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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16– 31 OCTOBER 2012

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 8

HARDGOODS Pages 9 to 16

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 17 to 29

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 30 to 33

SOFTLINES Pages 34 to 40

Audio Video and Household Appliances (3)

IT & Telecommunication (2)

Luminaries (5)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (2)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (4)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (11)

Sport & Leisure Goods (4)

Stationery and Office Supplies (0)

Textile and Clothing (9)

Shoes (2)

Bags and Accessories (0)

Jewelleries (1)

Toys (21)

Juvenile Products (4)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (4)

Household Care (1)

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Mosquito killer

BRAND: GERIMPORT

NAME: Mata Mosquitos Plastico

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

Barcode: 8430590288090

DESCRIPTION: Plastic cylindrical mosquito killer packaged in a cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Access to live parts of the discharge grid is possible. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market

EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Battery charger

BRAND: SIN SUN

NAME: 3G Universal Charger

NUMBER OF MODEL: HY 1019

Barcode: 8518797110199

DESCRIPTION: White, rectangular battery charger, in a blister pack.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the electrical insulation is not sufficient. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950.

Compulsory measures: Recall of the product from end users , Withdrawal of the product from the market

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Power inverter

BRAND: Bison

NAME: Power Inverter

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: WETE 150W

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Power inverter: DC 12V to AC 230V.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The socket-outlet of the product does not fulfil the requirements for access to live parts as, when a plug is inserted into the socket, the live pin of the plug can be touched by the user.

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

Compulsory measures:

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

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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Mains adaptor

BRAND: Power

NAME: Universal Notebook AC and Car Adaptor

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YH-8100 2 IN 1


DESCRIPTION: Switch-mode power supply in a yellow and blue box.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The insulation between the primary and secondary circuits is not sufficient.



Ban on the marketing of the product.

AUSTRALIA Nielsen Kellerman Australia Pty Ltd—R2 microphone for CoxBox Plus & CoxBox Mini

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

R2 microphone for CoxBoxPlus & CoxBox Mini before September 1, 2012

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Part number #0200 This recall includes any NK R2 microphone with an exposed black metal boom. Microphones manufactured after September 1, 2012 have a rubber-covered microphone boom and a yellow warning tag on the cable and are not covered by the recall. BNC microphones are not covered by this recall.

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

NielsenKellerman Aust Pty Ltd & specialty rowing shell manufacturers

SUPPLIER

Nielsen Kellerman Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.nkrowing.com.au

DEFECTS

The microphone presents a potential low-voltage electric shock or burn hazard.

HAZARDS

Electric current may be conducted through water or moisture from exposed speaker wiring to the user (coxswain) and cause a low-voltage electric shock or burn from contact with the metal boom of the microphone.

Consumers should cease using the product immediately and return it to to Neielsen Kellerman Australia for a free upgraded replacement.

http://www.nkrowing.com.au

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: LED Tube

BRAND: Sylvania

NAME: Toledo LED Tube

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 0026155 Toledo Tube 2 Feet 10W, 0027001 Toledo tube 2 Feet 10W, 0027002 Toledo Tube 2 Feet 10W, 0026163 Toledo Tube 3 Feet 15W, 0026742 Toledo Tube 4 Feet 20 W, 0027003 Toledo Tube 4 Feet 20W, 0027004 Toledo Tube 4 Feet 20W, 0026187 Toledo Tube 5 Feet 25W.

Batch number/Bar code: 5410288: 261553; 270012; 270029; 261638; 267425; 270036; 270043; 261874

DESCRIPTION: LED tube (10W, 15W, 20W, 25W) with cardboard packaging.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock due to damaged insulation between live parts and accessible metal parts. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 62560.

Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users

EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Floodlight

BRAND: REX LIGHT

NAME: MIRO


Batch number/Bar code: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Floodlight for metal-halide lamp with metal housing.


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

Internal wiring that is not insulated could come loose and cause accessible metal parts to become live. In addition, there is no warning to replace the protective glass in case it breaks: if the product was used without the protective glass, and the bulb exploded, parts of the glowing bulb could ignite flammable materials. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market , Recall of the product from end users

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Rechargeable torch

BRAND: Bright

NAME: Latarka na Akumulatorki LED

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LED-905

Batch number/Barcode: 6939020402058

DESCRIPTION: Handheld, rechargeable torch in a plastic blister pack.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

External parts which provide electrical insulation are not sufficiently resistant to heat.




EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: LED lamp

BRAND: LED Energie

NAME: LED Lamp

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 936724

Batch number/Barcode: 6 430035 360390

DESCRIPTION: LED lamp. DR-3W-GU10, 240V, 50/60Hz.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the creepage distance between live parts and the accessible metallic body of the lamp is inadequate.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60968 and EN 62031.



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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: LED lamp

BRAND: LED Energie

NAME: LED Lamp


Batch number/Barcode: 6 430035 360406

DESCRIPTION: LED lamp. DR-3W-GU10, 240V, 50/60Hz.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the creepage distance between live parts and the accessible metallic body of the lamp is inadequate.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60968 and EN 62031.



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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Travel plug adaptor

BRAND: Ultra Max

NAME: Travel Adaptor

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ADPUMXWOR11


DESCRIPTION: Travel plug adaptor, sold in transparent packaging.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:

· live parts are accessible through the apertures.;

· it has a socket for inserting an earthing pin but there is no provision for an earth connection within the adaptor;

· it does not incorporate a fuse link.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.

Voluntary measures:

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Travel plug adaptor

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Travelers' Plug

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MWU2FR


DESCRIPTION: Travel plug adaptor in plastic and cardboard packaging.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

It is possible for the user to touch live parts.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60884.



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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Step Stool

UNITS: About 84,000

IMPORTER: Tricam Industries Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled products are Easy Reach by Gorilla Ladders 3-Step Pro Series step stools, model number HB3-PRO. The step stools have three plastic steps, a steel tubular frame and a plastic-molded tool holder. The model number is located on the underside of the middle step on a blue label. The label also states that the step stools are rated to support 225 lbs. Recalled step stools have a "J" stamped into the underside of the top step and/or the underside of the tool holder.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD: The top step/standing platform can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Tricam has received five reports of the standing platform breaking, one of which included a report of scrapes and abrasions to a consumer.

Voluntary recall.

EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Gas appliances and components

PRODUCT: Gas barbecue

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: BBQ Grill

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HSQ-B214S, HSQ-B215S, HSQ-B216S


DESCRIPTION: Gas barbecues in stainless steel with 4, 5 or 6 burners and a side burner.


BURNS AND FIRE

The user has to assemble the side burner, gas hoses (including the internal hose) and gas regulator themselves. Furthermore, they have to adjust the primary air for each burner. Since the internal gas hose is of an unknown type, and the gas circuit is not factory-assembled, there is a risk of gas leakage which could lead to burns if the leaking gas is ignited.

The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive.


Ban on the marketing of the product. Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from end users.

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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Gas appliances and components

PRODUCT: Gas barbecue

BRAND: Bearsafe

NAME: Gas BBQ

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HSQ-B214S, HSQ-B215S, HSQ-B216S


DESCRIPTION: Gas barbecues in stainless steel with 4, 5 or 6 burners and a side burner.


BURNS AND FIRE

The consumers have to mount the side burner, gas hoses (including the internal hose) and gas regulator themselves. Furthermore they have to adjust the primary air for each burner. Since the internal gas hose is of an unknown type, and the gas circuit is not factory assembled there is a risk of gas leakage which could lead to burns if the leaking gas is ignited.

The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive.


Ban on the marketing of the product. Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from end users.

AUSTRALIA Iplex Pipelines Australia Pty Ltd—K1 25mm x 20mm BSP Male Adaptor (Part no: FK1522520)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The fittings are used to connect Iplex's 25mm K1 multilayer domestic gas pipe to valves and gas meters.


The individual fittings do not have any specific batch marking.


Tradelink Plumbing Supplies and Swan Plumbing Supplies

SUPPLIER

Iplex Pipelines Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://ww.iplex.com.au

DEFECTS

In some instances the fitting has cracked when crimped to 25mm K1 multilayer gas pipe.

HAZARDS

If the crack is undetected at the time of installation or during subsequent pressure testing, gas leakage may occur.

Consumers and gas fitters who have purchased the fitting from the nominated outlets between 6 March and 3 August 2012 should immediately contact Iplex Pipelines to arrange a replacement of the fitting at no cost to the consumer.

Contact Iplex Pipelines, Grant Murray or Kym Overs telephone 13 18 40 or email [email protected]

http://ww.iplex.com.au

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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA Trio Brothers Trading Pty Ltd—Toy-Like Novelty Lighters

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The toy-like novelty lighters are in the shape of a turtle, santa, duck, handbag, ice-cream cone, snowman, pig, racing car and skateboard.


The toy-like novelty lighters are all identified by barcode 9326227009901.


Various tobacconists and gift stores

SUPPLIER

Trio Brothers Trading Pty Ltd

DEFECTS

The shape of these lighters makes them appealing to children under the age of 5 years. Toy-like novelty lighters are banned for sale under Consumer Protection Notice No.18 of 2011.

