Hz
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The electrical insulation of the product is not sufficient.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62560
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,
Recall of the product from end users.
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E&E: LUMINAIRES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
LED High-Bay Luminaires
UNITS: About 10,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves CXB Series LED high-bay indoor light fixtures with model numbers CXB-23L-40K-U-1-HC and CXB-23L-40K-U-1-JP. The light fixtures are used in airport, industrial, municipal, and retailer settings, are silver colored, have a tempered glass lens and measure about 16 inches x 18 inches x 7 inches. The affected products can be identified by the manufacturing lot number found underneath the UPC label on the rim of the fixture.
IMPORTER
Cree Inc., of Durham, N.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
The glass lens on the fixture can break, posing a laceration hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The firm has received 15 reports of the tempered glass lens breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Stop using the light fixtures immediately and contact Cree for free replacements. Cree is contacting purchasers directly.
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
SRG Leisure Retail Pty Ltd—4 Outlet Powerboard Sold at Supercheap Auto, BCF and Ray's Outdoor Stores
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
4 Outlet Powerboard (Electrical Portable Outlet device) Model No. LA025A or LA025B.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Supplied by Supercheap Auto Pty Ltd, BCF Australia Pty Ltd and Ray's Outdoors Pty Ltd and sold nationwide through Supercheap Auto, BCF and Ray's Outdoors stores. Only 4 outlet powerboard units marked with model number LA025A or LA025B are being recalled.
Supercheap Auto stores have sold affected models packaged as Best Buy
4 Outlet Powerboard. BCF and Rays Outdoors stores have sold affected
models packaged as 4 Outlet Powerboard.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Supercheap Auto, BCF or Ray's Outdoors stores.
SUPPLIER
SRG Leisure Retail Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
DEFECTS
Product does not comply with Australian and New Zealand electrical safety requirements concerning resistance to fire and a secure connection to inserted plugs.
HAZARDS
Potential risk of fire.
Do not use product, disconnect from supply and return to your nearest Supercheap Auto, BCF or Ray's Outdoors store to obtain full refund.
For further information
Please direct all calls and any queries concerning this recall to the:
Customer Interaction Centre: 1300 175 010 (8.30am – 5.00pm AEST Monday to Friday)
Supercheap Auto store locator: www.supercheapauto.com.au
BCF store locator: www.bcf.com.au
Ray's Outdoors store locator: www.raysoutdoors.com.au
AUSTRALIA
FantooshTelco Pty Ltd—International Travel Adaptor
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Input your text
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
International Travel Adaptor all in one travel adaptor device.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Variety One - Ashmore, Price Busters, Bargain Central, Dollar Wise, Flash Harry, Bargain Mania - Kelvin Grove and Choice Cannon Hill.
SUPPLIER
FantooshTelco Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The travel adaptors do not meet the safety criteria for the electrical safety standard AS/NZS 3820. As a result a consumer may be exposed to live parts.
HAZARDS
The defect may result in electrical shock, fire or short circuit.
Return the product to shops from where it was purchased for a full refund.
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
INFINITY & OLSENT branded Infinity TPS & Orange Round Electrical Cables
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
All 'INFINITY' and 'OLSENT' branded Infinity TPS (flat and flexible) and Orange Round low voltage electrical cables of all sizes, configurations and models that are polymeric insulated and PVC sheathed/insulated.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
All sizes and configurations of TPS and Orange Round mains power cables sourced from Infinity Cable Co Pty Ltd and supplied under 'INFINITY' and 'OLSENT' brands are affected. The cable is labelled 'INFINITY' or 'OLSENT' at 1 metre intervals.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
'INFINITY' branded cables were supplied by:
(1) Mitre 10 (Sep - Oct 2013), (2) John Danks & Son to "Home Timber & Hardware" (Jul - Sep 2013), (3) John Danks & Son to "Thrifty-Link Hardware" (Jul - Sep 2013)
(4) John Danks & Son to "Plants Plus" and independent hardware stores (Jul - Sep 2013), (5) Pioneer Electrical Supplies, (6) Salmon Bros. Data and Electrical, (7) United Electrical and Data Supplies, (8) Alliance Electrical Wholesalers, (9) Sydney Electrical Wholesalers, (10) HEM Queensland, (11) Ramax Electrical Wholesalers, (12) Network Electrical Supplies
(13) Go Electrical, (14) Advanced Electrical Wholesalers, (15) EZLEC Trade Supplies, (16) Project Lighting, (17) Popes Electrical and Data Supplies
Both 'INFINITY' and 'OLSENT' branded cables were supplied by:
(18) Masters Home Improvement (Mar 2012 - Sep 2013)
Not all 'OLSENT' branded cable was sourced from Infinity Cable Co Pty Ltd. Masters Home Improvement can arrange for a visual inspection of 'OLSENT' cable which will determine whether the cable is affected by this notice.
Consumers can contact Masters & John Danks & Sons on 1300 236 787 or visit www.masters.com.au/DIYProjectIdeas/SupportHelp/InfinityAnd
OlsentCablesRecall
SUPPLIER
INFINITY CABLE CO PTY LTD
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
DEFECTS
The cables fail the required ageing tests of AS/NZS 5000.2:2006. The insulation could become prematurely brittle with age.
HAZARDS
If the insulation becomes brittle and the cables are disturbed, the insulation could break and expose live conductors, resulting in possible electric shock or fires.
