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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 01– 15 JULY 2012

PRODUCT RECALLS

CONTENTS

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 6

HARDLINES Pages 7 to 35

SOFTLINES Pages 36 to 63

Electrical appliances (4)

Lighting Equipments (4)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)

Toys (15)

Juvenile Items (0)

Premiums (0)

Children articles (53) - See ‘SOFTLINES’

Home Furnishing & Houseware (29)

Home Improvement & DIY (5)

Personal & Home Care Items (10)

Sport & Leisure Goods (3)

PPE (2)

Miscellaneous (1)

Wearing Apparels (51)

Home Textiles (0)

Footwear, Bags and Accessories (3)

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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Nikon digital SLR camera battery packs

UNITS: About 5,100 in the United States, 1,100 in Canada and an additional 195,000 worldwide

DISTRIBUTOR: Nikon Inc., of Melville, N.Y.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Nikon EN-EL 15 rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs with lot numbers E and F. The battery pack was sold with the Nikon digital SLR D800 and D7000 model cameras. The battery pack's model number "EN-EL15" and "7.0V 1900mAh 14Wh" are printed on the back of the battery pack. Only battery packs with an "E" or "F" in ninth character of the 14-digit lot number located on the back of the battery pack are included in this recall.

MANUFACTURED IN: Japan and China

HAZARD: The battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Nikon has received seven reports of incidents outside of the U.S. and Canada of the recalled battery packs overheating. No incidents have been reported in the U.S. or Canada. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Inverter "Convertisseur"

BRAND: Altium

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 850102

DESCRIPTION: Inverter.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because of: incorrect marking; insufficient creepage distances; defective earthing.

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

Recall of the product from end users and destruction of a product.

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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Cable

BRAND: VOLTRIM

NAME: Voltrim Kable

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YDYp z/o 4x1,5 mm2

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Electric cable.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

The electric resistance of the wires is too high and the thickness of the insulation is not sufficient.


Compulsory measures:

Ban on the marketing of the product.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Miter Saw

UNITS: Approximately 22,149

IMPORTER: Robert Bosch Tool Corporation of Mount Prospect, Ill.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled product is the SkilSaw® 10-inch compound miter saw, with model number 3316 and date codes 111, 112, 201, 202, 203 or 204. The model number and date code are on the lower right side of the name plate located on the motor housing. The SkilSaw logo appears at the top of the upper blade guard and on the dust collection bag.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD: The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received no reports of incidents or injuries.

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Discovery Kids™ Animated Marine and Safari Lamps

UNITS: About 300,000

IMPORTER: Innovage LLC, of Foothill Ranch, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps that feature rotating films with marine or safari scenes. The words "Discovery Kids" are printed on the front top-left corner of the product. The recalled products have both an 11-digit batch number that begins with either 584894 or 10128 and a model number of 1628626, 1642433, 1641522, 1641523, 1645729, or 1645853. Batch numbers can be found imprinted in the plastic underneath the lamps and on the bottom of the packaging. Model numbers can be found on stickers placed underneath the lamps and on the bottom of the packaging near the barcode.


HAZARD: The placement of internal wires near the circuit board can cause electrical short-circuiting and sparking, posing a fire and a burn hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Innovage has received 11 reports of short circuiting. This includes three reports of lamps catching fire, which led to property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Rope light

BRAND: Dometic

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Halogen rope light for use in caravans.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

FIRE

Inadequate electrical connections may lead to a risk of fire in caravans.

Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.

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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS

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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Somogyi Elektronic

NAME: Christmas Lighting by Somogyi

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: G 4150

Batch number/Barcode: 5 998312 766842

DESCRIPTION: The lighting chain includes serial connected, non-replaceable 50 LED lamps and a rectifier unit. The lights are attached to plastic icicle forms. Packaging: cardboard box.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:

· The wire ends soldered to the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting.

· The accessible wires have only basic insulation. If the insulation is damaged, live metal parts become accessible.

· The cover fixing screw joints of the rectifier unit do not have sufficient strength. During normal use the covering of the rectifier unit can open and live parts become accessible.

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



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

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: 200 Mini Lights


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

DESCRIPTION: The recalled decorative light sets have "200 Mini Lights" and "Multi Lights, Green Wire" printed on the red box. The product is identified by SKU # 2211428 and UPC # 049696720465 found on the back of the package. The product contains labels attached to a tag on the power cord with UL Listing # E346525 and Model # F0L200A4S.


HAZARD: The light sets do not meet the UL standard for this product and pose a fire and shock risk.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: There were three reports of overheating. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Extension lead

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: European Electrico Soquete com Interruptor

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: N 4410421 Batch number/Barcode: 4770590104216

DESCRIPTION: Cord extension set with 3 sockets and 1.5m cable, packed in a transparent plastic bag.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the cable: • has no earth lead, • is not properly anchored and live parts can thus become accessible.


Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product.

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA Mont Marte International Pty Ltd—Creative Kids Fridge Magnet Sets

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Craft sets for making and painting various designs of plaster fridge magnets

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

MMKC0053, MMKC0054, MMKC0055, MMKC0056, MMKC0075, MMKC0076, MMKC0077, MMKC0078

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Newsagencies, bookstores, discount variety stores, art stores

SUPPLIER

Mont Marte International Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://montmarte.net

HAZARDS

If two or more magnets are swallowed, they can stick together across intestines causing serious infections or death. Consumers may not be alerted to this risk due to the lack of mandatory warning labels on some of the products.

DEFECTS

These products contain hazardous small magnets, which can be cause serious injury or death if swallowed. Some sets do not carry the mandatory warning on their packaging in contravention of the regulation for children's toys containing magnets.

Customers should familiarise themselves with the hazards of these magnets and ensure there is adequate supervision of children using the sets. Alternatively, customers concerned about the safety of the sets that don't have the required warning label may return them to the place of purchase and request a refund by contacting Mont Marte International directly on (07) 3255 4406 or at [email protected]

EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic strings "Interwoven Toys"

BRAND: Interwoven Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. V3001

Barcode: Item No: 202754

DESCRIPTION: Varicoloured plastic strings with pendants packed in a transparent plastic bag.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic material of the thin strings contains 2.17 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), 11.8. % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP). The Plastic material of the thick strings contains 22.5 % by weight bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate ( DEHP) and 1.73. % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).

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.

Sales ban and warning consumers of the risks.

http://montmarte.net

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/ROMANIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy plastic duck

BRAND: Safety Toys


DESCRIPTION: Soft plastic duck, yellow colour, packaged in a transparent plastic bag.


CHEMICAL AND CHOKING

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.85% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and the approved limit is 0.1%.

The product also presents a risk of choking; the toy could break in small parts which could be placed in the mouth and swallowed by children.