HAZARDS

Children may mistake these lighters for toys and suffer serious burns as a result.

Consumers should stop using these lighters and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund of the purchase price. Alternatively they may contact Trio Brothers Trading Pty Ltd by telephone on 07 3440 5000, or by email at www.triotrading.com.au.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Ceramic Beer Tap Handles

UNITS: About 24,000

RETAILER: Taphandles LLC, of Seattle, Wash.

MANUFACTURER: B&C Industries Ltd, of China

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves ceramic beer tap handles sold in 25 custom-made designs. Taphandles Inc. and Made in China are engraved on the gray metal base of the tap handle.


HAZARD: The ceramic beer tap handle can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None

Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Childrens upholstered toddler chairs

UNITS: About 16,850 units

IMPORTER: Trend Lab LLC, of Burnsville, Minn.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled childrens upholstered toddler chairs in Club style and Mod style are 24 wide by 18 tall by 17 deep. The Club style chairs come in three fabrics and colors: 1) suede in brown, pink, avocado green, red and turquoise blue; 2) velour in blue, green, pink and red; and 3) print fabric in chocolate dot on pink or blue. The Mod style chairs come in dark pink or zebra printed velour in chocolate on blue or pink; or on printed fabric of chocolate stripes on pink or blue. The Trend Lab name is on a label attached on the bottom of the chair with date codes TL1007C through TL0812C, which are read as TL two-digit month and two-digit year followed by C. These date codes include 10/07 thru 08/12 or October 2007 thru August 2012 production. All chairs were sold with matching ottomans, which are not part of the recall. New chairs with Remedy 2012 stamped in ink on the bottom side of the chair are not subject to this recall.


HAZARD: Staples in the binding on the back of the chair may come loose, posing a laceration or choking hazard if swallowed.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: JELD-WEN and Reliabilt INTERIOR Bifold Doors

UNITS: About 170,800

MANUFACTURER: JELD-WEN, Inc., of Klamath Falls, Ore.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled molded white panel and flush natural wood grain bifold doors run on upper tracks and lower pivot pins. The lower pivot pin is a metal screw that fits into a white plastic sleeve that is inserted into the bottom edge of the door during the installation process. Only doors with pivot pins that have 12 rectangular indentations in the collar at the end of the sleeve are subject to the recall.

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The lower pivot pin can break causing the door to disengage from the overhead track, posing an impact hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: JELD-WEN is aware of twelve incidents of broken pivot pins causing the bifold doors to disengage from the overhead track, including three incidents involving minor injuries.

Voluntary recall.

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

PRODUCT: kitchen utensils


No picture available.

CHEMICAL migration of primary aromatic amines (1330; 1140; 996 µg/kg - ppb) from kitchen utensils from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: set of kitchen knives 11 cm



CHEMICAL migration of chromium (7,4 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0,2 mg/kg - ppm) from set of kitchen knives 11 cm from China

return to dispatcher

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: dinner plates



CHEMICAL migration of lead (11,98; 11,91; 11,79; 11,99; mg/dm²) from dinner plates from China

destruction

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: plastic salad bowl

MANUFACTURED IN: Hungary


CHEMICAL migration of formaldehyde (22.0; 20.5 mg/kg - ppm) from plastic salad bowl from Hungary

withdrawal from the market

EU/CYPRUS

PRODUCT: glass jar with twist-off metallic cap



CHEMICAL high content of DBP - dibutyl phthalate (3.55 %) and of DEHP - di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (19.20 %) in glass jar with twist-off metallic cap from China

informing recipient(s)

EU/BELGIUM

PRODUCT: cooking spoon

MANUFACTURED IN: France


CHEMICAL migration of primary aromatic amines (0.096; 0.563; 0.460; 0.0246; 0.0238 mg/kg - ppm) from cooking spoon from France

recall from consumers

EU/IRELAND

PRODUCT: melamine plates and bowls



CHEMICAL missing import declaration for melamine plates and bowls from China

destruction

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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Hatsan Striker air rifles

UNITS: About 2,400

IMPORTER: HatsanUSA Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

MANUFACTURER: Hatsan Arms Company, of Turkey

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Hatsan Striker air rifles that shoot pellets. The air rifles are available in three styles: black with a gray forearm grip and gray rear grip; camouflage with a black forearm grip and black rear grip; and, brown hardwood with crosshatching cut into the forearm grip and rear grip. They measure 43 inches in length. The air rifles have a black scope and a front sight and a rear sight. Striker is printed on the top of the guns barrel behind the rear sight. Serial numbers of recalled rifles begin with one of the following sets of numbers: 0511, 0811, 0911, 1011, 0112, 0212, 0312, or 0412. The serial numbers are printed on the air rifles barrel block on the left side just in front of the rear sight.