If you suspect any of these cables were installed in your premises, contact the responsible builder, electrical contractor or appliance installer to confirm whether Infinity cable was used. They will liaise with you, and the cable supplier from whom they sourced the cable, about obtaining remedy under this safety recall. The cable supplier will then arrange for inspection of your wiring and remediation of any installed Infinity cable that they supplied, free of charge to the consumer, under the safety recall.
If you want your wiring inspected, the cable supplier should be given the first opportunity to arrange this. If you are uncertain who the cable supplier was, you can arrange for a licensed electrical contractor to inspect your wiring. Inspection costs are not recoverable from cable suppliers if Infinity cable was not installed or if the cable supplier cannot be determined.
If you have any unused or removed Infinity cable then return this to the cable supplier for a full refund or replacement.
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/SLOVENIA
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Extension lead
BRAND: Qiaosheng
NAME: Displacement Function Adapter
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1500W
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 2013010913046
DESCRIPTION: A white extension lead with a blue ON/OFF button. Supplied in a plastic bag with a blue label.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
There is no earth connection. It can overheat during normal use. The clearances and creepage distances are insufficient. It is made of non fire resistant materials. The cross-sectional area of the conductors in the cable is too small.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60884.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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EU/THE NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Machinery
PRODUCT: Wood working machinery/ forestry machinery
BRAND: Wuhan Haiyu Technology Development
NAME: Woodchipper
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CH6
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Machine to be mounted on a tractor in order to be used as a equipment for chipping wood.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CUTS, INJURIES
Due to the lack of guarding (blades can easily be touched by persons; feeder can be open easily without using equipment; moving parts are accessible by persons) and the way the machine has been designed, there is a total lack of application of the principles of safety integration.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger
UNITS: 10,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves kayak and watersports storage hangers sold as a pair of blue and black fabric straps that measure approximately 1 inch wide and 84 inches long when unbuckled. The straps include a plastic snap buckle to adjust the length and a plastic-coated steel S-hook attachment for hanging. Model number 11917-6 is located on the back of the retail package near the barcode.
IMPORTER
Attwood Corporation of Lowell, Mich.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
The length adjustment buckles release unexpectedly, causing the item being stored to fall and injure people nearby.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled storage hangers and return them to Attwood or the store where the item was purchased for a full refund or replacement.
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AUSTRALIA
Picasso—Picasso 'Magnum' Carbon Rail Speargun
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
28mm carbon rail tube Magnum handle with 100% stainless steel inverted trigger mechanism Magnum muzzle for circular rubbers Supplied with the new 19mm boom circular rubber with quick dyneema and the new 6.5mm Stainless steel shaft.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
PS-PA.ESP1376
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
ADRENO Spearfishing
SUPPLIER
Picasso
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The potential exists for the product to discharge unintentionally.
HAZARDS
If the speargun is discharged unintentionally and is pointed at a person it could cause serious injury or death.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a safety check.
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EU/FINLAND PRODUCT: Glass jar containing garlic paste
MANUFACTURED IN: Thailand
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Migration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate (DOTP) (150 mg/kg - ppm) from glass jar containing coriander paste from Thailand.
Official detention.
EU/ITALY PRODUCT: Melamine boards
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Migration of formaldehyde (28 mg/kg - ppm) and of melamine (12.41 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine boards from China.
Melamine boards.
EU/UNITED KINGDOM
PRODUCT: Melamine plates
MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Migration of formaldehyde (27 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine plates from Hong Kong.
Official detention.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
PRODUCT: Plastic melamine bowls
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Migration of formaldehyde (134; 122 mg/kg - ppm) from plastic melamine bowls from China.
Withdrawal from the market.
EU/GERMANY PRODUCT: Tea tong
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Migration of nickel (1.52 mg/kg - ppm) from tea tong from Germany.
Withdrawal from the market.
EU/ITALY PRODUCT: Knives
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Outer coating coming off (40 mg/dm²) from knives from China.
Official detention.
EU/FINLAND PRODUCT: Glass jar containing garlic paste
MANUFACTURED IN: Thailand
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
Migration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate (DOTP) (180 mg/kg - ppm) from glass jar containing garlic paste from Thailand.
Import not authorized.
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USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Bean bag chairs
UNITS: Unknown
DESCRIPTION
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Ace Bayou Corp., of New Orleans, La., are announcing the voluntary recall of about 2.2 million bean bag chairs following the deaths of two children.
The zippers on the bean bag chairs can be opened and children can then crawl inside, get trapped and suffocate or choke on the bean bag chair’s foam beads. The voluntary standard requires non-refillable bean bag chairs to have closed and permanently disabled zippers.
A 13-year old boy from McKinney, Texas died and a 3-year-old girl from Lexington, Ky. died after suffocating from lack of air and inhaling the chair’s foam beads. Both children were found inside the chairs.
The recalled bean bag chairs have two zippers that can be unzipped and opened, including one of the exterior cover and other directly underneath that zipper. The recalled chairs with zippers that open were sold in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors and fabrics. They include round or L-shaped, vinyl or fabric, and are filled with polystyrene foam beads. They were sold in a variety of colors, including purple, violet, blue, red, pink, yellow, Kelly green, black, port, navy, lime, royal blue, turquoise, tangerine and multi-color. The round bean bag chairs were sold in three sizes, 30, 32 and 40 inches in diameter. The L-shaped bean bag chair measures 18 inches wide by 30 inches deep by 30 inches high. “ACE BAYOU CORP” is printed on a tag sewn into the bean bag chair’s cover seam. They were made in China.