The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1:2011.

Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.

EU/ROMANIA CATEGORY: Toys PRODUCT: Baby Doll "Yong"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Number of model: 1667

DESCRIPTION: Doll measuring approx 30 cm long, made of plastic and dressed in a Father Christmas suit, packaged in a transparent plastic bag.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 13.7 % by weight of bis(2-etylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP); The limit is 0.1% 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.


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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/ROMANIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Baby Doll "Beautiful Girl"

BRAND: Elaine


DESCRIPTION: Doll, 25 cm long, made of plastic and textile material dressed with pink trousers and pale purple blouse, packaged in transparent plastic bag.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.25 % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and 15.90% by weight of bis(2-etylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).



EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Key-ring plastic toy

BRAND: Item

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LL-76249

DESCRIPTION: Soft plastic key-ring in the shape of a pig with eyes which inflate.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the white plastic of the underside contains 3% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).


Recall of the product from end users.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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PRODUCT: Toy shooting set

BRAND: Gun Force

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 3344

DESCRIPTION: The package contains two black plastic pistols and six projectiles with suction cups. The toy is packed in a transparent blister with a red base marked "Streamlined, 3 + Years, Military Equipment" , etc.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups can easily be detached and put in the mouth of a child and swallowed.

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



PRODUCT: Rattling ball

BRAND: Nowa

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NGZ 6870186

Barcode: 5900232888431

DESCRIPTION: Four, two-coloured perforated plastic balls with a small rattling ball inside, packed in a plastic net bag closed with a plastic clip.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the ball can easily break releasing the small rattling ball from inside which can be put in the mouth of a child and swallowed.

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

Ban on the marketing of the product and withdrawal of the product from the market.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Wooden rattle

BRAND: V&F

NAME: Campanilla

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref: 92899 / 6882009928998

DESCRIPTION: Painted wooden rattle. The upper part is shaped like a cage containing a metallic bell. Finished with a wooden ball in the shape of an animal's head (cat).


CHOKING AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of choking because it can easily break, releasing small parts and it does not comply with the requirements on shape and size so could get stuck in the mouth of children. There is also a risk of injury if the child falls on the toy.

The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1:2011.

Withdrawal of a product from the market ordered by the authorities.

EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Whistle with candy

BRAND: Light candy

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: 6921078500527

DESCRIPTION: A plastic whistle with a light, the plastic mouthpiece is removable. In the upper part, there is candy in the form of a skull. In the central part there are two button cell batteries marked LR41 BUTTONHBCELV and red LED light.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China N

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts that can be swallowed by children.

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



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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic toy

BRAND: Long Trading

NAME: Funny Orangutan

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mod. 913


DESCRIPTION: Small battery-powered monkey with lights and sounds.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the green PVC electrical cable contains 0.83% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). Furthermore, a short-circuit of the insulation between the components at different polarities causes the batteries to overheat beyond the permissible limit.

The product does not comply with the Toy safety directive and with the relevant European standards EN 62115 and EN 71-1

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.




PRODUCT: Toy mobile phone

BRAND: Aether Champion

NAME: Transformable Mobilephone



DESCRIPTION: Toy mobile phone.


DAMAGE TO HEARING

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound level is too high.

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



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HARDLINES: TOY

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PRODUCT: Babies' rattles

BRAND: Toys

NAME: Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO: 328A, NO: 328B


DESCRIPTION: Babies' rattles with handles made from yellow-red and orange-red plastic materials. The latter produces a noise from a green wheel. Packed in transparent bags closed with varicoloured cardboard.


DAMAGE TO HEARING AND CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking because the handles of the rattles are too long and they may get stuck in the mouth of a baby who is unable to sit up unaided. The orange-green rattle poses a risk of damage to hearing because the detected noise level is too high.

The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1:2011.



EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll with bottle

BRAND: Kaili toys

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: The set consists of two pieces, baby doll and feeding-bottle, made of flexible plastic material. The bottle is pink with a printed dog on it. The baby has a red shirt, blue trousers and it holds a bottle in his/her hand. Packaging: a transparent bag closed by a cardboard fastener with CE marking.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the doll's face contains 20% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.


Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Flexible Flyer Swing Sets

UNITS: About 100,500 in the United States and 4,900 in Canada

MANUFACTURER: The Troxel Company, of Moscow, Tenn.

DESCRIPTION: The Flexible Flyer swing sets come in 11 different models each with a see saw attachment along with swings, bars or a slide. The model number can be found on a sticker located underneath the center of the top bar of each swing set unit. Model numbers and names are listed below:

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The see saw seats can break away from the bolt fasteners during use, posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm received 1,232 reports of see saw seats breaking resulting in thirteen injuries to young children that included bumps, bruises and lacerations.

Voluntary recall.

MODEL # MODEL NAME

41575 BIG ADVENTURE

41577 FUN FANTASTIC

41578 FUN FANTASTIC II

42003 BACKYARD FLYER

42013 BACKYARD FUN

42023 BACKYARD SWINGIN' FUN

42030 WINDSOR II

42124 FUN TIME

42126 FANTASTIC PLAY-GROUND

42544 TRIPLE FUN

42560 TRIPLE FUN II

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HARDLINES: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA Symbion Pty Ltd—Hot Water Bottle 2L

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Natural rubber hot water bottles - red and blue


If the product packaging is unopened: barcode 9316100648563 If opened, the flower motif on the front of the bottle says "11" in the middle and there are dots in 3 of the petals of the flower. Other identifiers are the words "Warning: Hot Water bottles can cause burns. Avoid prolonged direct contact with the skin." on the inside of the top of the hot water bottle.


Various pharmacies

SUPPLIER

Symbion Pty Ltd

No picture available.

HAZARDS

Filling the hot water bottle with boiling water may result in it bursting during use, causing severe scalding.

DEFECTS

The hot water bottles do not have the required safety warning permanently marked on them as per Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard) (Hot Water Bottles) Regulation 2008.

Consumers should not use this product. Please return it to the place of purchase to obtain a full refund.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Soy Candles

UNITS: About 1,600 in the United States and 1,200 in Canada

MANUFACTURER: Bath Petals Inc., of Gardena, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: The candles are 7.5 oz. soy candles sold in four colors and scents: Australian Eucalyptus, California Rose Garden, French Alpine and Thai Lemongrass Ginger. "Bath petals" and the scent name are printed on the glass candle holder. The following UPC codes are on the bottom of the box: 6-10696-55269-3, 7-97734-03754-8, 7-97734-03755-5 and 7-97734-03758-6

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The candle can burn with a high flame, causing excessive heat. This poses a fire hazard. The heat and flame can cause the glass candle holder to shatter. This poses a laceration hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received one report of a candle burning with a high flame and shattering the glass holder. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Twist'n Sparkle Home Beverage Carbonation System plastic bottles.