MANUFACTURED IN: Turkey

HAZARD: The air rifles can fire unexpectedly when closing the action during the cocking process.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received one report of an air rifle that unexpectedly discharged while a consumer closed the action during the cocking process. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Crush Series: Perch, Stoop and Ledge Treestands for hunters

UNITS: About 2,900

MANUFACTURER: Summit Treestands, LLC, of Decatur, Ala.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled hunters' tree stands have the following names and item numbers: Crush Series Perch, number 82069; Crush Series Stoop, number 82070; and Crush Series Ledge number 82071. The tree stands include the main stand platform and seat with a green cinch strap and a tan tree stand hanging strap assembly, which consists of one nylon strap with a hook and an adjustment portion with a metal buckle and a matching nylon tab and a hook. This hanging strap assembly has the recalled item numbers printed on the safety label attached near the buckle.


HAZARD: The tree stand's hanging strap assembly could dislodge from the tree stand or fail to restrain or hold properly on the tree, posing a fall hazard.


Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Tree Stands for Hunters

UNITS: About 14,000

IMPORTER: Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc., of Cumberland, Wis.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled products are Rivers Edge® Big Foot, Lite Foot and Baby Big Foot tree stands. The tree stands are used for bow and rifle hunting. They are made of metal with a dark gray finish and have black nylon straps with white stitching. The seats are camouflage and black and feature a yellow Rivers Edge logo on the top. The snap-hook assembly is used to attach the stand to trees or poles. Recalled models have the date 2012 on the round ID tag located on the crossbar beneath the seat and do not have an orange dot and an X stamped on the snap-hook. The following models are being recalled


HAZARD: The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Rivers Edge has received three reports of incidents of snap-hook assemblies failing; one included minor injuries of bumps, bruises and soreness and one included a broken toe and lacerated hand.

Voluntary recall.

MODEL NAME MODEL NUMBER

Big Foot RE500

Big Foot XL RE501

Lite Foot RE503

Baby Big Foot RE504

Big Foot with Footrest RE506

Big Foot XL with Footrest RE507

Big Foot XL with Fast Sticks RE510

Big Foot XL Lounger RE511

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Bicycle Wheel Rim Tape

UNITS: About 800

IMPORTER: FLO Cycling LLC of Las Vegas

DESCRIPTION: The rim tape is a yellow plastic strip that was provided for free with the purchase of FLO 60, FLO 90 and FLO DISC wheels. The number 700X18 A/V is printed on the tape. The serial number is located either on the wheel rim under the tube or on the outer edge of the disc wheel. The following serial numbers are included in this recall: see below table

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan

HAZARD: The rim tape can fail and break under pressure. When this happens, the inner tube of the bicycle can puncture or burst. This poses a fall hazard to the rider.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received four reports of exploding inner tubes and flat tires. No injuries were reported.

Voluntary recall.

12DA3542 to 12DA3547 12EA2948 12GA0311 to 12GA0320

12DA3550 12EA2953 to 12EA2960 12GA0643 to 12GA0662

12DA3561 to 12DA3565 12EA3179 12GA0664

12DA3582 to 12DA3584 12EA3180 12GA0665

12DA3586 12EA3187 to 12EA3189 12GA0673 to 12GA0675

12EA2770 12FA1972 to 12FA1980 12GA0976 to 12GA1000

12EA2933 to 12EA2940 12FA1982 to 12FA1998 12GA1031 to 12GA1043

12EA2943 12FA2943 12GA1125 to 12GA1130

12EA2944 12FA3028 12GA1134 to 12GA1136

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TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll

BRAND: LIANSHENG

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Bar code: 4026272062214

DESCRIPTION: Doll packed in plastic box.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the doll contains 24.9 % 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, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.

Voluntary measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures


PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: SUR Beauty GIRL SHNE

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 5588


DESCRIPTION: Plastic dolls in a cardboard and plastic box.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the dolls contains 19.2-26.1 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).


Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Colouring pencils

BRAND: Top Action

NAME: Regenbogenstifte-Set [rainbow pencils set]

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. 82049832 and 40141384

Batch number/Bar code: 4010351009832 and 4010351018384

DESCRIPTION: Wooden colouring pencils covered in a painted film with a pattern of swirling colours.