The recalled bean bag chairs were sold at Bon-Ton, Meijer, Pamida, School Specialty, Wayfair and Walmart stores and online at Amazon.com, Meijer.com and Walmart.com before July 2013 for between $30 and $100.
Consumers should check their bean bag chairs for any zippers that can open, take those that can open away from children immediately and contact Ace Bayou for a free repair kit to permanently disable the zippers so that they cannot be opened.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: Unknown
HAZARD:
The zippers on the bean bag chairs can be opened by children who can then crawl inside, get trapped and suffocate or choke on the bean bag chair’s foam beads.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported.
None reported.
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AUSTRALIA
Tigerlily Swimwear—Tigerlily Scented Candles
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This Recall applies to all Tigerlily scented candles that do not have a batch-code (four digit numerical code) indelibly printed on the base of the glass candle holder.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
The affected Tigerlily candles were sold in the following scents:
Viva, Del Este, Beatnik Bohemia; Villa Blanche; Jewelled Realms, Montego Bay, Sandalwood, Viva Tiger, Monsoon Will Shine, and Leave the World Behind.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
The candles were sold through Tigerlily stores and a number of other retail outlets, including, but not limited to:
- David Jones
- Surfection
- J R’s Surf and Ski
- The Big Kahuna Surf Shop
- www.surfstich.com.au
- www.birdmotel.com.au
- www.sds.com.au
- www.tigerlilyfashion.com.au
SUPPLIER
Sapphire Group Pty Limited
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
DEFECTS
In rare cases, when alight, the candle may give off excessive smoke, the glass base may overheat, the glass encasing the candle may shatter, and/or the candle flame may flare up larger than expected.
HAZARDS
This may pose a risk of injury from broken glass and uncontained hot wax, as well as from fire and smoke.
If your Tigerlily candle does not have a batch-code, you should immediately stop using the candle and return it to your nearest Tigerlily store for a refund, replacement, or voucher.
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AUSTRALIA
Bed Bath N Table—Morgan & Finch Fretwork Hanging Votive Candle
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Morgan & Finch Fretwork hanging Votive Holder 20cm in height and 12cm in diameter. Colours – white and grey.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Item code 16812001 and 16812002.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Bed Bath N Table
SUPPLIER
Bed Bath N Table
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
DEFECTS
The votive candle holder may catch alight as a candle burns down to the base, and remain alight longer than permitted in accordance with the Competition and Consumer Act (2010) Permanent Ban on Combustible Candle Holders.
HAZARDS
If defective, there is a possibility that the resin votive holder may cause a fire, or cause burns and if a fire is a cause there is a possibility of serious injury or death.
Cease use immediately and return it to your closes Bed Bath n Table store for a full refund.
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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Recreational crafts
PRODUCT: Personal water craft
BRAND: Sea Doo
NAME: Sea Scooter
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Spark MY 2014
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Personal water craft for recreational purposes
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Mexico
INJURIES
The steering column/handlebar may have been manufactured incorrectly and could break causing the operator to lose his or her balance.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Recreational Craft Directive.
Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Multi-Purpose Outdoor Shelter
UNITS: About 2,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes the 10 ft. by 20 ft. multi-purpose shelter with “Code Number: L‑GZ761PST.” The code number is printed on a label sewn into the top of side panels of the canopy fabric. The fabric canopies are white and cover an area of about 20 ft. by 24 ft. “Sunjoy Industries” and “Made in China” are printed under the barcode label on the product packaging.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
The fabric canopy on the shelters fails to comply with a voluntary flammability standard, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
Consumers should immediately remove the canopy from the shelter’s frame and store it in a safe place, away from any flame or other source of ignition and then contact Sunjoy Industries for instructions on how to return it for a replacement or full refund. All purchasers have been contacted by the firm.
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USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
NRS water sports helmets
UNITS: About 3,300
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves NRS “Chaos Side Cut” helmets used for water sports, including rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddling and canoeing. The helmet’s hard shell is available in yellow, red, blue or white. “NRS” is printed on the front and back of the helmet. The recalled helmets have a black “Boa” dial-fit retention harness inside at the back of the helmet. “Boa” is printed on the dial. “Chaos” and PO#39225 are printed on a white sticker inside of the helmet. Helmets with an “Inspected” sticker inside the shell under the Boa dial are not included in this recall.
IMPORTER
NRS Inc., of Moscow, Idaho
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
The rivets holding the chin strap to the helmet can fail and cause the helmet to fall off in an incident, posing a risk of head injury.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
NRS has received four reports of the helmet’s rivets failing. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to the place where purchased or NRS for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
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EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: WIKY
NAME: Sofia, Fashion Show
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 114253
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: (1) 8590331142521, (2) 8590331142538, (3) 8590331142552
DESCRIPTION: Plastic dolls about 29 cm tall with blond hair with accessories: 1. Two handbags, stilettos, brush, two silver necklaces. 2. Handbag, stilettos, brush, silver necklace. 3. Shoes and handbag Individual items of dolls are dressed in different coloured dresses.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 36.1% by weight).