IMPORTER: iSi North America Inc, of Fairfield N.J.

DESCRIPTION: The products are plastic bottles used as a part of the iSi Twist'n Sparkle Beverage Carbonation System. The recalled bottles were sold in the Starter Set model number 1005 with one reusable bottle and the Bottle Set model number 1006 with two reusable bottles. The model numbers are printed on the bottom of the box. The recalled plastic bottles are available in one size and two colors of caps/bottoms, white or gray.

MANUFACTURED IN: Austria and Hungary

HAZARD: The plastic bottles can explode under pressure, expelling plastic parts, resulting in an injury hazard to anyone nearby.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm is aware of nine incidents involving exploding plastic bottles including three in which consumers received cuts to various parts of their upper body.

Voluntary recall.

EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories

PRODUCT: Teapot (Tekande)

BRAND: Tiger


Barcode: 61441

DESCRIPTION: Round teapot made of glass and black plastic material. 1450 ml. Packaging: a white cardboard box with a photo of the product.


BURNS

The product poses a risk of burns because, during pouring, the black plastic material becomes soft due to the heat and the glass pot can fall out, seriously scalding the user.

Recall of the product from consumers.

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EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: melamine draining spoon

MANUFACTURED IN: Germany


CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (95 mg/kg - ppm) and of melamine (221 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine draining spoon from Germany

recall from consumers

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: melamine kitchen utensils



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (113 mg/kg - ppm) and too high level of total migration (47 mg/dm²) from melamine kitchen utensils from China, via Hong Kong

re-dispatch

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: wooden kitchen tool set



CHEMICAL

unsuitable organoleptic characteristics of wooden kitchen tool set from China

withdrawal from the market

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: melamine kitchen utensils



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (melamine bowl: 30, melamine food containers: 113 mg/kg - ppm) and too high level of total migration (47 mg/dm²) from melamine kitchen utensils from China

destruction

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: electric kettle



CHEMICAL

deterioration of organoleptic characteristics of food in contact with electric kettle from China

informing authorities

EU/SLOVENIA

PRODUCT: electric pizza pan



CHEMICAL

migration of primary aromatic amines (0.0443 mg/kg - ppm) from electric pizza pan from China

recall from consumers

EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: silicone backing tin



CHEMICAL

migration of volatile organic constituents (1.45; 1.49 g/100g) from silicone backing tin from China, via the United Kingdom


EU/FINLAND

PRODUCT: ceramic cup



CHEMICAL

migration of cadmium (0.12-0.22 mg/dm²) and of lead (28-87 mg/dm²) from ceramic cup from China

import not authorised

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EU/FINLAND

PRODUCT: silicone bakeware



CHEMICAL

migration of volatile organic constituents (1.8; 1.6 %) from silicone bakeware from China

official detention

EU/CYPRUS

PRODUCT: plastic forks and knives

MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong


CHEMICAL

too high level of total migration (16.3 mg/dm²) from plastic forks and knives from Hong Kong

official detention

EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: turner



CHEMICAL

migration of primary aromatic amines (11.0 mg/kg - ppm) from turner from Hong Kong


EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: melamine cooking spoon



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (32 mg/kg - ppm) and of melamine (97 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine cooking spoon from China, via Hong Kong


EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: trays of steel coated with non-stick material



CHEMICAL

inner coating peeling off from trays of steel coated with non-stick material from China

import not authorised

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: baking pans



CHEMICAL

inner coating peeling off from baking pans from China

informing authorities

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: electric kettles



CHEMICAL

deterioration of electric kettles from China

official detention

EU/CYPRUS

PRODUCT: melamine plate 24 X 24cm (bowl)



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (19.99 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine plate 24 X 24cm (bowl) from China

destruction

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: electric ovens



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (0.8 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (10.8 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (5.9 mg/kg - ppm) from electric ovens from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: electric ovens



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (0.6 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (9.5 mg/kg - ppm) from electric ovens from China

re-dispatch

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AUSTRALIA Fisher & Paykel Australia Pty Ltd—Dishdrawer Dishwasher

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Drawer dishwasher available in single and double drawer versions.


Models beginning with model numbers DS603 and DD603.


Various

SUPPLIER

Fisher Paykel Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.fisherpaykel.com.au


HAZARDS

The maximum potential hazard is that the consumer may experience a mild electric shock from the water remaining in the dishwasher.

DEFECTS

In rare circumstances, foreign matter such as broken glass or crockery may create an internal water leak. This has the potential to conduct a very low electric current to any water remaining in the dishwasher. The consumer may experience a mild electric shock from water remaining in the machine.

Consumers should contact Fisher & Paykel Appliances via the dedicated website, phone or email address to register the model number, the serial number and their contact details. If it is the model and serial number affected by this potential problem, Fisher & Paykel will offer the consumer the opportunity to have the problem resolved at no cost.

AUSTRALIA BIG W—Abode 3L Stainless Steel Deep Fryer

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Stainless Steel Deep Fryer used for deep frying food products


BIG W Keycode - 8230828 Model No. - DF30BW Approval No. - SGSEA/110464


BIG W stores nationwide

SUPPLIER

BIG W

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://bigw.com.au

HAZARDS

The handles may detach if the product is lifted while containing oil, possibly causing serious burn injuries if hot oil splashes on the user or bystanders.

DEFECTS

The side handles may detach when the deep fryer is lifted.

Customers are asked to immediately return the product to any BIG W store for a full refund.

http://www.fisherpaykel.com.au

http://bigw.com.au

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AUSTRALIA Leggett & Platt (Taizhou) Co. Ltd.—Adjustable Beds (Model 1, Model 2, Classic)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Adjustable bed base for mattress


Model 1, Model 2, and Classic


Craftmatic Pty Ltd (ACN 108 312 983)

SUPPLIER

Leggett & Platt (Taizhou) Co. Ltd.


HAZARDS

If there is a short circuit, the adjustable bed base may cease to operate and heat generated by the short circuit may create a fire hazard.

DEFECTS

A faulty circuit in the control board may lead to a short circuit in some instances.

Consumers will be contacted by an authorised repairer who will arrange for a new electronic package to be retrofitted to the defective beds

EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT: Carbon monoxide detector

BRAND: Fireman

NAME: Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Häkävaroitin)

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model GS801, product number 1464

Batch number/Barcode: batch 201002231, EAN 6430028869589

DESCRIPTION: Carbon monoxide detector, round, white plastic, diameter 10,7 cm, packed in a cardboard box.


ASPHYXIATION

The detector is not able to detect carbon monoxide.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291.