CHEMICAL

The pencils pose a chemical risk because they are coated in a plastic film which contains 0.26-4.57% by weight of Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

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



PRODUCT: Mermaid doll

BRAND: Jafritoys

NAME: Guangda



DESCRIPTION: Plastic mermaid doll with long blond hair and a dress; size approx. 19 cm; packaging is a heat-sealed transparent plastic bag with a coloured label.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 39 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).


Voluntary measures: Destruction of the product

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Child's foldable scooter

BRAND: TriX

NAME: Three Wheels Scooter



DESCRIPTION: Child's foldable scooter with two rear wheels. The front wheel has a hand activated brake mechanism.


INJURIES

Product poses a risk of injuries because: • the diameter of the handle bar ends is not sufficient and a child could fall on the handle bars puncturing abdominal organs; • the user could fall off because there is no rear brake; • there are scissor-like entrapment points.

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

Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users

EU/ NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Airsoft gun

BRAND: GYMA

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: P.388


DESCRIPTION: The product is a plastic spring-powered airsoft gun. It is a single-shot device that uses elastic potential energy stored in a spring to compress air to launch an airsoft pellet (diameter circa 6 mm) down the barrel of the gun. Available in several metallic colours.


INJURIES

The kinetic energy of the bullets is too high. Hence there is a risk of injuries, particularly for sensitive areas such as the face and, above all, the eyes. One accident reported. The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Compulsory measures: Warning consumers of the risks

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EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rubber balls

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Balle en mousse 'SPORT' (Foam ball 'SPORT')

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No. 1292ENF

Batch number/Bar code: 3 700366 600506

DESCRIPTION: Four foam rubber balls in transparent packaging.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk it contains 10% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).


Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market


PRODUCT: Balloons

BRAND: Melloc

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: EAN- Code: 4005772558038

Batch number/Bar code: L1021710 24

DESCRIPTION: 20 red balloons in the shape of hearts.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.163 mg/kg of N-nitrosamines and 1.19 mg/kg nitrosatable substances which are classified as a category 2 carcinogen.

The product does not comply with the national legislation and the Toy Safety Directive.


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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Police toy set

BRAND: REGIO

NAME: Super Police Appliance



DESCRIPTION: Police toy set consisting of a black pistol with marking: "OMEGA; NO.189", a plastic wrist watch, a plastic dog figurine and 3 black plastic projectiles with orange suction cups. Packed in a blister card.


CHEMICAL AND CHOKING

The product poses a chemical risk because the toys contain 17 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 16% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).

The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups can be detached and be swallowed by small children


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



PRODUCT: Police toy set

BRAND: Xin Ye

NAME: Super Police Weapon

NUMBER OF MODEL: 4047


DESCRIPTION: The set consists of a black gun, 3 red projectiles with suction cups, 1 badge, 1 compass, 1 wrist watch, 1 baton, 1 hand grenade. The gun is attached on the cardboard sheet without packaging the other parts of the toy are placed in a transparent blister pack.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the toys contain 25 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 1.3% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).



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PRODUCT: Toy gun with sweets

BRAND: Yummy Toys

NAME: Spy Gear Shooting gun

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 689-7, Lot No. 08/2011


DESCRIPTION: A black toy pistol with 3 black plastic projectiles with orange suction cups and with sweets. No packaging.


CHEMICAL AND CHOKING

The product poses a chemical risk because the toy contains 5.7 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups can be detached and be swallowed by small children.

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 Toys Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.


EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll with accessories

BRAND: Moxie Girl

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. 57179


DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with accessories in a cardboard box.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 26.33 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.19 % by weight of di-butyl phthalate (DBP). The body of the doll contains 1.92% by weight bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and, in addition, 0.6 % by weight di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.



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PRODUCT: Plastic doll

BRAND: Kongsing

NAME: Baby Darling

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 9803-1


DESCRIPTION: Doll sold in cardboard box, wearing a hat and a baby's outfit in blue and pink.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because various parts contain 29.13 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). In addition the product contains 1.15% by weight of di-isonylephthalate (DINP).





PRODUCT: Plastic baby doll

BRAND: Rongdafeng

NAME: Crawling Baby

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 666-3


DESCRIPTION: Plastic baby doll in a cardboard box with the inscription "TOYS Superior".


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 18.93 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.14 % by weight of di-butyl phthalate (DBP).




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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy musical instrument

BRAND: Marek

NAME: Glockenspiel 10-tone

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: M03


DESCRIPTION: Xylophone, packed in transparent plastic.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because various buttons from the sound bars can come loose and may be swallowed by small children.

