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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 1– 15 MAY 2013

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 10

HARDGOODS Pages 11 to 19

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 20 to 30

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 31 to 32

SOFTLINES Pages 33 to 39

Audio Video and Household Appliances (3)

IT & Telecommunication (2)

Luminaries (5)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (4)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (1)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (21)

Sport & Leisure Goods (5)

Stationery and Office Supplies (2)

Textile and Clothing (9)

Shoes (4)

Bags and Accessories (0)

Jewelleries (0)

Toys (18)

Juvenile Products (1)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (4)

Household Care (0)

http://globalrecalls.oecd.org/

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Portable Heaters

UNITS: About 19,640

DESCRIPTION

Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters are portable electric tower heaters that are about 10 inches wide, 25 inches tall and 9 inches deep. The heaters have a white metal casing with a white plastic top, a wire cage protecting the heating elements and vent slits at the bottom. The front section of the top has the brand name Optimus, a power light, a caution light and two dials. One dial turns the heater on or off and selects the power of either 750 watts or 1500 watts. The other control knob selects the heat range between high and low. The rear section of the top has fire, high temperature and shock warnings and diagrams of the heater being used in 750 watt mode and 1500 watt mode. Model number “H-5232” is on a silver sticker on the bottom of the heater below the words “Optimus” and “Quartz Heater.”

IMPORTER

Family Dollar Services Inc., of Matthews, N.C.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD:

The heaters can overheat posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Family Dollar Stores has received 10 reports of overheating, including some reports of temperature knobs melting. The firm has not received reports of injury, fire or property damage.

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the heaters and return the product to any Family Dollar Stores location for a full refund.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Touch Point Portable Baseboard Convection Heaters

UNITS: About 4,560

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611. “Touch Point” can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be found on a silver sticker on the back side of the product. The heaters were manufactured in June 2011. The heaters are black and measures approximately 30-inches long by 6-inches deep by 12-inches high.

IMPORTER

Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.


HAZARD:

The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Meijer has received two reports of overheating incidents, including one report of a fire that resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Portable Infrared Radiant Quartz Electric Space Heaters

UNITS: About 355,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves two models of Optimus Infrared Quartz Radiant heaters with model numbers H-5210, produced in 2011 and H-5211, produced in 2012. The model number and the year of production appear on a label on the back of the heater. The recalled heaters are white and are approximately 12-inches wide by 13-inches tall by 6-inches deep. “Optimus” is printed on the top left of the heater. The control knob is located on the top right side of the heater.

IMPORTER

Optimus Enterprise Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.


HAZARD:

The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available after August 2013.

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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Portable radio

BRAND: YIMA

NAME: FM/TV/AM/SW1-7 RADIO

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: YM-122

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Portable black and silver plastic radio with a plastic handle and a telescopic, 35 cm, metal antenna. The radio operates on the mains or with 2 batteries and is supplied with a mains connector. Packaging is a colourful cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The live contacts on the plug of the mains cable are accessible. The dimensions of the mains plug are too small and the user may touch the pins when inserting the plug into the mains socket.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60065.

Compulsory measures:

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/LUXEMBOURG CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Digital camera

BRAND: Kodak

NAME: ZX5

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZX5 (all colours)

BATCH NUMBER/BARCODE: Unknown

Description: Digital camera supplied with a plastic USB mains power supply with a 3-pin plug. Details of the power supply: model number A1299, "Power Adaptor", Emerson Network Power (MAY BE COUNTERFEIT). The power supply was not originally packaged by Kodak.


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

The top of the power supply is only clipped in place without any retaining screw. The user may thus access live parts. The power supply may also overheat during use.

One incident reported.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users and temporary ban on the supply, offer to supply and display of the product.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: 100 Christmas Light

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: CHM-240-100 LED

Batch number/Barcode: 6 908010 088077

DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 100 purple LED lamps. Packaging is a colourful cardboard box


FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because:

• The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is not sufficient and the wires could overheat.

• The wire ends soldered to terminals of flashing unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting.

• The accessible basic insulated wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit.

• The electrical insulation is not adequate.

• It is recommended for outdoor use but is not protected against moisture.



Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from end users.

EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Table lamp

BRAND: Avocado

NAME: Aeroplane Lamp

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref.: 2679200083

Barcode: 8435273158790

DESCRIPTION: Orange table lamp, with a shade. The base is in the form of an aeroplane. The packaging is a cylindrical plastic container.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The cable is not protected against abrasion where it is in contact with metal parts. If the cable becomes damaged the user might get an electric shock.



Recall of the product from end users.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Christmas Lights

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: YS-50L


DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 50 replaceable miniature lamps in plastic lamp-holders, attached to a colourful paper sheet in the form of a shooting star. Packaged in a transparent plastic bag sealed with colourful paper.


FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK


• The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is not sufficient and the wires could overheat.

• The wire ends soldered to terminals of the flashing unit and the lamps are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting.

• The accessible basic insulated wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit.

• The lampholder contacts are not protected against loosening and the live parts may become accessible.




EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Rope light

BRAND: MK

NAME: Mains connector set

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 244-001 (DLG-2W-E)

Batch number/Barcode: 9 120010 820663

DESCRIPTION: A "do-it-yourself" rope lighting chain, packed in a transparent plastic bag.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

BURNS AND ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of burns and electric shock because:

- live metal parts may become accessible when the user makes the lighting chain.