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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Food-imitating product

PRODUCT: Lip balm

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown Barcode: 1021 2271, 330 and 1021 2295, 332

DESCRIPTION: Lip balm in the form of sweets. One is in the form of a chocolate heart shape with pink icing and the smell of chewing gum. Another is in the form of a brown chocolate with the smell of vanilla.


CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, they may be mistaken for foodstuffs. The product can easily break generating small parts that could be placed in the mouth by a child and swallowed.

The products do not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.



EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Bed

BRAND: IKEA

NAME: Folldal Leather Bed

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

A small quantity of units intended for mainland Europe only, has been supplied in error to the UK and Irish markets:

FOLLDAL bed frame 140x200 Grann white #002-043-99

FOLLDAL bed frame 160x200 Grann white #602-044-00


DESCRIPTION: Bed. Headboard and frame, cover material is leather.


FIRE

The headboard and frame may catch fire if the filling is exposed to a flame.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard BS 5852.

Voluntary measures:


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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Decorative articles

PRODUCT: Candles with plastic stand

BRAND: Bosque verde

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Lots starting with 1, 2A, 2B and 2C

Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 8480000491619

DESCRIPTION: Pack of four candles in transparent plastic packaging with a label which reads: "4 lighting candles. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep in vertical position. Do not move the candle when it is lit or if it is extinguished when the product is still liquid. Do not throw the packaging away as litter after use." The same label indicates various warning symbols and the name of the manufacturer, brand, customer care phone number, barcode, etc.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy

BURNS AND FIRE

The product poses a risk of burns and fire because when a flame is applied directly on the walls of the holder of the candle, it melts and catches fire, and does not extinguish itself.


One incident reported.



USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Folding Step Stool

UNITS: About 3,700

IMPORTER: Molenaar LLC, of Willmar, Minn.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves 13-inch high folding step stools. The step stool is plastic and has a handle for carrying the stool when it is folded. The stools have a single step and come in beige with a brown top. The stools, which were used as promotional products, have various company logos imprinted on the side panel beneath the top of the stool.


HAZARD: The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: No incidents or injuries reported were reported.

Voluntary recall.

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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories

PRODUCT: Pressure cooker

BRAND: Perfect Home

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 9 lt,

Item No: 92118,

Barcode: 5999541209292

DESCRIPTION: Pressure cooker made of chrome-nickel stainless steel. The diameter at the bottom is 183 mm, the diameter at the top is 196mm. Packed in a cardboard box with marking 'Perfect Home", 9 lt., CE, Pressure cooker, 8 pictograms (Electro, Gas, Ceramic, Halogen, Dishwasher, Cold handle, Bio-plus system, Energy system), and other information.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

INJURIES

The product poses serious risk of injuries because the cooker is not sufficiently resistant against pressure and can deform while in use catapulting the lid.

The product does not comply with the Pressure Equipment Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 12778.

Ban on the marketing of the product

Warning to consumers of the risks.

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EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Laser pointers

PRODUCT: Laser pointer

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BGP-XXXX

DESCRIPTION: The laser pointer emits a violet laser beam. The colour of the product is black with metal coloured parts. The product is formed like a cylinder with a length of 153mm and a diameter of 14mm. The name of the product *LASER POINTER* is marked on the product, which is sold in a small plastic bag with no markings.


DAMAGE TO SIGHT

The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it is a Class 3B laser.

In addition, the marking and warnings on the product do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1.

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

EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Laser pointers

PRODUCT: Laser pointer key-holder "New laser & Led Light"

BRAND: Zini

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number: ZK-117-2

DESCRIPTION: Laser pointer in the shape of a key-holder. Approx. dimensions: 11.3x2.3x1.5 cm (with the holder). The head of the product is silver while the body and the key-holder have various colours (silver, purple or blue). The products are hanging on cardboard. On the product and the packaging it is mentioned that the product is classified as a Class IIIA laser product.


DAMAGE TO SIGHT

The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it is a Class 3B laser. In addition, the product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with respect to classification, labelling, user information and engineering requirements.


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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Laser pointers

PRODUCT: Laser pointer key-ring "Laser Flashlight"

BRAND: Shock

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

Barcode: 5201756052045

DESCRIPTION: Laser pointer in the form of a key-ring. Approx. dimensions: 13 x 1.8x 1.5 cm (with the ring). The laser is operated by 3 AG13 button cells. The product has two buttons: the one closer to the key-ring activates the laser beam, while the one closer to the head causes an electric shock to the user. The products are packed in a black box, with pictures of the key-rings, the CE mark, the indication “Made in China”, warnings about the electric shock and the indication: “Not a real laser flashlight but it will shock your friends”. On the product it is mentioned that the product is classified as a Class II laser product.


DAMAGE TO SIGHT

The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it is a Class 3R laser.

In addition, the product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with respect to classification, labelling and user information.


EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Other - Ladders

PRODUCT: Combined ladder

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Hobby

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MD-808/4x4


DESCRIPTION: Combined ladder with the following features described in the pictogram: MD-808/4x4, 4.72m, bears a weight of 150 kg, EN 131.


INJURIES

The mechanism restricting the opening of the upper part of the ladder can break.

One accident reported.


Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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AUSTRALIA SlumberTrek Australia Pty Ltd—Cryofreeze Gel Pack

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

15cm x 14cm opaque blue plastic pouch filled with liquid gel. The words "Cryofreeze" and "Ice Pack/Hot Pack" are printed in white letters on the front of the pouch. The Gel Pack is also labelled ‘non-toxic’. The Gel Pack was not separately priced.


The product is a freezer gel pack that was sold with “Baby Innovations” thermal carriers marked with the following model numbers:

93-28610-00-06 Zip Around Sack $9.99 93-28520-09-56 Thermal Twin $9.99 93-28529-00-06 Easy Access Thermal Tote $14.99


Toys "R" Us stores nationally

SUPPLIER

SlumberTrek Australia Pty Ltd

HAZARDS

If the plastic outer layer of the freezer pack is damaged, the gel may leak out and pose an ingestion hazard for children or adults.

DEFECTS

Gel contents of freezer packs may contain diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol.

Consumers should immediately stop using the gel pack and dispose of it according to local waste disposal regulations, or return it for a refund in the form of a gift card or replacement to:

SLUMBERTREK AUSTRALIA PTY LTD PO Box 205, Surrey Hills, VIC 3127 Contact [email protected] or 03 9897 0700

A $5 Toys ‘R’ Us gift card will be forwarded by Slumbertrek Australia to consumers returning a gel pack or who can supply photographic evidence of its existence prior to disposal. Please provide full postal details to receive a refund or replacement.

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EU/IRELAND CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Body milk "Lait Skin Perfector"

BRAND: Fair and White

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch Code 55245. Barcode 7791700022, manufacturing date 01/11, best before 01/15.