Phthalates may cause harm to the unborn child and have possible risk of impaired fertility and a negative effect on the development of reproductive organs.
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.
Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.
EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Pull-along toy
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 024038
Batch number/Barcode: 8590687024038
DESCRIPTION: Green plastic pelican on yellow wheels with a white cord to pull. The toy has four holes of different shapes on each side and there are eight plastic pieces in various shapes, which are intended for insertion into the holes. Packed in white a plastic net with a label with the word "TOYS".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product contains small parts that can be swallowed by small children causing internal airway obstruction.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Sweet´ n FUN
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 24802, LOT: 140319
Batch number/Barcode: 6920131248024
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 8 cm tall with different hair, dress and pink or red shoes. In the package are additional accessories: bicycle, cosmetic table or suitcase and bag of different coloured sweets (Best before: 15/03/2018, Net weight: 5g) Ages 3+.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 8.7 % by weight).
Phthalates may cause harm to the unborn child and have possible risk of impaired fertility and a negative effect on the development of reproductive organs.
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.
Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: T&V Market
NAME: Fashion GIRL
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO. 5552
Batch number/Barcode: T-V, EAN: 1546054941641
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 27 cm tall with long hair pulled back in a ponytail in a dress with bright printing and additional accessories (pink hat, pink cosmetic table, flower shape comb - pink, yellow or blue). Packed in cardboard box with transparent plastic window.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 37.4% 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: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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EU/LATVIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Bubble shooter gun
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: BubbleZ
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO: 90693
Batch number/Barcode: Batch: 357795, EAN 8711252906935
DESCRIPTION: The product consists of an orange/green plastic bubble gun and a separate blue container with soap solution. Packed in a blister with blue cardboard backing.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Presence of mesophilic aerobic micro-organisms in the soap solution exceeding the limit values. There is clear risk of contracting infections as the solution may come in contact with the mouth, hands and eyes and may be inhaled.
The product does not comply with requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Voluntary measures: Destruction of the product.
EU/ESTONIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic Doll with sweets
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Diana
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YT08284
Batch number/Barcode: Lot NO.:04/2013 EAN 6933893315170
DESCRIPTION: Doll (length 297mm) with brown hair and white dress packed in a transparent plastic box. The plastic box also contains coloured sweets wrapped in a cellophane bag. Best Before: 04/2018;
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (measured value up to 30% by weight).
Phthalates may cause harm to the unborn child and have possible risk of impaired fertility and a negative effect on the development of reproductive organs.
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: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Set of musical instruments
BRAND: QING XING TOYS
NAME: Baby Toys Mini Music Set
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO. 701
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Toy set of three plastic musical instruments (trumpet, maracas, tambourine), packed in blister with paper backing.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product contains small parts that can easily detach and be swallowed by small children causing internal airway obstruction.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users,
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Fancy-dress costume
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Halloween Play Set
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CJ 0529085
Batch number/Barcode: 5 998273 718812
DESCRIPTION: Black plastic foil fancy-dress costume with a white hem. The product is packed in transparent plastic and a cardboard clothes hanger
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
BURNS
The material of the fancy dress is highly flammable. If a child wears the costume and it catches fire, the child may get burned.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-2.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
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EU/LATVIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Push-along toy
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 02905
Batch number/Barcode: 5901448340060
DESCRIPTION: Plastic push-along toy, which consists of a red squirrel, mounted on a green platform with four blue wheels.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland
CHOKING, INJURIES
Small parts of the toy can easily detach (screw nuts can be unscrewed and separated from the toy without using instruments) and be swallowed by small children causing internal airway obstruction. The ears of the squirrel have abrasive edges which may cause the risk of injury.
The product does not comply with the requirements Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Destruction of the product.
EU/SLOVENIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Puzzle mats
BRAND: PAMAX
NAME: Tappeto Alfabeto
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 061-2, Lotto Luglio 2012
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 6033765687300
DESCRIPTION: The toy is a set of puzzles. Ages 3+.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The products pose a risk of choking because small parts could easily be detached from the corners of the toys and small children could choke on them.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.
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EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Soft toy key ring (a sheep)
BRAND: Richard Lang & Son
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 3878
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Key ring (5 x 2 cm) of a sheep with a soft body.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (sheep head) can be be easily detached and be swallowed by small children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: AMY
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.:8732
Batch number/Barcode: .
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with orange hair, red shoes and two dresses and a comb as accessory.