- The finished product is not protected properly against moisture.

- The rope light's pin contacts can overheat.

This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.


Recall of the product from end users and withdrawal of the product from the market

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Rechargeable torch

BRAND: D' an Dian

NAME: 2 in 1 Stamd-By Light

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Rechargeable torch with 19+28 LEDs. The housing of the rechargeable torch is made of white plastic, with a black operating button and a red charge indicator lamp. The battery can be charged with a built-in mains supply cord. Packaged in a colourful cardboard box.




• The cross-sectional area of the cores in the mains supply cord is not sufficient. In case of a short circuit the wires may overheat and could cause a fire.

• The dimensions of the plug are less than required therefore the user may touch the pin of the plug during connection.

• The wire ends of the mains supply cord are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting and they may therefore become free and accessible.

• The storage compartment of the mains has sharp edges. In case of damage to the cord, live parts could become accessible.

• The protective cover for the LED panel can be removed by hand during charging, resulting in live parts becoming accessible.




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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Catchoftheday.com.au & Scoopon—1m & 3m iPhone 5 Lightning Cable

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Product 1: White iPhone 5 Lightning Cable (3 metres) USB5-3 connection and Apple Lightning connection

Product 2: White iPhone 5 Lightning Cable (1 metre) USB5-3 connection and Apple Lightning connection (Part of 8 Piece iPhone 5 Accessory Pack)

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

N30506

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Catchoftheday (via Catchoftheday.com.au) and Scoopon (via Scoopon.com.au)

SUPPLIER

Catchoftheday.com.au Pty Ltd and Scoopon Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.catchoftheday.com.au

http://www.scoopon.com.au

DEFECTS

A manufacturing defect causes failure of the cable's USB connection.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, it causes overheating and melting of the USB connection's plastic housing and poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Immediately cease using the cable and dispose of the product (in bin or via e-waste recycling). Consumers will be contacted via email in order to organise for a refund or an alternative remedy.

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Travel charger

BRAND: RB Mobile

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TC98A


DESCRIPTION: 3-pin mobile phone travel charger for model BENQ-SIES68 (not original product). Packaging consists of a black and white cardboard box showing the brand and a picture of the charger.



The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:

-The adaptor does not have adequate insulation between the input and output circuits.

-The internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position. A loose wire could reduce creepage distances and clearances.

In addition, the product is inadequately marked and is not provided with instructions for use.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive, with the relevant European Standard EN 61558 and with the British Standard 1363.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users

http://www.catchoftheday.com.au

http://www.scoopon.com.au

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: Travel Charger

BRAND: Rb Mobile

NAME: Travel Charger for Z320i

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ST-099A10


DESCRIPTION: 3-pin mobile phone travel charger for model Z320i. (not original product).

Packaging consists of a black and white cardboard box showing the brand and a picture of the charger.




- The adaptor has not been designed and manufactured to ensure protection against foreseeable hazards. The internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position. A loose wire could reduce creepage distances and clearances.

- The adaptor has inadequately sized pins and excessive force is required to insert and remove the adaptor from a socket. As a result, this could cause mechanical damage to the adaptor and the user may have access to live parts.


The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive, with the relevant European Standard EN 61558 and with the British Standard 1363



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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: Travel Charger

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Mobile

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TC98A


DESCRIPTION: 3-pin mobile phone travel charger for model E530 (not original product). Packaging consists of a black and white cardboard box with the word 'Mobile' written on it.




- The adaptor does not have adequate insulation between the input and output circuits.

- The internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position. A loose wire could reduce creepage distances and clearances.

- The adaptor has inadequately sized pins and excessive force is required to insert and remove the adaptor from a socket. As a result, this could damage the socket causing overheating or mechanical damage to the adaptor, and resulting in live parts being exposed to the user.


The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive, with the relevant European Standard EN 61558 and with the British Standard 1363.

Voluntary measures:


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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Toro® Z Master® Riding Mowers

Units: About 3,700 in the U.S. and 60 in Canada (about 2,600 units were previously recalled in the U.S. and 30 in Canada in November 2012)

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves 2012 and 2013 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mowers. The mowers are red and black. “Toro” and “2000 Series” are printed on the side and “Z Master Commercial” on the front of the mowers. When viewed from the operator’s seat, the model and serial numbers are on a metal plate located at the front of the mower, below the seat, on the right-hand side. The following models and corresponding serial numbers are included in this recall: model number 74141 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312000784 and 313000101 to 313000364; model number 74143 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312000881 and 313000101 to 313000432; and model number 74145 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312001178 and 313000101 to 313000443.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD:

The idler pulley can rub against the mower’s fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Toro has received six reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact a Toro dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Toro has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.

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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/IRELAND

PRODUCT: pasta spoon


No picture available.

CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (0.1171; 0.1010; 0.0997 mg/kg - ppm) from pasta spoon.

Withdrawal from the market.

EU/IRELAND

PRODUCT: slotted turner



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (between 0.0327 and 0.0.1280 mg/kg - ppm) from slotted turner.


EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: stainless steel whip



CHEMICAL Chromium (0.1 mg/kg - ppm) in and migration of manganese (0.4 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel whip .

Re-dispatch.