DESCRIPTION: Light pink plastic bottle containing 500ml (17.6 fl oz) body milk. Packaged in a pink cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: France

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics directive 76/768/EEC.

Voluntary withdrawal by the retailer.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Nail modelling product "Maica Nail Liquid"

BRAND: Maica

Barcode: M12 J11

DESCRIPTION: White labelled container with white labelled plastic screw cap. The opening is sealed with a blue plastic stopper, filling quantity: 3 750 ml


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 97.3% methyl metacrylate (MMA). In its assessment, the Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR, Federal Institute for Risk Assessment) considers the presence of methyl metacrylate (MMA) in concentrations of 80-90 % in such cosmetics to be strongly sensitising.

Voluntary withdrawal of the product from the market


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CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT Cigarette filters "Mini filters"

BRAND: Legacy

Barcode: 4019498360462

DESCRIPTION: 10 plastic disposable cigarette filters, packaged in a cardboard sleeve with a plastic viewing window.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because, when placed in the mouth, there is a significant risk of the filter being inhaled and partially blocking the windpipe or entering a distal bronchus leading to obstruction of the lungs.

One fatal accident reported.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.

Recall of the product from consumers by the importer.

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Childcare article and children's equipment

PRODUCT: Amber teething necklace

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: "Dark Cognac Beans", "Raw Dark Cognac Beans", "Raw Cognac Baroque" and "Raw Lemon Baroque & Cherry Beans"



DESCRIPTION: Baltic amber necklace. The beads are separated by knots.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lithuania

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the small baby necklace can, when it is not worn around the neck, be swallowed by small children.

Voluntary measures:


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CATEGORY: Childcare article and children's equipment

PRODUCT: Amber teething necklace

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: "Rainbow Baroque with cherry" and "Green beans"



DESCRIPTION: Baltic amber necklace with beads separated by knots.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lithuania

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the small baby necklace can, when it is not worn around the neck, be swallowed by small children.

Voluntary measures:


EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Black Henna

BRAND: Royal

NAME: Royal Black Henna

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LIC CODE : RAJ/COS/97/1822-C B.No: 209 Mfg.Dt: 08-2010


DESCRIPTION: Cardboard box (dimensions: 125x90x35mm) containing 6 x 10g sachets of powder hair dye. Inside each sachet there is an instruction leaflet in two languages: English and Arabic. No instructions in French.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 2-nitro-para-phenylenediamine, a substance which is prohibited in cosmetics and 9.3 % of Para phenylenediamine (PPD) which is classified as strong sensitised. In addition the labelling does not have any of the warnings which should appear on the labelling of hair dyes containing this substance.

One accident reported

The product does not comply with the relevant national legislation and the Cosmetics Regulation.


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

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AUSTRALIA Essential Image—Teeth Whitening Kit

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Take-home teeth whitening kit


No identifying numbers or markings


Sold directly to consumers via the Essential Image website

SUPPLIER

Essential Image

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.essentialimage.com.au


HAZARDS

Users of the product may suffer irritation or inflammation to the gums and mouth due to the excessive concentration of hydrogen peroxide it contains.

DEFECTS

The products contain concentrations of hydrogen peroxide in excess of the recognised safe limit of 6% w/w, as set by the Poisons Standard 2011, expert clinical advice, and published scientific risk assessments.

Cease using the goods and return them, whether partially used or unused, to Essential Image at the following address to receive replacement items at no cost:

U7/5 Milford St, East Vic Park, WA 6003

Essentual Image will contact customers directly by email where possible.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Nail modelling product

BRAND: NaiLexus

NAME: Liquid Monomer


Batch number/Barcode: B0611-M130

DESCRIPTION: Nail modelling and extension material. Container: white, labelled plastic canister with white plastic screw cap. Capacity: 32 fl.oz.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 93.7% methyl methacrylate (MMA). In its "Health assessment of nail modelling cosmetics containing methyl metacrylate" of 22 December 2011, the Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR, Federal Institute for Risk Assessment) considers methyl metacrylate present in concentrations of 80-90 % in the nail modelling cosmetics to be harmful to health due to the high sensitizing potential, which can also cause ongoing damage to nails.

Voluntary measures:

Destruction of the product.

http://www.essentialimage.com.au

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EU/PORTUGAL CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Skin lightening product

BRAND: Rapid `Clair

NAME: Rapid' Clair Super éclaircissant Körpermilch


Batch number/Barcode: 302 152 K 3 / 700607 900013

DESCRIPTION: 500 ml white plastic bottle with an orange screw top and a label with orange print. Expiration date: 02/2016.


CHEMICAL

This product poses a chemical risk because it contains hydroquinone.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics directive 76/768/EEC.


Import rejected at border.

EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Food-imitating products

PRODUCT: Lip balm

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Unknown

Batch number/Barcode: 1024 4944, 852 and 1024 4937, 851

DESCRIPTION: Lip balm in the form of cakes. Vanilla lip balm in the form of a cake with coloured sticks and the smell of vanilla. Lip balm in the form of a cake with icing and some fruit – apple, with the smell of strawberry.


CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, they may be mistaken for foodstuffs. The product can easily break, generating small parts that could be placed in the mouth by a child and swallowed.

The products do not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.



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AUSTRALIA Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd—SR Suntour SF11 XCM-V3 Fork

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Mountain bicycle suspension fork that may have been installed on the bicycles identified below.


SR Suntour Suspension Fork - Date Codes: CK110301 through CK110731 Affected brand: Trek Model year: 2012 Model name: 3900 Disc


Trek bicycle retailers

SUPPLIER

Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://trekbikes.com/au/en

HAZARDS

If the suspension fork's internal support tubes break during use, the rider may lose control and crash.

DEFECTS

The suspension fork's internal support tubes may break.

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with these forks and return the bicycles to any authorised Trek dealer for a free repair.

AUSTRALIA Big Cat Human-Powered Vehicles—Catbike Musashi Recumbent Bicycle

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Recumbent bicycle


SERIAL NUMBERS: CBM0007, CBM0008, CBM0009, CBM0010, CBM0012, CBM0021


Flying Furniture Cycles and Recumbent & Specialised Cycles

SUPPLIER

Big Cat Human-Powered Vehicles

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.catbike.us

HAZARDS

If the bicycle frame cracks, it may cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, possibly resulting in serious injury to the rider.

DEFECTS

The bicycle frame may crack during use.

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle and contact a Catbike dealer for a free frame replacement.

http://trekbikes.com/au/en

http://www.catbike.us

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EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Mountain bicycle "26 Arkus Evolution"

BRAND: Arkus (Romet)

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 26 Arkus Evolution

Barcode: 5907782737115

DESCRIPTION: The product is a mountain bicycle sold without packaging.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the handlebar stem and the axis of the pedal assembly is not strong enough and can break causing the rider to fall.