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




PRODUCT: Toy car

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Funny Car



DESCRIPTION: Toy car in cardboard and plastic box.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts could be detached and swallowed by a child.

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

Voluntary measures:


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EU/ESTONIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy mobile phone

BRAND: Magic Phone

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 29028A


DESCRIPTION: Toy mobile phone made of white and red-coloured plastic and packaged in a cardboard box. By pressing the buttons it plays various sounds.


DAMAGE TO HEARING

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

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

Voluntary measures:



PRODUCT: Plastic doll with accessories

BRAND: Lian Yi

NAME: Lovely Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 2395


DESCRIPTION: The doll kit includes a doll, 1 pink mirror and 1 pink hairbrush. The doll wears a crown and a lacy dress. Packaging: cardboard box with a transparent window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 29 % di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.19% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).




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BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Lovely Mobile Phone



DESCRIPTION: Pink and white plastic, flip-open, children’s mobile phone with pink case. By pressing the buttons it plays four sounds and flashes. It is operated with 3 button cell batteries.


CHEMICAL, CHOKING, DAMAGE TO HEARING

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing due to the high sound level. It poses a chemical and choking risk because the lid of the button cell compartment can be opened easily without using a tool and the button cells thus become accessible for children who can swallow them.






BRAND: Street Music

NAME: Music Cellphone



DESCRIPTION: Black and white plastic, flip-open, children’s mobile phone. By pressing the buttons it plays five sounds. It is operated with 2 button cell batteries. Packaging: cardboard box with transparent window.


CHEMICAL, CHOKING AND DAMAGE TO HEARING

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing due to the high sound level. It poses a chemical and choking risk because the lid of the button cell compartment can be opened easily without using a tool and the button cells thus become accessible for children who can swallow them.




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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Double Dazzler Light Show

UNITS: About 1,700

IMPORTER: Imagine Nation Books, of Louisville, Colo.

MANUFACTURER: Transfar, of Guangdong, China

DESCRIPTION: The recalled product is a silver, plastic, baton-like toy with white plastic tubes at each end that become multi-colored spinning lights when operated. The wand or stick device is 10.5 inches long and has an "on" button in the center hold area. The battery pack is located at the center handhold location. The package states "DOUBLE DAZZLER LIGHT SHOW" and "Color Changing LEDs / Ages 8+ /Batteries Included."


HAZARD: The battery in the toys can overheat and pose a burn hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm is aware of five incidents of overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Voluntary recalls.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Happy Swing II infant swings

UNITS: About 560

IMPORTER: Dream On Me Inc., of South Plainfield, N.J.

DESCRIPTION: The Happy Swing II is a fabric infant swing that comes in red and green with a tray and grab bar attachment. The model/style number included in the recall is 432 which is printed on a label on the frame of the swing. The fabric swing sits on a triangular frame and is battery operated.


HAZARD: The opening between the tray and seat or the grab bar and seat can allow a child’s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children if the belt is not engaged.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Bistro high chairs

UNITS: About 90

IMPORTER: Dream On Me Inc., of South Plainfield, N.J.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves all Bistro high chairs with model/style number "255" which is printed on a tag attached to the back of the seat. The high chair was sold in blue or pink. The fabric on the seat has a polka-dot design and "Dream On Me" is printed on a label attached to the front of the white tray. The recalled high chair was manufactured in July 2011 and has a date code printed on a label on the back of the chair.


HAZARD: The front openings between the tray and seat bottom and on the side openings of the high chair between the armrest and seat bottom can allow a child's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children if the belt is not engaged. In addition, exposed springs between the seat and armrest on both sides of the high chair can create a pinch hazard to the child.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.

Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets

UNITS: About 97,000

MANUFACTURER: Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets. The bassinets have a dark brown wooden headboard and footboard and a cotton bassinet that comes in a variety of colors and patterns. "Eddie Bauer" is printed on a metal plate on the bassinet's footboard. These bassinets have a dial at the base of the footboard that locks and unlocks the rocking motion of the bassinet. Recalled bassinets have the following model numbers: 10632, 10639, 10832, 10835, 10839 and BT021. The model number is located under the mattress, on the top surface of the mattress support board or on the wash and care label.


HAZARD: The bottom locking mechanism can fail to lock properly if a spring is not installed, allowing the bassinet to tip to one side and cause infants to roll to the side of the bassinet. This poses a suffocation hazard to infants.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Dorel has received 17 reports of incidents with the recalled bassinets involving infants primarily younger than three months old. In two of the incidents, infants were reported to have had breathing difficulties after they rolled into the side of their bassinets.