EU/FINLAND

PRODUCT: grill skewer



CHEMICAL Migration of nickel (8.4 mg/dm²) from grill skewer.

Placed under customs seals.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: electric oven



CHEMICAL Migration of nickel (0.5 mg/kg - ppm) from electric oven.

Re-dispatch.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: kitchen sieve



CHEMICAL Migration of chromium (105.7 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (0.3 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (160.3 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen sieve.

Re-dispatch.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: sewing scissors



CHEMICAL Migration of chromium (18.6 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (0.3 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0.4 mg/kg - ppm)

from sewing scissors.

Re-dispatch.

EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: paper printed napkins



CHEMICAL Migration of primary aromatic amines (2-Methoxyanaline: 17.6 µg/l) from paper printed napkins.


EU/FINLAND PRODUCT: salad bowls



CHEMICAL Migration of cadmium (0.22 mg/dm²) and of lead (1.3 mg/dm²) from salad bowls.


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EU/ITALY PRODUCT: kitchen stainless steel forceps

MANUFACTURED IN: Pakistan


CHEMICAL Migration of chromium (0.2 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen stainless steel forceps.

Informing recipients.

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: hand mixer



CHEMICAL Migration of manganese (0.2 mg/kg - ppm) from hand mixer.


EU/ITALY PRODUCT: steel pots



CHEMICAL Migration of manganese (0.2 mg/kg - ppm) from steel pots.

Re-dispatch.

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: metal oil can

MANUFACTURED IN: India


CHEMICAL Migration of chromium (1.3 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0.9 mg/kg - ppm) from metal oil can.


EU/ITALY PRODUCT: iron/steel kitchen knives

MANUFACTURED IN: Japan


CHEMICAL Migration of manganese (0.61 mg/kg - ppm) from iron/steel kitchen knives.

Import not authorized.

EU/POLAND PRODUCT: nylon kitchen tools



CHEMICAL Migration of primary aromatic amines (3,3-dimethyl-benzidine 9: 0.015; 0.011; 0.015; 0.015; 0.016; 0.016; 0.022; 0.016; 0.023; 0.018; 0.002; 0.020 mg/kg - ppm) from nylon kitchen tools

Withdrawal from the market

EU/IRELAND PRODUCT: kitchen spoons

MANUFACTURED IN: unknown origin


CHEMICAL Migration of primary aromatic amines (8.5892; 7.1997; 6.4378 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen spoons

Withdrawal from the market

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: barbeque grids



CHEMICAL Migration of chromium (169.4 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (4.2 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (862.0 mg/kg - ppm) from barbeque grids

NA

EU/ITALY PRODUCT: scissors



CHEMICAL Migration of chromium (6.2 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0.2 mg/kg - ppm) from scissors

Placed under customs seals

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Incy Interiors—Reese, Clancy, Romy, Declan & Sophia Cots

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The cots feature stationery side rails and two mattress heights.

The cots are crafted of iron and have the following dimensions:

• dimensions: 76cmw x 140cml x 112cmh

• fixed side rails: 99cmh

The cots fit a mattress 70cm(W) x 132cm(L) x 15cm(H)


Sold between October 2012 and May 2013


Incy Interiors, Metro Mum, Charlie's Bucket, My First Room, Mr Wolf, Naughts & Crosses, Nutmeg Home, Curious Grace, Cockajo Hunter, Kid Zone, Belly 2 Baby, Marian Winter Designs, Babyography, Little Darcy, Jumbled, Baby Closet

SUPPLIER

Incy Interiors

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.incyinteriors.com.au

No picture available

DEFECTS

The product does not comply with the mandatory Australian Standard AS/NZS 2172:2003 Cots for household use—safety requirements.

There are two defects identified with the product:

1. Space between the vertical bars is between 40.8mm and 49.9mm, which is less than the 50mm requirement.

2. Space between the horizontal bars is greater than the 95mm requirement.

HAZARDS

The defects may lead to a limb and/or head entrapment hazard.

Cease using the cot immediately. Contact Incy Interiors for a replacement cot or full refund. For further information, please call Incy Interiors on 1300 94 20 50 or visit www.incyinteriors.com.au.

EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Reflective stickers

BRAND: Safety

NAME: Reflective High Visibility Stickers

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Type: 8 PK, 101663 (on sticker)

Batch number/Barcode: 8580091016637

DESCRIPTION: Four yellow reflective stickers in the shape of a "smiley", packed in a blister.


INJURIES

The stickers are not sufficiently retro-reflective. As a result they do not contribute as expected to the higher visibility of the user.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the relevant European standard EN 13356.


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

http://www.incyinteriors.com.au./

http://www.incyinteriors.com.au.




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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Le Cornu Furniture Centre—Nexus.20 Triple Sleeper Bunk Bed

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Nexus triple sleeper bunk bed in silver


None


Le Cornu

SUPPLIER

Le Cornu Furniture Centre

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.lecornu.com.au

DEFECTS

The product does not comply with mandatory safety standard for bunk beds, AS/NZS 4220:1994. The standard requires that:

• protrusions do not not exceed 8mm;

• the vertical distance between the guard rail and label indicating the maximum height of the mattress must be at least 160mm; and

• the country of origin and the Australian distributor’s name and address be permanently and indelibly marked.