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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Cycling helmet

BRAND: Helt-pro


DESCRIPTION: Helmet for cyclists in the form of a hat. The product is available with different covers.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the shock absorbing capacity is not sufficient. The product gives a false sense of security to the consumer and may not properly protect the cyclist´s head in the event of an accident.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the relevant European standard EN 1078.

Voluntary withdrawal of the product from the market by the importer.

EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Work gloves "Silver 2"

BRAND: Handy

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. No. 901674

DESCRIPTION: Grey coloured, leather-textile, work gloves with yellow edges and prints. Packed in transparent plastic bags, 8 pairs in one bag.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Pakistan

CHEMICAL

The gloves pose a chemical risk due to the presence of nitrobenzene, which is a toxic substance. Nitrobenzene can be absorbed into the body by inhalation or through the skin. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive.

Import rejected at border.

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EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Pyrotechnic articles

PRODUCT: Firework "Black Panther"

BRAND: Black Pirat

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: K0203 - C20 Be/TRI 1903/D

Barcode: 5425017852070

DESCRIPTION: Fire cracker with match head, without fuse. 100 pieces per box.


BURNS AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of burns and injuries because the cracker may explode in the hand of the user while being ignited. Some crackers do not have a delay time between igniting and explosion, so the user does not have time to throw the cracker away.

Three accidents reported.

Temporary ban on the supply, offer to supply and display of the product.

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s nightdress

BRAND: Powell Craft

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: SN39 Flora, SN40 Maddie, SN-70 Petra, SN-44 Ruth.

DESCRIPTION: White, woven cotton fabric nightdress with embroidery, packed in a hessian pouch.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India

BURNS

The product poses a risk of burns because it is highly flammable and could catch fire if the child is near a flame source.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard BS 5722.


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s coat

BRAND: Ben Ben Tu

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 2479

DESCRIPTION: Child's coat with a hood containing an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends.

Size: 16-20.


STRANGULATION AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood with toggles and knots on the ends. The drawstring is made out of elastic so if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into the eyes and face causing injuries.



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PRODUCT: Children’s coat "Fine fashion"

BRAND: Sport


DESCRIPTION: Children’s coat in pink colour with hood. The hood includes a non-fixed drawstring with knots on the end.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring with knots in the hood.


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



BRAND: Morning Sun


DESCRIPTION: Children's colourful coat with hood decorated with butterflies. The hood includes a non-fixed drawstring with knots on the ends. Size: 1-3.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring with knots in the hood.



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PRODUCT: Children’s jacket

BRAND: Hong


DESCRIPTION: Children’s coat with hood and zip fastener. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. Size: 16.


INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood area. The drawstring is elastic and if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into the eyes and face causing injuries.



EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' sweater

BRAND: Image Kids

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: FH 7095

DESCRIPTION: Girls' sweater in fuchsia with two outer pockets decorated with rhinestones and a picture of a cat made from small golden coloured strass on the right side. The garment has a white zipper with a silver bow, a hood and a decorative bow with black, white and fuchsia horizontal stripes which is attached to the left side in the chest area. The hood contains 2 fuchsia drawstrings that protrude 220 mm and have pom-poms at the ends. Sizes: 4 - 12 years.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area which are too long.



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PRODUCT: Girls' trousers

BRAND: Image Kids

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: LF 7096

DESCRIPTION: Girl’s dark blue trousers with two outer pockets decorated with rhinestones and a picture of a bow made from silver coloured small strass on the right pocket. The garment has two dark blue drawstrings that protrude 300 mm. Sizes: 4 - 12 years.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of long drawstrings in the waist area with free ends.

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

Withdrawal of the product from the market


PRODUCT: Girls' sweatshirt

BRAND: Image Kids

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: LF 8376

DESCRIPTION: Girls' red sweatshirt decorated with the figure of a dwarf. The garment is decorated with silver hearts and has a light green zipper with a metallic head of a dwarf and a hood with 2 red drawstrings that protrude 200 mm. Sizes: 4 - 12 years.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area that protrude 200 mm. The drawstrings are too long.



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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s outfit

BRAND: Sports Ildes

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of a sweatshirt in dark blue, with the inscription “Sports-ildes club”, with white edging and a hood supplied with functional cords. The lower part is a pair of trousers in dark blue with white edging on the sides, the inscription “Sports” and elastic cords in the waist area.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area.






BRAND: Ditex (Дитекс)

NAME: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of a sweatshirt in pink, with a brocade inscription “Barbie” (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT), butterflies and a purple hood supplied with functional cords. The lower part is a pair of trousers with a printed pattern of a butterfly on one of the trouser-legs, elastic and cords in the waist area. Size 26

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria


The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area and drawstrings in the waist area.




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BRAND: Ditex (Дитекс)

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of a sweatshirt in pink, with the inscription “Dactty” and a printed pattern of flowers and butterflies, pockets with velvet edging and a hood supplied with functional cords. The lower part is a pair of trousers with the inscription “Girl” on one of the trouser-legs and a printed pattern of butterflies, a flower and a heart, with elastic and cords in the waist area.

Size 34



The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area and drawstrings in the waist area.





PRODUCT: Children’s jacket

BRAND: Poldo

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Jacket intended for children up to 7 years of age, with functional cords in the hood. On the front there are embroidered patterns depicting flowers and the inscription „I love my pretty bags”. The product is sold in various colours: a combination of grey and pink and a combination of grey and cyclamen.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the hood and neck area.




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PRODUCT: Children’s top

BRAND: Laixier

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: OQ-102

DESCRIPTION: Children’s top intended for children up to 7 years of age, supplied with cords in the neck area.

The product is sold without packaging.


STRANGULATION







BRAND: Shuang Da Ren Kid`s

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of two parts, intended for children up to 7 years of age – trousers and a sleeveless top with a hood supplied with functional cords. The product is sold in transparent polyethylene packaging.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the hood.




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PRODUCT: Sports trousers

BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item 12326,


DESCRIPTION: Boys’ sports trousers in dark blue colour with red edging on the legs and red functional cords in the waist area. On the left trouser-leg there is a red emblem bearing the inscription: „BCRK League Old Team”, „1996”.


INJURIES

The product poses risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord in the waist area with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point and is too long.





PRODUCT: Children’s tops

BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: barcode 8690123362844

DESCRIPTION: Girls’ tops, pink and white, with shorts sleeves. On the front there is a cat with an umbrella and a bag, a car and the inscription “Princess Enjoy time”. In the neck area there are cords tied in a ribbon. There are two attached textile labels: the first one bears the inscription: „Bücürük ® girls”, an indication of the child’s age and sizes and the second one has the inscription: Made in Turkey, ord.No 62088 and treatment symbols.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of cords in the neck area.