Voluntary recall.

EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment

PRODUCT: Children’s dish

BRAND: EMSA

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MAX/2364050600

Batch number/Barcode: 4500114954, EAN 009049186955

DESCRIPTION: Double-thickness hotplate with matching spoon (yellow/green). Diameter 21 cm.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

BURNS

The seal on the hotplate is not airtight. If the hotplate is overturned, hot water leaks out and the child could get burned by the leaking hot water.

Voluntary measures:


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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Tattoo ink

BRAND: Sunskin INK

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mint Green

Batch number/Bar code: Batch C35/1; Article SC 12/15

DESCRIPTION: Tattoo ink in 15 ml bottle.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.86 mg/kg of cadmium.

According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, cadmium should not be present above 0.2 mg/kg in tattoo ink.

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

EU/ NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Body cream

BRAND: Gigi

NAME: Bikini Soothing Cream


Batch number/Barcode: 9H20B 811

DESCRIPTION: Soothing cream in a plastic tube sold in a cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States

CHEMICAL

This product poses a chemical risk because it contains 2.0% of lidocaine which is a prohibited substance in cosmetics.

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



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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Banana Boat Sun Care Products

UNITS: NA

IMPORTER: Energizer Holdings Inc.

DESCRIPTION: Energizer Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ENR) (St. Louis, MO), announced October 19, 2012 it is initiating a voluntary market withdrawal of the continuous spray Banana Boat sun care products identified in the table below due to a potential risk of product igniting on the skin if contact is made with a source of ignition before the product is completely dry.



HAZARD: The spray valve opening on the affected products dispenses more than is typical in the industry for continuous sun care sprays. If a consumer comes into contact with a flame or spark prior to complete drying of the product on the skin, there is a potential for the product to ignite.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Energizer has received four reports of adverse events involving burns associated with the use of the Banana Boat SPORT Ultramist SPF 30 and 50 products in the US, and one event in Canada.

Consumers who have purchased any of the above listed products are advised not to use them. Consumers with questions or complaints regarding this market withdrawal can contact Energizer by calling Consumer Affairs at 1-800-SAFESUN or by sending an email to: [email protected].

PRODUCT UPC

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Sport 15 Spray 6oz, US 7965600979-8

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Sport SPF 30 Spray 6oz. 2/3 7965600878-4

Banana Boat Sport 30 Bonus Continuous Spray 8oz - US 7965600955-2

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Ultra Defense SPF 30, 6oz 7965604626-7

Banana Boat BONUS 8oz Ultra Defense SPF 30 Ultra Mist 7965600956-9

Banana Boat FAMILY SIZE SPORT 30 Ultra Mist 9.5OZ 7965605167-4

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Sport SPF 50 6oz, 2/3s 7965600933-0

Banana Boat Ultra Defense Ultra Mist SPF 50 6oz. 2/3s 7965604492-8

Ultra Defense 50 Bonus Continuous Spray, 8oz, US 7965604549-9

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Kids SPF 50 Clear 6oz. 2/3 7965604495-9

Banana Boat Sport 50 Bonus Continuous Spray 8oz, US 7965604551-2

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Sport Performance SPF 50+ Spray 9.5oz. 7965605110-0

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Ultra Defense 85 Spray 6oz 7965604654-0

Banana Boat Ultra Mist Sport 85 Spray 6oz, US 7965604665-6

Banana Boat Kids SPF 85 Spray 6oz, US 7965604916-9

Banana Boat BONUS 8oz Ultra Defense SPF 85 Ultra Mist 7965604677-9

Banana Boat BONUS 8oz Sport SPF 85 Ultra Mist 7965604679-3

Banana Boat 6oz Sport SFP30 Spray Twin Pack 79656-05374-6

Banana Boat 6oz Sport SPF50 Spray Twin Pack 79656-05028-8

Banana Boat 6oz Spt30 Ultra Mist 2pk w/Sport Lotion&Lip 79656-05389-0

8oz Banana Boat Sport SPF30 UltraMist w/Sport LipBalm 79656-07951-7

Banana Boat 6OZ SPT 30 UltraMist W/$1 Instant Redeemable Coupon 79656-07975-3

Banana Boat 6oz SPORT SPF50 Ultra Mist 3PK 79656-05464-4

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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Tattoo ink

BRAND: Eternal Ink

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Golden yellow

Batch number/Barcode: Lot 140, batch 010, use-by date 20/05/2014

DESCRIPTION: Tattoo Ink, 30 ml bottle bearing the brand, lot, use-by date, producer and importer details.