HAZARDS

There is a potential strangulation hazard if the child's clothes get caught on the upright corner post protrusions. The inaccurate label positioning may lead to an incorrect size mattress being used on the top bunk. As a result, a child can roll over the guard rail and suffer fall-related injuries.

Contact Le Cornu customer service on 08 292 3300 or e-mail customer service [email protected] to be sent replacement caps, a replacement maximum height label and a replacement country of origin and Australian distributor's name and address label, together with instructions.

The top bunk should not be used without adult supervision until the replacement caps and maximum height label is affixed.

http://www.lecornu.com.au

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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Electric folding bicycle

BRAND: e-4motion

NAME: Pedelec25

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Folding bicycle Pedelec25 e-4motion


DESCRIPTION: frame height 42 cm, wheelbase 91 cm, weight 16 kg, maximum total weight 105 kg. Drive: frontal motor, 24 V; 3-speed hub gear, brakes: front – V Brake Promax, rear – Rollerbrake.


INJURIES

The product poses the risk of injury because the front wheel may break during use posing a falling hazard. The braking performance is inadequate for the total weight of the product.

The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and the European standard EN 15194.

Voluntary measures:


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Louisville Slugger® OneX Fastpitch softball bat

UNITS: About 13,000

DESCRIPTION

The recalled bats include all OneX style bats. The composite bat has a white and grey shell with blue and yellow lettering. “Louisville Slugger oneX” appears twice on the barrel, in yellow in one place and in blue lettering on the other side. The “X” is yellow in both places.

IMPORTER

Hillerich & Bradsby Co. of Louisville, Ky.


HAZARD:

The bat’s barrel can separate from the handle during use and strike people nearby.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Approximately170 bat handle separations have been reported to the company. The company is aware of one report of a barrel from a broken bat hitting a player in the shin.

Consumers should immediately stop using the bat and contact Hillerich & Bradsby for a free replacement bat and the choice of an additional free item.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Surly Pugsley Bicycle Forks

UNITS: About 975

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Surly Pugsley 100mm and 135mm bicycle forks made of tubular chromoly steel. “Surly” is printed on both legs of the fork. “Pugsley” is printed on the fork’s packaging and on the frame of bikes with the recalled forks. Surly Pugsley 100mm bicycle forks were sold individually only. They are black, have triple water bottle mounts on each side, rack/fender mounts on the top and bottom and have date code 2012 03 20 stamped on the steerer tube. Surly Pugsley 135mm bicycle forks were sold individually and as part of 2013 model year complete bicycles. The 135mm forks are black, yellow or red and are stamped with date code 2012 06 19 on the steerer tube. Model number FK3175, FK3181 or FK0706 is printed on the packaging for forks sold individually. Surly Pugsley bicycle models FM3110-3114, FM3175-79, BK3110-14 and BK3175-79 were sold with the recalled forks as original equipment. The bicycle’s model number is printed on the bicycle’s packaging.

IMPORTER

Surly Bikes, of Bloomington, Minn., a wholly-owned brand of Quality Bicycle Products, Inc.

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan

HAZARD:

The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Surly Bikes has received one report of a fork bending above the disc brake mount. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled Surly bicycle fork and contact a Surly dealer for a free inspection and replacement or a full refund.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Dirt Works Australia Pty Ltd—Surly Pugsley Bicycle Forks (Offset 135mm Spacing)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Surly Pugsley bicucle fork with offset for 135mm spacing (yellow)

The forks affected were supplied by Dirt Works Australia Pty Ltd to bicycle retail stores as part of a complete bicycle - Surly Pugsley in YELLOW.


Date Code "2012 / 06 / 19"

The date code is stamped onto the steerer tube of the fork. The fork must be removed from the bicycle in order to see the date code. If the date code is not readily visible, it can be seen by rubbing the area with steel wool or a dish scourer to make the engraving easier to see.


Revolutions Geraldton & The Bike Shop Moonah

SUPPLIER

Dirt Works Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.dirtworks.com.au


DEFECTS

The fork may bend above the disc tab (disc caliper mounting) during normal use.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, this may cause the bicycle to behave in an unpredictable way and could pose a fall hazard to the cyclist.

Consumers should stop using the forks immediately. Consumers should contact the place of purchase to have the fork replaced free of charge.

EU/SWEDEN CATEGORY: Recreational crafts

PRODUCT: Inboard Marine Engine

BRAND: Volvo Penta

NAME: D13 marine engine

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: All specifications of D13 MP including IPS 1050 and IPS 1200 for recreational crafts


DESCRIPTION: Diesel propulsion engines for recreational crafts.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Sweden


FIRE

Under special circumstances a fuel pipe on the engine might break due to fatigue caused by engine vibrations and cause fuel leakage, leading to a fire and explosion hazard.

One incident reported.

The product does not comply with the Recreational Craft Directive.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the products from end users.

http://www.dirtworks.com.au

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HARDGOODS: STATIONERY AND OFFICE SUPPLIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GREECE

CATEGORY: Stationery

PRODUCT: Notebook

BRAND: Best

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: S.N.: 04011005

Barcode: 5204159110053

DESCRIPTION: A notebook containing 100 sheets of paper, with a yellow plastic cover. The notebook bears a white label with the brand name, the barcode and space for the personal data of the user.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic cover contains 0.01369 % by mass of cadmium, exceeding the permitted level of 0.01 %.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.