The doll is packed in a plastic transparent bag, with purple ribbon and pink roses.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 30 % by weight) and Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value 0.4% by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: HE CHENG
NAME: Baby Lovely
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.: 29.80025
Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 5205193030871
Description: Plastic baby doll with white-pink ribbon on the head, dressed with white-pink baby suit. The doll is accompanied with plastic stethoscope and little hammer as accessories. The product is supplied in a pink cardboard box with a transparent front part.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 13.4 % by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Toy animals set
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Farm set
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.: H636
Batch number/Barcode: 5204214004587
DESCRIPTION: Toy set of 6 plastic animals (2 cows, 2 pigs, a dog and a horse). Packaging: transparent plastic bag with a blue cardboard that bears a label with indications in Greek.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values: pig: 2.2% by weight; dog: 1.8% by weight; horse: 0.42% by weight; cow: 0.29% 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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Meiqui Meiren Yonglai
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO: 935143864
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8595586351438
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 10 cm tall, with long different hair pulled back in a ponytails or in chignon. The doll may have different dress with a butterfly on her chest and blue shoes. Hard transparent plastic packaging with labels in Czech and Slovak.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's head contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 20.7% by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: MY BABY
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 40618, #518A, 130060, V12, 402014, 404,
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8592117406186, 4468260017544
DESCRIPTION: Set of 3 dolls about 10 cm tall with long different hair pulled back in a ponytail. The doll has expressive eyes, red shoes and different dress. The set is packed in transparent plastic.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contain di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 25.1% 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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Wooden puzzle
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Lion
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 6601 (on the product), 130051 (on the attached label)
Batch number/Barcode: 8580091300514
DESCRIPTION: Wooden puzzle in the shape of a lion is composed of four parts of different sizes. The toy is packed in transparent foil with attached paper label.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts that could be swallowed by children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Lovely Girl
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO. 888-2
Batch number/Barcode: Item No: 4912352, B: 144, EAN: 8713149123524
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with long blond hair pulled back in a ponytail, blue eyes and red shoes. The doll may have different dresses. The product is supplied in a cardboard box with transparent plastic cover that has warnings about small parts in Czech, Slovak and Polish.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of the head of the doll (measured value: 14.3 % by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Angel
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No: 4910075, B: 432.
Batch number/Barcode: 8713149100754
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 11.5 cm tall with long pink hair pulled back in two chignons. The doll has a painted dress (red with white polka dots) and red wings, attached to a red oval pedestal. The toy is packed in a transparent plastic tube with orange cord for hanging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk as the plastic material of the head of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 9.5 % by weight). 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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: ANNETTE
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.AT3
Batch number/Barcode: 8592065028645
DESCRIPTION: Plastic soft doll - baby without clothes, about 12 cm tall, with moving arms and legs.The baby is sitting in the pink packaging. On the front there is inscription: “ANNETTE Simulating the true“.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk as the plastic material of the head of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 5 % by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: POP GIRL, Girl Fashion Series
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.5801
Batch number/Barcode: Item No: 4914430, B: 912, EAN: 873149144307
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 10 cm tall with long hair pulled back in a ponytail decorated with a green bow and pink flower with shiny rhinestones.
The product is supplied in a cardboard box with transparent plastic cover that has warnings about small parts in Czech, Slovak and Polish.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of the head of the doll (measured value: 33.1 % by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Children's snorkel
BRAND: EXIS
NAME: Swim snorkel
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.:139Υ
Batch number/Barcode: 8427582013112
DESCRIPTION: Blue plastic swim snorkel for children with black mouthpiece and pink top. Packaging: plastic colourless transparent bag, with blue-white dolphins and a blue cardboard label.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because its mouthpiece contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted level (measured value up to 3.1% by weight) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured values: 42.9 % 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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Set of plastic doll and toys
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: BABY LOVELY
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: EU5421
Batch number/Barcode: 4200037054212
DESCRIPTION: Set of plastic toys: doll with blue glasses, purple shoes, yellow pony, brown dog. The doll may have a different dress.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP above the permitted level (measured values: head 40.1% by weight and ponny: 37.3% by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: RAPPA
NAME: PRINCESS
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.KQ, Art. N°: 024793; STJH110/DH2481
Batch number/Barcode: 8590687024793; Serie: 024793/062013.
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 29 cm tall with long black hair and a silver crown. On the packaging there is another description: „Stylish dolls series Deserve most to collect!.“
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk due to the excessive presence of Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of the doll's head (measured value: 21.5 % 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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: GUANGDONG JIEYANG YONGLAI
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No: 4910079, B: 432
Batch number/Barcode: 8713149100792
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll about 10 cm tall. The doll may have a different dress and shoes. The toy is stored in an oval, transparent plastic box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk due to the excessive presence of Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of the doll's head (33.82 % 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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Teddies
NAME: Beautiful
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 56330216, Y7554014
Batch number/Barcode: 5905698023582
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll - baby with a baby bottle with coloured closure (eg. blue or pink.)The baby is sitting in a pink bathtub on white shanks.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk due to the excessive presence of Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of the doll's head (31.5 % 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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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PRODUCT: Plastic doll
BRAND: Aidella
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.SLE 050; Item No:4910381; B: 192.
Batch number/Barcode: 8713149103816
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with long pink hair, pink dress and red shoes. The doll has on her hands silver bracelets.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the doll head contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 13.6% 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.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/LATVIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Push-along toy
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: SUPER WHEEL
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 189/62140251
Batch number/Barcode: 4752067063615
DESCRIPTION: Plastic push-along toy in transparent packaging with cardboard identification label.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because a child could easily access and remove the small balls and the green plastic connection piece between the wheel and the stick and put it in the mouth.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures: Destruction of the product.
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PRODUCT: Doll
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Beautiful Girl
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2488-14, 62310030
Batch number/Barcode: 4752067064490
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with striped textile trousers. Packaging: transparent plastic bag with sticker containing identification.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the head can be mouthed and contains 20,2 % by mass of di-n-octylphthalate (DNOP) and 3,2% by mass of diisononyl phthalate (DINP).
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.
Compulsory measures: Destruction of the product.