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PRODUCT: Children’s trousers

BRAND: „Bücürük”

NAME: Unknown

Item number: 12254

Barcode: 8690123342907

DESCRIPTION: Boys’ trousers in blue, grey and white colours; with an appliquéd pattern on one of the trouser-legs – a car, and functional cords in the waist area. The cords have not been attached and move freely.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries to children due to the presence of a cord with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point and could be pulled out by a child.







NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number 12264 Barcode: 8690123414215

DESCRIPTION: Boys’ sports trousers. In the waist area there are functional cords that have not been fixed in at least one point. Colours – blue with white edging and white cords; grey with yellow cords and edging. On one of the trouser-legs there is an appliquéd pattern of „Spider man” and the inscription „The Amazing Spider-Man” (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT).


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point and which can be pulled out by a child.




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PRODUCT: Children’s shorts

BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: Item 12104, barcode 8690123292295

DESCRIPTION: Boys’ yellow shorts with external pockets (one bears the number “2”). In the waist area, there are functional cords that have not been fixed in at least one point. Textile labels are attached to the shorts.


INJURIES

The product poses risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord with knots on the end which is not fixed in at least one point.





PRODUCT: Children’s short trousers


NAME: Unknown


Item number: 12061

Barcode: 8690123292295

DESCRIPTION: Boys’ short trousers with functional cords in the waist area, not fixed in at least one point. Colours – light blue, dark blue and red. On the trouser-leg there is an inscription „Holiday” and a crab.


INJURIES

The products pose a risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point.




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NAME: Unknown


Item number: 12300

Barcode: 8690123281572

DESCRIPTION: Boys’ trousers with functional cords in the waist area not fixed in at least one point. Colour – dark blue, with two types of pockets.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries to the child due to the presence of a cord with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point and can be pulled out by the child.






BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: Item 12057, barcode 8690123290154

DESCRIPTION: Girls’ shorts in pink colour. In the waist area there are non-attached functional cords.


INJURIES

The product poses risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord in the waist area with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point and can be pulled out by the child.




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NAME: Unknown


Barcode 8690123291854

DESCRIPTION: Children’ sports trousers. Colours – dark blue with white edging and white cords; Grey with blue cords and edging; White with yellow cords and edging. In the waist area there are cords that have not been attached.


INJURIES

The products pose a risk of injuries to the child due to the presence of a cord with free ends which is not fixed and can be pulled out by the child.






BRAND: Cichlid

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s trousers with a fastening cord in the waist area. In the lower section of the front there are embroidered flowers. No packaging.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the cord in the waist area is not fixed to the garment in at least one point and the measured length of the free ends of the cords is too long.




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PRODUCT: Children’s dress

BRAND: Miss Azur

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number PG017


DESCRIPTION: Children’s dress with five flounces and a halter neck, which is designed and supplied with cords that are intended to be tied at the neck. The dress is blue with white dots. There is white lining as well.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a cord with free ends in the neck area.






BRAND: “Fashion moda”

NAME: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Children’s dress, white colour, with a halter neck and edging with free ends intended to be tied at the neck.


STRANGULATION

Due to the presence of a cord with free ends in the neck area of halter-neck garments and also due to the presence of cords in the neck area, the products do not meet the requirements




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PRODUCT: Children’s sports trousers

BRAND: Nex 56

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s sports trousers in grey colour, supplied with a cord at the waist. There is an attached textile label with the following information: Nex 56 new generation, by BATO, established 1995..


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a long cord in the waist area which has free ends that are not fixed in at least one end.






BRAND: XIANHAO

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZWH-002

DESCRIPTION: Children’s bermuda shorts, supplied with a cord.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries to children because of the presence of a cord with free ends that has not been fixed in at least one point.




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BRAND: HONG

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: A01


DESCRIPTION: Pink coat with hood for young children. In the waist area there is a drawstring. Size: 104, 116.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a drawstring with free ends in the waist which protrude by 300 mm at each end when the garment is opened.





PRODUCT: Children's top

BRAND: Moga MXI

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: XGL-1250A Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Children's top with hood, zip fastener and pockets. The hood has a drawstring with knots on the ends. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with an inscription: "Girlie Dangerous Division Mission ". Size: 134-164.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of a drawstring in the hood. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall from end users.

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PRODUCT: Girls’ sweater

BRAND: CAIBA

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: D-DY-26


DESCRIPTION: Camouflage coloured sweater with decorative cords and drawstrings. Size: 98,104, 134/140.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the sleeves of the sweater include decorative cords from the shoulder to the elbow and the sides of the product include drawstrings, which form loops in the waist area.





PRODUCT: Waistcoat for girls

BRAND: H&S

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: L-831C


DESCRIPTION: Waistcoat for girls with hood, zip fastener and two pockets. The hood is decorated with artificial fur. The hood has a drawstring with knots and plastic toggles on the ends. Size: 98-134


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of a drawstring in the hood.




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PRODUCT: Girl's coat

BRAND: Crossfire

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: C 08


DESCRIPTION: Girl’s pink, hooded coat. The hood is decorated with artificial fur and has an unfixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends.


STRANGULATION






PRODUCT: Girl’s coat

BRAND: Yi Li Fao

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model. Y-531


DESCRIPTION: Pink hooded coat for girls. The hood has an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. The drawstring forms a protruding loop. Size: 86-116.


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PRODUCT: girls’ trousers

BRAND: Sincere

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: M-9178


DESCRIPTION: Girls’ leisure trousers with two pockets. The trousers are decorated with inscriptions: „MISS BRIUM” and with a girl’s figure. Size: 116-134.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the waist part of the trousers includes a non-fixed drawstring.





PRODUCT: Girl’s bikini

BRAND: Keyzi

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: IWA


DESCRIPTION: Girl’s bikini. The top can be tied with cords that have free ends in the neck area and at the back. The bottom of the bikini can be adjusted and tied with cords that have free ends in the waist area. The cords have knotted ends. Size: 122, 128, 134, 146.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords with free ends and knots in the neck area, the back and the waist.




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PRODUCT: Girl's shorts

BRAND: CAIBA

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MT-371


DESCRIPTION: Red shorts with two pockets. The waist part of the trousers has a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends. Size: 104, 110, 116, 122, 128.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because it has a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends.





PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt

BRAND: Moga Kid's

NAME: unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TD-5312 Batch number/Barcode: 5999552125312

DESCRIPTION: Children's sweatshirt with hood, zip-fastener and kangaroo pockets. The hood has a non-fixed drawstring with knots on the ends. The product is decorated with two inscriptions: "Follow", "MISS & GIRLS dance". It is available in pink, purple, and grey colours. Size: 128-152.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of a drawstring in the hood. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall from end users.