Withdrawal of the product from the market

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

5-Tray Dehydrator with Digital Timer

UNITS: About 14,600 in the U.S, and 100 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in February 2011.

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves 5-tray food dehydrators. The dehydrators are gray and are made of plastic and metal. The model number 1009 is on a label located on the back panel with the company’s contact details. The “LEM” logo is embossed on the top of the unit, which has a panel with the digital timer, the on/off switch and a temperature control knob. The UPC code is printed on the bottom of the packaging and reads 734494010091.

IMPORTER

LEM Products Distribution, LLC of West Chester, Ohio


HAZARD:

The fan can fail causing the unit to overheat and pose a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

LEM Products Distribution has received two reports of fan failure both resulting in fire in the units. In one incident the consumer was close by and prevented a fire by carrying the unit outside. There were no injuries reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the dehydrator and contact LEM Products Distribution for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. LEM is offering a one year warranty extension and a $10 discount coupon, which can be used towards a LEM catalog or online purchase, to all consumers who return their recalled units for repair.

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EU/SWEDEN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Set of two plastic figures

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Childrens

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 92868


DESCRIPTION: Two soft plastic bears, one yellow with a red shirt and one pink, packed in a plastic, transparent bag.


CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the yellow bear contains up to 5.1 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).The bear also contains 29 % by weight of di-"isobutyl" phthalate (DIBP) .

The product poses environmental risk (chemical pollution) due to the presence of 8.3 % short chain chlorinated paraffin (SCCP).

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.

The product does not comply with the Commission Regulation 519/2012 on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).

Voluntary measures:


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rattle maracas

BRAND: Aguila de Oro Toys

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model HXB101B / 0


DESCRIPTION: Multi-coloured rattle maracas with wooden handle and bells. The product is packed in a plastic bag with an adhesive label bearing information about the model number and barcode.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking due to the presence of small parts (bells) that can be easily detached and swallowed or inhaled by small children.

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


Import rejected at border.

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EU/SWEDEN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Fancy dress set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Pirate set

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 18020

Batch number/Barcode: Unknow

DESCRIPTION: Pirate fancy dress set comprising a plastic toy knife, an eye pad, a red scarf, a vest and a belt in black imitation leather.


CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the vest contains up to 20 % by weight of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP), up to 0.17 % by weight of diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP), up to 0.85 % by weight of diisononyl phthalate (DINP). In addition, the belt contains up to 17 % by weight of DEHP. The product poses environmental risk (chemical pollution) due to the presence of up to 0.28 % by weight of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) in the belt and up to 0.19 % by weight of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) in the vest.

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.

The product does not comply with the Commission Regulation 519/2012 on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).

Voluntary measures:


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EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic animals

BRAND: Alex Bog

NAME: Funny Rabbit, Critter puffs, Fluffy Balls

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref.: EJT-318, 110, 518, 617, 512 y 118.

Batch number/Barcode: 8431234128970, 8431234128932, 8431234128901

DESCRIPTION: Plastic toys which emit light when squeezed, in various shapes: monsters, chicks, crocodiles, jellyfish, rabbits and ladybirds. Packaged in cardboard display boxes containing 12 or 24 units. The boxes are marked, "Hit it, Squeeze it, Throw it". A label indicates the importer and barcode.


CHEMICAL AND CHOKING

The product poses a choking and chemical risk because the button batteries may become accessible. As a result, children may put them in the mouth and swallow them.

The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1 and UNE 62115.



EU/POLAND

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plush dice

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DFP4739


DESCRIPTION: Green plush dice with red spots. On one side there is a small green cord loop.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the foam stuffing material can be made easily accessible, detached and swallowed by small children.

Voluntary measures:


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EU/ITALY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: Hong Feng Toy

NAME: Toy series of happy garden



DESCRIPTION: Battery-operated soft toy in the shape of a cockerel. The packaging consists of transparent plastic wrapping and a label with various details.


CHOKING, BURNS AND CHEMICAL

The product poses:

- A risk of choking because it contains small parts that can be swallowed or inhaled by children.

- A risk of burns because the short-circuit of the C2 electrolytic capacitor (100 μF) on the printed circuit board causes the batteries to overheat above the permitted limit.

- A chemical risk because the PVC electrical cables contain 10.9 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1 and EN 62115.




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EU/POLAND

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy - Mobile Telephone

BRAND: Peng Sheng

NAME: Hannah Montana (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT)

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8538-18A2


DESCRIPTION: Toy mobile phone. The clamshell is made of hard plastic and has buttons inside which, when pressed, emit a beeping sound. In place of a screen there are coloured stickers. On the back of the phone there is a speaker and a lid which covers the battery compartment. The toy is provided with two batteries AG 13 of a button type.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the battery compartment is accessible and can be easily opened. As a result, children have access to the batteries and may put them in the mouth and swallow them.

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



EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic Doll

BRAND: Princess

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 6688


DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll dressed in a flowery dress. The packaging is a pink cardboard box with a transparent front revealing the doll. On the back it has an adhesive label with information concerning the importer's details, reference, barcode and country of origin.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 11.5 % by weight of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP).