AUSTRALIA
Target Australia Pty Ltd—Young One Baby Toy Stroller with Sounds
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Push along toy
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Keycode: 55818704
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Target Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER
Target Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.target.com.au/
DEFECTS
A small plastic part on this toy can be removed during use posing an ingestion and/or choking hazard. The toy does not comply with the mandatory standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age, AS/NZS 8124.1:2002 (as amended by the regulation).
HAZARDS
If small parts are liberated during use, this poses a potential ingestion and/or choking hazard to young children.
Immediately stop using this product and return it to a Target or Target Country store for a full refund.
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CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment
PRODUCT: Baby changing table with plastic mattress
BRAND: “Qbena plastic mattress” and “Exine plastic mattress”
Name: Elise
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8080-02, 34223,
Batch number/Barcode: none
DESCRIPTION: Plastic mattress for changing table. Size 76*78 cm. This mattress is also part of changing table models 35441, 35442, 35443, 35444, 35446, 35447
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the mattress contains di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 5 % by weight).
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.
Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users,
Recall of the product from end users.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Franklin & Ben Mason 4-in-1 Convertible Cribs
UNITS: About 1,000 in the U.S and 100 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes Franklin & Ben Mason style 4-in-1 style cribs model number 5601 that were manufactured from January 2012 through August 2012. The model number and the date of manufacture are printed on a label on the inside of a side panel of the crib. Listed on the label as a “serial number,” the following purchase order numbers are included in the recall: H004522, H004546, H004548 or H004777. The cribs have solid wood sideboards and wood rails on the front and back of the crib in varying heights and can convert to a daybed, toddler bed or full-sized bed. There is a storage drawer at the base of the crib with two metal knobs. The recalled cribs were sold in weathered gray and rustic brown, and measure 57 inches long by 33 inches wide by 51 inches high.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan
HAZARD:
The crib front can separate from the side panels and create a hazardous gap that can allow a child to fall out or become entrapped between the front and side panels.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The firm has received 14 reports of the front separating from the side panels of the crib. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact the firm for a free repair kit. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child’s age.
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
Brita hard-sided water filter bottle for kids
UNITS: About 242,500
DESCRIPTION
The four recalled children’s water bottles have popular cartoon characters on a hard-sided plastic bottle. Characters and bottle colors include Dora the Explorer®, violet; Hello Kitty®, pink; SpongeBob Square Pants®, blue; and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles®, green. The bottles stand 6 inches tall, hold 15 ounces of liquid, have white lids that screw off and have fold-up straws and filters that sit inside the straw below the lid. Each bottle bears a Brita logo and features the image of a popular children’s cartoon character. The removable plastic wrap on the bottle at time of purchase has the model number BB07 and the following UPC codes: 60258-35883 on the Dora the Explorer, 60258-35914 on the Hello Kitty, 60258-35880 on the SpongeBob Square Pants and 60258-35882 on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
IMPORTER
BRITA LP of Oakland, Calif.
MANUFACTURED IN: Mexico
HAZARD:
The lid can break into pieces with sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Brita has received 35 reports of lids breaking or cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water bottles and contact Brita to receive a postage-paid shipping package to return the bottles for a full refund.
EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment
PRODUCT: Babies' bib
BRAND: Caravel
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 10435
Batch number/Barcode: .
DESCRIPTION: White plastic bib with coloured lines and pictures of animal heads. The product is sold unpacked.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 15.6 % by weight) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured value 0.5% by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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PRODUCT: Babies' bib
BRAND: ΤΙ-ΤΙΝ
NAME: AUSINI
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.: 3439
Batch number/Barcode: 8414155034391
DESCRIPTION: Babies' plastic bib with pictures of dinosaurs, trees and plants and a white rubber at the neck area. The product is sold unpacked.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Spain
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains because it contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 0.28 % 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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
AUSTRALIA
Baby-Direct.com.au—Virginia 3-in-1 Sleigh Baby Cot
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Virginia 3-in-1 wooden sleigh cot in white colour
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
GH-208
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Baby-direct.com.au
SUPPLIER
Gl4ever Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.baby-direct.comau
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The cot does not comply with the mandatory Australian standard, AS/NZS 2172:2003 Cots for household use—safety and performance requirements.
HAZARDS
The cot failed to comply with the various design, safety and performance and marking requirements of the mandatory standard. The product poses numerous risks, including suffocation and entrapment hazards, to infants using this product.
All affected customers should:
• stop using the cot immediately
• not re-gift or sell any used cots
• contact Gl4ever Pty Ltd to arrange for their cots to be collected and destroyed (at Gl4ever Pty Ltd's expense) and a full-refund for the cost of the cot.
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Love N Care Pty Ltd—Elite Regal Cot
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
3 in 1 Regal Cot - Converts from a cot to a junior bed to a Sofa.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
TRC 30 - Model Number
Batch EIC-1134-2.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
My Baby Warehouse, Haggle Baby
Country Kids, Better Baby Deals
SUPPLIER
Love N Care Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://lovencare.com.au
DEFECTS
The cot base is too wide, resulting in a narrow gap between the mattress base and the dropside bottom rail.
HAZARDS
The cot poses an entrapment hazard to children's fingers.
All affected customers have been contacted and supplied with a replacement base.