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PRODUCT: Girl’s coat

BRAND: Morning Sun

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Girl’s hooded coat. The hood has a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with an embroidered inscription: "Greetn" and a butterfly. Size: 4-7.


STRANGULATION







BRAND: Ditex

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of a sweatshirt in light grey colour, with an inscription “S.O.S. CLASS World’s Race Series”, pockets, velvet sleeve edges and a hood supplied with functional cords. The lower part is a pair of trousers with the inscription “Island 39” on one of the trouser-legs, elastic and cords in the waist area.


STRANGULATION





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BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: Item 12147; barcode: 8690123379712

DESCRIPTION: Girls’ shorts in pink colour, with a cord at the waist.


INJURIES

The product poses a potential risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord with free ends in the waist area.





PRODUCT: Children’s sleeveless jacket

BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: NA

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODELNA

DESCRIPTION: NA

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: NA

STRANGULATION





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BRAND: Bücürük

NAME: Unknown

Batch number/Barcode: 12303, barcode 8690123292011

DESCRIPTION: Boys’ sports trousers. Colours – dark blue /black/ with grey edging and cords; grey with blue cords and edging, blue with dark blue edging. In the waist area there are cords that have not been attached. There are two attached textile labels: the first one has the inscription: „Bücürük ® boys”, an indication of the children’s age and the sizes.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord with free ends which is not fixed in at least one point and can be pulled out by the child.






BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s dress in various colours. It has a halter-neck upper part, which is designed and supplied with two cords having knots at the ends which pass through a wooden ball that regulates their length and are intended to be tied at the neck. There is a belt sewn into the side edges which is intended to be tied at the back. In the neck area there is a six-line decorative element made of plastic balls.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a cord with free ends in the neck area.




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PRODUCT: Children’s sleeveless jacket

BRAND: “OOPM”

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model QA-3

Batch number/Barcode: Unkown

DESCRIPTION: Children’s sleeveless jacket, with a hood and an embroidered pattern with the inscription “Yatsi Girl”. The product is available in various colours and has polar lining. There are two pockets with decorative cords that hang below the lower edge of the garment.


STRANGULATION






PRODUCT: Boy's sleeveless jacket

BRAND: QiFeng

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 5152B


DESCRIPTION: Hooded sleeveless jacket for boys. The hood can be removed by using a zipper and has an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles at the ends. The waistcoat is decorated with the inscription: „FLOWER 58”. The product is available in the colours red-blue-khaki and blue-white-orange. Size: 122-128.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of a drawstring with toggles at the ends in the hood. The drawstring is elastic and if the child pulls it the toggles may spring into the eyes and face causing injuries.




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PRODUCT: Girls’ outfit

BRAND: WANDENG

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: RJ-2447-NTH


DESCRIPTION: Girl’s outfit in olive green colour consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood and waistband of the sweatshirt include a non-fixed drawstring with knots and plastic beads on the ends. The sweatshirt is decorated with inscriptions: "MISS Miss Piano" and "Breeze Girls Fashion". The trousers are decorated with an inscription: "B Girls Fashion" Size: 128,140,146,158.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of non-fixed drawstrings.





PRODUCT: Sweatshirt for children

BRAND: Seagull

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: CSQ-918


DESCRIPTION: Hooded leisure sweatshirt for children. The hood has a drawstring with free ends. The sweatshirt is decorated with an inscription: „FREESTYLE 8”.


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PRODUCT: Girls’ trousers

BRAND: AD miring

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model. TK-931


DESCRIPTION: Pink trousers for young girls. The waistband of the trousers includes an unattached drawstring. The trousers are decorated with an inscription: "Wheeler’s Smith". Size: 98.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of non-fixed drawstrings in the waist area.





PRODUCT: Girl’s top

BRAND: KE YI QI

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: K-958


DESCRIPTION: Girl’s leisure top with hood and zip-fastener. The hood has an unfixed drawstring with knots on the ends. The product is decorated with an inscription: "1976".


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BRAND: Ambitionfly

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model. AB580110A


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood can be removed by using a zipper and includes an elastic unfixed drawstring with knots and plastic toggles on the ends. The waistband of the trousers also includes an unattached drawstring. Size: 134/140-158/164.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of non-fixed drawstrings. The drawstring of the hood is made out of rubber; if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into its eyes and face causing eye and face injuries.




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AUSTRALIA Bellview Pty Ltd—Tiny Little Wonders infant's slipper socks

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Pair of slipper socks featuring either a yellow lion or a blue bird


Boys: Size 1-2 (APN 9311243101340) Girls: Size 1-2 (APN 9311243101326) Boys: Size 2-5 (APN 9311243101357) Girls: Size 2-5 (APN 9311243101333)


Kmart Australia Limited

SUPPLIER

Bellview Pty Ltd


HAZARDS

The stitching may detach, resulting in an entrapment or strangulation hazard.

DEFECTS

The stitching on the sole may separate from the sock, creating loose strands.

Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to any Kmart store for a full refund.


EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Ladies’ shoes

BRAND: Fly Flot

NAME: Dream – My Comfort Shoes

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 'Art. 31093, colore Nero 9001– 8007, 310939001 38


DESCRIPTION: Black shoes, displaying the words 'FLY FLOT Dream' both on the insoles and on the packaging. Size 38.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China Y

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 7 mg/kg of Chromium (VI). In addition, the product contains dimethylformamide in concentration of 39-53 mg/kg.

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

One incident reported.



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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Old Navy Toddler Girl Aqua Socks

UNITS: About 34,000 in the U.S. and 3,800 in Canada

RETAILER: Old Navy, of San Francisco, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: The slip-on shoes have pull-on tabs on both the front and back of the foot opening of the shoe. These Aqua Socks were sold in pink and purple in Toddler sizes 5-11. The recall includes Old Navy Toddler Girl Aqua Socks with style number 896452. A small tag inside the foot opening contains the style number (896452), size information and country of origin (China).


HAZARD: This style of Aqua Socks have less traction when worn on wet or smooth surfaces such as hardwood or tile, creating a slip and fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Two customers reported falls with minor injuries that did not require medical attention.

Voluntary recall.

SOFTLINES SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES

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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/

© 2012 SGS SA. All rights reserved. SGS’s services including compilation(s) of data into this Factsheet are based on publicly available sources as of the date stated herein for which SGS bears no responsibility. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, SGS makes no warranty as to error, omissions and does not accept any liability, without limitation, for indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damages arising from any use in connection with this document.

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http://www.hardlines.sgs.com/consumerproducts/standards_regulations_consumerproducts.htm

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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