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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Pull-along toy

BRAND: Aguila de Oro Toys

NAME: Juguete de madera

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HXA103 / 0


DESCRIPTION: A toy in the form of a little bear on a stick which can be pushed or pulled along. The toy is packed in a transparent bag with a label bearing the importer's data, the CE marking, the barcode and the country of origin.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking as small parts can easily become detached and children may place them in the mouth.

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



EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Dinosaur egg - Growing pet

BRAND: Hatch'em

NAME: Growing pet "Hatch'em"

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 62.0370


DESCRIPTION: White plastic egg, approximately 6 cm high, painted with traces of cracking. The product is in blister packaging. The egg should be soaked in water for 12-24 hours in order to hatch and grow bigger.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily torn from the dinosaur and may be put into the mouth and swallowed by children. As it expands, it can also cause fatal occlusion of the respiratory track of small children.

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



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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: V&F

NAME: Happy Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Meigui Meiren, ref. 3589


DESCRIPTION: Plastic dolls with hair and shiny dresses in various colours. Packaged in a transparent plastic cylinder printed with the text "Meigui Meiren". A string handle is attached to the top of the cylinder and the lower part has a pink strip indicating the CE marking, age warning and other pictograms.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 15.6 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).




EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic ducks

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 9029


DESCRIPTION: Yellow plastic, squeaky duck with three smaller ducks, packed in a plastic net bag.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 33.6 % by weight of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP).

According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.



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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy gun set

BRAND: Dimasa

NAME: The smurfs dance party

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 194-1321m and 194-8889

Batch number/Barcode: 84350941326 and 843501098895

DESCRIPTION:

1. Police set, blister pack of 2 guns with accessories, in retractable plastic. A set of guns with suction pad projectiles.

2. Blister pack of rifle with accessories: handcuffs, police badge and suction pad projectiles.


CHOKING

The suction cups can be easily removed from the projectiles and could be put in the mouth and block the airways.

In addition, warnings and marking required by the standard are missing.

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



EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Magnetic Toy

BRAND: neoClicks - Magnetic Brainpuzzle

NAME: How to…?

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Magnetic brain puzzle book with magnetic spheres;

Batch number/Barcode: 9789081897105, ISBN 978-90-818971-0-5

DESCRIPTION: Black book with 216 magnetic, metal spheres on the front and a split card. The black package contains the name in red: “How to...?” and bears the age warning for children under 3 years.


CHOKING AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can easily be swallowed by children. In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because the magnets have a high magnetic flux value and if more than one small magnet is swallowed they can be attracted to one another through the gut wall, causing perforation or blockage.

The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN71-1.

Voluntary measures:


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EU/ESTONIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Modern Girl, Pretty Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO.TB203


DESCRIPTION: The set of toys consists of one doll and two dolls’ dresses on the hangers. The head of the doll is made from flexible plastic. It is wearing a pink dress and shoes. The toy is packed in a box with a window and is marked “Modern Girl”, “Pretty Girl”. Approximate size of box is 18 x14 x 4 cm and the doll is 11 cm long.


CHEMICAL

The toy poses a chemical risk because it contains 38.5% by weight of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.

Voluntary measures:


EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic toy

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Soft Racer

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 218/4


DESCRIPTION: Set of 4 toy train engines for young children, made from soft plastic material; two big engines (one with blue body and orange wheels and one with green body and blue wheels) and two smaller ones (one with red body and green wheels and one with yellow body and mauve wheels). The toy is packed in a blue cardboard box with a window, decorated with yellow, dark blue and red stars. The packaging is marked: “4 pack Soft Racer. Touch me! Squeeze me!”; it has an age restriction “12M+” .

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong

CHEMICAL

The toy poses a chemical risk because it contains 12.3 % by weight of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

In addition, it contains 0.7% by weight of di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP).




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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rattle set

BRAND: Beile

NAME: Baby Sway Bell


Batch number/Barcode: 4004-3

DESCRIPTION: The package contains four baby rattles in the shape of a foot, a hand, a round rattle and a face with wings. They are made of brittle plastic with spinning balls containing small beads. Colours: purple, blue, green and pink. Packed in a transparent plastic bag closed with a colour printed card marked "Baby Sway Bell" and "Baby Shakes Bell".


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it can easily break releasing small parts which can be swallowed by small children.

In addition, the product contains contradictory age warnings on the package.

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

Voluntary measures:


EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toys xylophone

BRAND: Ioen

NAME: 1. Automobile knocks xylophone

2. 12 tone strawberry qin

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HXD001, HXD002, HXD003


DESCRIPTION: 5, 8 and 12-note xylophones. One is mounted on a truck. Packaging: a cardboard box marked 'Wooden Toys'.


CHOKING AND STRANGULATION

The products pose the risk of choking because they generate small parts which may easily be swallowed by a child.

The cord on the toy xylophone-truck is too long and may therefore pose a risk of strangulation.

The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.



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AUSTRALIA

Toys R Us (Australia) Pty Ltd—Babies R Us ‘2 Pack Pacifiers’

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Babies R Us ‘2 Pack Pacifiers’


395854 BR DECO PACIFIERS 0-6M 2PK

396133 BR AIRFLOW PACIFIERS 0-6M 2PK

396087 BR DECO PACIFIERS 6M+ 2PK

396249 BR AIRFLOW PACIFIERS 6M+ 2PK


Toys R Us (Australia) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER

Toys R Us (Australia) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

No

DEFECTS

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Consumer Protection Notice No.4 2006. In particular, the packaging is not marked with the following statement:

WARNING

DO NOT TIE SOOTHER AROUND BABY'S NECK AS IT PRESENTS A STRANGULATION DANGER.