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CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT: Screen and keyboard cleaning set
BRAND: 3M
NAME: Screen and keyboard cleaner
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CL 680 FT-5100-9260-2
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Screen and keyboard cleaner sold as part of a kit for keeping CRT monitors, LCD screens, portable computer screens, anti-glare screens and keyboards dust-free and clean. Blister pack containing a kit comprising of a 35-ml container with screen and keyboard cleaning liquid and wipes.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
MICROBIOLOGICAL
The product poses a microbiological risk because of suspected contamination with Burkholderia cepacia which can cause infection for people with cystic fibrosis or a weakened immune system.
Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.
EU/SLOVENIA
CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT: Cleaner for car windows
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Opticlean
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: 8 033229750 113
DESCRIPTION: Cleaner for car windows.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains more than 10 % by weight of methanol and should be classified as toxic.Furthermore, a child resistant fastening and tactile warning of danger are missing.
The product does not comply with the Regulation No 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
QoR® Synthetic Ox Gall
UNITS: About 470 units and 90 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
The product is designed to be used with artists’ watercolor paints in small amounts to improve flow and wetting. It is clear and of low viscosity and packaged in a 59 ml clear glass jar with a dropper lid. Product code of 7001000-2 appears on the label. One of the following batch numbers is printed on the bottom of the jar: 365254, 366319, 366405 or 366626.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: USA
HAZARD:
Risk of skin rash or blistering.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement.
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CORRIGENDUM
Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products– January 27th -- February 15th 2014 has been updated upon request of the national authority.
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Child's gardening gloves
BRAND: Green Tower
NAME: Green Tower Kinderhandschuh (child's gloves) Junior
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No: 625175
Batch number/Barcode: 4 001273 012352
DESCRIPTION: Child's blue gardening gloves, back and cuff made of blue cotton material, palm and fingertips in leather, palm and fingers padded with white non-woven fabric.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine 3,3‘-Dimethoxybenzidin (up to 55.7 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Boys' trousers
BRAND: Urchin
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FH85077
Batch number/Barcode: -
DESCRIPTION: Light blue coloured, short cotton trousers, intended for boys up to 10 years old. The trousers have light blue coloured drawstrings at the lower edge of the garment.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of drawstrings which hang below the lower hem of the garment.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children clothing set
BRAND: Super Brother
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LN-6548
Batch number/Barcode: 6922620485
DESCRIPTION: Clothing set with blue coloured, leisure trousers and hooted sweatshirt and a white t-shirt intended for children up to 10 years old.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of cords with free ends in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children's clothing set
BRAND: Holly Work Collection
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XW-9763
Batch number/Barcode: 6922620285
DESCRIPTION: Clothing set intended for children up to 8 years old. Set is consisted of a blue coloured leisure trousers and a blue coloured hooded sweatshirt. The sweatshirt can be tied and adjusted with drawstrings, in light green colour, in the neck and hood area.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area, consequently children’s clothing can become entrapped during various activities of a child. A loop can be created and strangulation to the child may occur.
The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: children’s trousers
BRAND: LANDL
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LP1062
Batch number/Barcode: -
DESCRIPTION: Leisure trousers in different colours for girls decorated with 2 fishes and a waistband that includes an unattached drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends. Size: 98,104,110,116,122,128
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because of the presence of unattached drawstrings in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girl’s trousers
BRAND: Cactus Clone
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DISM-GCW42234
Batch number/Barcode: 5999079910011
DESCRIPTION: Pink leisure trousers for girls with a decoration and an inscription: "MINNIE".
Size: 110 cm
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because of the presence of unattached drawstrings in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
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PRODUCT: children’s leisure trousers
BRAND: Play Back
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: T-829
Batch number/Barcode: 6011037108298
DESCRIPTION: Dark blue and green leisure trousers with unattached drawstrings with free ends in the waistband. The trousers are decorated with inscriptions: "YONK 46 SMITH", "ORIGINAL", "YONK 46 INC ATHLET DPT", ”New York Athletic Dept, Old School, 1986 46 Original” and "46 ATHLET DPT".
Size: 98-128
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because of the presence of unattached drawstrings in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Power Flower
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: F530
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Polka dots girls' bikini. The top can be tied with functional cords on the back. The product is available in pink and blue colors. Size: 8/10.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are tied at the back.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN-14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
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SOFTLINES: TEXTILE AND CLOTHING
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girl’s bikini
BRAND: TianHe
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 9007
Batch number/Barcode: -
DESCRIPTION: Yellow girl’s bikini decorated with red ruffles, pony figures and voice notes. The bottom parts of the bikinis has the inscription: „SWEETIE BELLE”. Size: 8
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of functional cords that are tied at the neck area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN-14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
Hooded swimwear jackets
UNITS: About 210
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves the Little Marc Jacobs girl’s hooded pull-over swimwear cover up jacket made of 100% cotton. The jackets are navy with red flowers and teal leaves and have a teal bunny appliqué and two buttons on the front. They were sold in girl’s sizes 2 through 12. Little Marc Jacobs Swimwear, style number LM28616, Lot #1 and the size are printed on the black sewn-in label at the center back of the jackets.