HAZARDS

A parent may not realise the danger posed by attaching a soother to the baby's neck.

For further information, contact Toys R Us on 1300 8697 787. Alternatively, return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair dye

BRAND: Sante

NAME: 100 % Pflanzen Haarfarbe

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: maroon

Batch number/Barcode: 12030537/ 4 025089 041887

DESCRIPTION: Powder hair dye (100g) – maroon colour, packed in a brown and white cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk due to the presence of mesophilic aerobic microorganisms to the amount of 9.0 x 104 cfu/g.

The product poses a serious microbiological risk for consumers.



EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Natural Hair dye

BRAND: Henna

NAME: Henna black, Henna gold blond, Henna coppery red

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1) Henna black 2) Henna gold blond 3) Henna coppery red

Batch number/Barcode: 1) 8 594008 780023 /date of production 14/02/2012 /expiration date: 14/02/2014

2) 8 594008 780047 /date of production 03/10/2012 /expiration date: 03/10/2014

3) 8 594008 780115 /date of production 10/08/2012 /expiration date: 10/08/2014

DESCRIPTION: Natural powder hair dyes (33g) – black, gold blond, coppery red, packed in cardboard boxes. The packs contain plastic gloves and caps

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic

MICROBIOLOGICAL

The products pose a microbiological risk due to the presence of mesophilic aerobic microorganisms in amount as follows:

1)1.4 x 105 cfu/g

2) 1.9 x 104 cfu/g

3) 2.6 x 104 cfu/g



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EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: False nails

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Nail Art Beds Set

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.CH-1103-01 1000 A


DESCRIPTION: Set of 10 yellow plastic nails with decorations. The product is packed in a decorated cardboard box with a transparent window and contains a tube of glue with a white cap, a small tube containing orange liquid, a brush and a box with multi-coloured glitter beads and sticks.


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because the glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP).


Withdrawal of the product from the market and warning consumers of the risk.

EU/CZECH REPUBLIC


PRODUCT: False nails

BRAND: Meilu Series

NAME: Design Nails Nail Art. Beautiful Nails of Charming Ladies.

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Series #A-01


DESCRIPTION: Set of 10 white plastic nails with an orange tube of glue. Packed in a plastic bag inside a purple carton with a transparent window.


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because the glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP).


Withdrawal of the product from the market and warning consumers of the risk.

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EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Children’s tracksuit

BRAND: Brum Beby

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BO-3001


DESCRIPTION: Tracksuit in orange and blue intended for children under 7 years of age. The trousers have a printed inscription on the left trouser-leg, and blue functional cords (approx. 13 cm long) with free ends in the waist area. They are fixed in one point equidistant from the exit points and secured against unravelling.

The sweatshirt has the printed inscription "Best Athletic" on the front, and a hood with blue functional cords (approx. 17 cm long) whose free ends are secured against unravelling. Sizes: 12m, 24m, 18 m, 30 m and 36 m.


CHOKING

The product poses a serious risk of choking because the decorative elements of the boots can be easily detached. If the child places them in the mouth, they may be swallowed or inhaled.



EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Children’s dress

BRAND: Etemoglu

NAME: Baby Collection



DESCRIPTION: Dress intended for children up to 7 years of age. It is made of fabric in pink, black and peach colours, and has three embroidered flowers on the front and the inscription "flowers girls”. There are two decorative flowers attached in the neck area. The dress has shoulder straps attached at the front and back of the garment.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the shoulder area with free ends that are intended to be tied.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.



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PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set

BRAND: Last Star

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BO-5007


DESCRIPTION: A children’s clothing set consisting of three parts: a sweatshirt, a T-shirt and a pair of trousers. Sizes: 3, 4, 5 and 6.

The colour is a combination of blue and yellow.

The trousers are blue with a printed inscription on the left trouser-leg „ USA 63". They have been supplied with blue functional cords with free ends in the waist area (less than 14 cm in length). They have been fixed in one point equidistant from the exit points and secured against unravelling;

2.The T-shirt is white with a printed inscription on the front „Campus Skateboarding Team”;

3. The sweatshirt is yellow and blue. On the front it has a printed skateboard and the inscription „Los City Campus Angeles USA”. It has a hood supplied with functional cords (approx. 17 cm long) with free ends secured against unravelling.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy

STRANGULATION AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the hood, and a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords with free ends in the waist area.




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PRODUCT: Girls’ clothing set

BRAND: Yesmina

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Girls' clothing set consisting of two parts: a long sleeved, T-shirt and a bolero. The outfit is intended for children above 7 years (sizes: 9-10/140, 11-12/152 and 13-14/164).

The T-shirt is pink with black stripes and has a printed pattern of a flower and the inscription 'As Sweet as Me”.

The bolero is short-sleeved, black and has functional cords with free ends (approx. 28 cm long) in the neck area.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the neck area, which exceed the permitted length.




EU/SPAIN


PRODUCT: Baby garments

BRAND: Zara

NAME: Zara baby

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8574/508 / 61907


DESCRIPTION: Checked baby garments. The label indicates "Zara baby", the model, barcode and size.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bangladesh

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the button on the cuff may came off and could be put into the mouth and swallowed by children.