IMPORTER
Unknown
MANUFACTURED IN: India
HAZARD:
The jackets have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation and/or entanglement hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines about drawstrings in children's upper outerwear. In 1997, those guidelines were incorporated into a voluntary standard. Then, in July 2011, based on the guidelines and voluntary standard, CPSC issued a federal regulation. CPSC's actions demonstrate a commitment to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on neck and waist drawstrings in upper outerwear, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
Consumers should immediately take the jackets away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the jacket to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s jacket
BRAND: JUMP & FISH
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JF-H205
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Artificial leather lined and hooded jacket for children with zip. The hood can be removed from the jacket.Size: 8-16A .
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
STRANGULATION
The product poses a serious risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstring with knots and toggles on the ends in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' coat
BRAND: A Classic Fashion
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: W-073
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Lined coat with hood and zip-fastener for girls. The hood can be removed with using zipper. The coat is decorated with inscriptions: “dress” and "pretty girls". The product is available in various colours.Size: 98-116.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
INJURIES, STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with knots on the ends in the hood. The cord is made out of rubber and if a child pulls it, the toggles may spring back into its eyes and face causing injuries.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
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EU/HUNGARY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s sweater
BRAND: ABOUND
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. model: ND-01; 2. model: ND-02
Batch number/Barcode: -
DESCRIPTION: Both models consist of a set of blue children’s sweatshirt with hood, zip-fastener and kangaroo pockets. The products are decorated with different inscriptions and crests. The hood includes not fixed drawstring with free ends. Size: 4 (110-116 cm)
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
STRANGULATION
The drawstring placed in the hood with free ends poses a serious risk of strangulation to children.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment
PRODUCT: Babies' bib
BRAND: Caravel
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 10435
Batch number/Barcode: .
DESCRIPTION: White plastic bib with coloured lines and pictures of animal heads. The product is sold unpacked.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 15.6 % by weight) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured value 0.5% by weight).
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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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EU/GREECE
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment
PRODUCT: Babies' bib
BRAND: ΤΙ-ΤΙΝ
NAME: AUSINI
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.: 3439
Batch number/Barcode: 8414155034391
DESCRIPTION: Babies' plastic bib with pictures of dinosaurs, trees and plants and a white rubber at the neck area. The product is sold unpacked.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Spain
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains because it contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 0.28 % 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.
Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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SOFTLINES: SHOES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Ladies' shoes
BRAND: Comfort
NAME: Damen Bio Clog
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KL-Art. 8296624, LFN No 2967790
Batch number/Barcode: EAN-Code: 4300175978514
DESCRIPTION: Clogs with dark blue synthetic upper, brown leather insole and black synthetic sole. Size 37
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong
CHEMICAL
The product contains Chromium VI (measured values of the insole 8.3 mg/kg). Chromium VI is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures: Other.
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Protective equipment
PRODUCT: Safety shoes
BRAND: Baudou
NAME: Miami
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Miami Ref: 2014-1405
Batch number/Barcode: 3476743859477;3476743859453; 3476743858425. Batch: 01/2014
DESCRIPTION: Safety shoes in black and orange colours.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy
INJURIES, FIRE
The products pose a risk of injuries because the impact resistance is not sufficient and therefore the shoes do not protect adequately against crushing. Moreover, the slip resistance is inadequate. Furthermore, sparks might be produced and that could lead to a fire or an explosion in risk environments.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the relevant European standard EN 20345.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
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NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Protective equipment
PRODUCT: Safety shoes
BRAND: Baudou
NAME: Mercure
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mercure BSX 1910
Batch number/Barcode: 3476742663464;3476742663426; 3476742663396. Batch: 12/2013; Year of manufacture: 2013
DESCRIPTION: Safety shoes.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy
INJURIES, FIRE
The product poses a risk of injuries because the impact resistance is not sufficient and therefore the shoes do not protect adequately against crushing. Moreover, the slip resistance is inadequate. Furthermore, sparks might be produced and that could lead to a fire or an explosion in risk environments.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the relevant European standard EN 20345.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Recall of the product from end users.
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Ladies' sandals
BRAND: Jenny by ara
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: 30169811004990
DESCRIPTION: Ladies' sandals with light brown and red leather uppers (straps), light brown leather lining and light brown leather insoles; light brown plastic sole with heel, and side of sole in weave effect; size of the sample 41.5.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Republic of Moldova
CHEMICAL
The products pose a chemical risk because they contain Chromium (VI) (measured values: up to 7.7 mg/kg).
Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures: Other.
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SOFTLINES: BAGS AND ACCESSORIES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Bracelet
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Blumenarmband (flower bracelet)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 4026649055481 / MGB No 534736
DESCRIPTION: Each package contains 2 "Flower bracelets" of black, red and yellow textile material in the shape of flowers threaded on a white elastic band
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
CHEMICAL
The black material of the product contains azodyes releasing the aromatic amine 4-aminoazobenzene in a concentration above the permitted limit of 30 mg/kg. This aromatic amine is known to be carcinogenic.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the REACH Regulation.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures: Other.
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/THE NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Jewellery
PRODUCT: Necklace
BRAND: Bazar Byoux
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8712715996388
DESCRIPTION: Necklace with black plastic label with brand name and EAN code.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The products can produce cadmium poisoning (measured value of cadmium in the metal parts of the imitation jewellery is 16% by weight)
The products do not comply with the requirements of the REACH Regulation.
Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA
Recalls and Product Safety News
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html (US Cosmetics recalls)
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www.epa.gov/pesticides/alerts.htm (US Pesticides recalls)
PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA
http://www.recalls.gov.au/
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