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PRODUCT: Children’s tracksuit trousers

BRAND: Bibita

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Tracksuit trousers intended for children over the age of 7 years (sizes: 11, 12 and 13).The trousers are dark blue with orange and white stripes on the sides. On the left trouser-leg there is a printed inscription in orange "Athletic wear, Win the game" and the letter "W". There is a functional cord in the waist area attached to the garment in one point that is not equidistant from the exit points of the tunnel. It has free ends with plastic toggles. The length of the cord is more than 140 mm at the widest section, and more than 280 mm when the garment has been closed to the intended size.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area, which exceed the permitted length.




EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Bikini

BRAND: Novum

NAME: Leder Mini Bikini Extreme Passions

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Black

Batch number/Barcode: M336351

DESCRIPTION: Bikini made of black synthetic leather and black textile straps.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the shoulder area with free ends that are intended to be tied.




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PRODUCT: Children’s coat

BRAND: Jump & Fish

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 1: JF-H373 Model 2: JF-H389


DESCRIPTION: Black, hooded artificial leather jacket for children with zip and four pockets. The hood includes an unfixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends. The product is also available in pink. Model 1 sizes: 8, 10, 14; Model 2 sizes: 12, 14.


STRANGULATION

The products pose a risk of strangulation due to the drawstring placed in the hood.

The products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.


Withdrawal of the products from the market and recall of the products from end users.

AUSTRALIA

The Purely Group—Britt Long & Short Sleeve Romper

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Britt long & short sleeve romper sold in Purely Australian and Australian Made stores.


Unknown


Purely Australian and Australian Made stores

SUPPLIER

Lagardère Services Asia Pacific

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

No

DEFECTS

The garments do not have the Low Fire Danger warning label. The garments do not comply with the mandatory standard for children's sleepwear and limited daywear, AS/NZS 1249:2003, as amended by regulation.

HAZARDS

Absence of the label could result in consumers being unaware of the fire danger rating for these garments.

Cease using the garments and contact either a Purely Australian or Australian Made store to arrange for a refund. For further information and enquiries, customers can contact their nearest Purely Australian or Australian Made store by phoning 02 8218 1100 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) or at www.purelyaustralian.com.

http://www.purelyaustralian.com.




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PRODUCT: Girls' boots

BRAND: Mountain

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 7040


DESCRIPTION: Gold-coloured synthetic boots with zipper for young girls. The boots are decorated with pearls, sequins and a decoration made of the same material as the boots. Size: 22 Packaging: coloured paper box.


CHOKING

The product poses a serious risk of choking because the decorative elements of the boots can be easily detached. If the child places them in the mouth, they may be swallowed or inhaled.



EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Children's sandals

BRAND: Haroma

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: MLB06K502


DESCRIPTION: White lacquer, synthetic sandals for young girls. The sandals are decorated with rhinestones and a white lacquer flower with a button in the middle. Size: 22.


CHOKING

The product poses a serious risk of choking because the decorative elements of the sandals are small parts that can be easily detached. The detached parts could be placed in the mouth and swallowed by small children.



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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children's footwear

BRAND: Pepperts!

NAME: Kinder Leder Boots

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model Fuchsia

Batch number/Barcode: IAN 69621; 4048887036503

DESCRIPTION: Children’s pink leather boots with pink textile laces and beige synthetic soles. The boots are tied together with a plastic string, and there is a paper label attached to the right boot.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 20.7 mg/kg of Chromium (VI).

Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

Voluntary measures:




EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s shoes

BRAND: Jummy Kids

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item 629


DESCRIPTION: Textile pink shoes for small children up to 3 years of age, with a self-adhesive strap. On the upper part and on the strap there is an attached textile ribbon with a plastic flower. Each pair is sold in an individual transparent plastic case with an attached sticker label with information about the item, producer and composition.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it can easily generate small parts, which can be put in the mouth by small children, get stuck and block the airway.


Withdrawal of the product from the market and warning consumers of the risks.

SOFTLINES SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES

FOR ENQUIRIES

[email protected] http://www.sgs.com/en/Consumer-Goods-Retail/Product-Recalls.aspx

GCSC has compiled the below sources:

PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE

The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications.

http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm

The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex II.10 to the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.

The Rapid Alert System for food and feed (RASFF)-Weekly overview reports of RASFF notifications.

http://ec.europa.eu/food/food/rapidalert/index_en.htm

Disclaimer: The Commission cannot and does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information in these weekly overviews. The information is published as it has been received from the official contact points in the Member States/EEA-EFTA countries. In the event that further information received from a contact point regarding an already published notification leads to modification or withdrawal of the information, the Commission shall respectively include a corrigendum or a notice of withdrawal in the next weekly overview to be published.

PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

Recalls and Product Safety News

www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerel.html

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html (US Cosmetics recalls) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

www.epa.gov/pesticides/alerts.htm (US Pesticides recalls)

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

http://www.recalls.gov.au/

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http://www.sgs.com/en/Consumer-Goods-Retail/Product-Recalls.aspx

http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm

http://ec.europa.eu/food/food/rapidalert/index_en.htm

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerel.html

http://www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html

http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/alerts.htm

http://www.recalls.gov.au/

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