Country of origin: United States

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 1.74 mg/kg of cadmium.

According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up', cadmium should not be present in levels above 0.2 mg/kg in tattoo ink.



AUSTRALIA BleachBright—KeepBright Teeth Whitening Pen

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Pen-shaped applicator for teeth whitening


None


Various distributors

SUPPLIER

BleachBright

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.bleachbright.com.au


DEFECTS

The product contains concentrations of carbamide peroxide in excess of the recognised safe limit of 18% w/w, as set by the Poisons Standard 2011, expert clinical advice, and published scientific risk assessments.

HAZARDS

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

Immediately stop using the product and return it for a full fefund or a replacement product. For further information, call 1-800-BLEACH (1-800-253224).

http://www.bleachbright.com.au

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AUSTRALIA ALDI Stores—Almat Laundry Liquid Detergent, 2L

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Almat Laundry Liquid Summer Infusion, 2L Almat Laundry Liquid Tropical Burst, 2L Almat Laundry Liquid Oriental Blossom, 2L


Batches affected have Julian Dates 2046 to 2290. Coding Format on Packaging: Time, Julian Date, Batch Code e.g. 15:11 2290 (B) XXXXX Coding can be located at the back of the bottle.


ALDI stores

SUPPLIER

Jalco Household and Fabric Care Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.jalco.com.au

DEFECTS

Bacterial contamination.

HAZARDS

There is a low risk of skin irritation for a small percentage of susceptible consumers.

Consumers should stop using the product. Consumers are asked to return the product to their nearest ALDI store for a full refund or replacement.

http://www.jalco.com.au

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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Boys' outfits

BRAND: GRACE

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. MT-1333 2. MT-8163


DESCRIPTION: 1. Boys' outfit consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood, and zip-fastener. The waistband of the trousers has a drawstring that is attached at one point. The drawstring has knotted ends. The product is decorated with an inscription: „JOCK”. Size: 140,146,152, 158,164, 2, 2. Boys' outfit consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood, and zip-fastener. The waistband of the trousers has an unattached drawstring with knots on the ends. The product is decorated with an inscription: „Fantasy Series”. Size: 146, 152


INJURIES

The products pose a risk of injuries because of the presence of drawstrings in the waist area. The products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.



PRODUCT: Children’s outfit

BRAND: Sun & Rise

NAME: Unknown

Number of model: T26


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood, kangaroo pockets and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt has a drawstring with plastic toggles at the ends. The product is decorated with an embroidered inscription: “SWEET”.

Size: 92


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of a drawstring with toggles on the ends in the hood area.



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PRODUCT: Girls' bikini

BRAND: Sun Beach

NAME: Unknown

Number of model: Gy-21


DESCRIPTION: Bikini decorated with palm trees, dolphins and inscriptions: "Princess Island". The top can be adjusted and tied with two separated functional cords that have knotted ends in the neck area and on the back. The product is available in purple and green colours. Size: 116, 122, 128

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hungary

INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

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.



EU/IRELAND CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Pyjama suit

BRAND: St. Bernard

NAME: Baby Pink, Blue/Red, Aqua and Navy.

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Style number 7318340


DESCRIPTION: Babies' pyjama suit in different colours.

Size: from 6-12 months up to 4-5 years.


CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking because they contain small parts (the button closure) that can be easily detached and swallowed by small children.

The products do not comply with the relevant national standard.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Fleece Hoodie and T-Shirt Sets

UNITS: About 6,200

MANUFACTURER: Children's Apparel Network, Ltd. of New York, N.Y.

Description: The recalled product is a two-piece coordinated set with fleece hoodie and t-shirt. They were sold in red/white, gray/red, and black/blue color combinations and in assorted sizes from 12M to 5T. The hoodies have Disney character designs in three different styles. "RN 16435" and the following identification number, corresponding to the style, are printed on the label along the hoodie's side seam:

MANUFACTURED IN: Pakistan

HAZARD: The surface coating on the zipper of the fleece hoodie and t-shirt sets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.


Voluntary recall.

EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children's clothing set

BRAND: Energy

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: School C048


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of 2 pieces - a pair of trousers and a sweatshirt - intended for children up to 8 years old. The sweatshirt has a hood which is designed with a cord. It is fastened with a zip placed in the middle.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Syrian Arab Republic

INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

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




STYLE DESCRIPTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

Red Fleece Hoodie with Snow White DP4253B

Grey Fleece Hoodie with Mickey Mouse J4821

Blue Fleece Hoodie with Cars J4820-A

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' shorts

BRAND: Flame

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

T145/120420/122 RW

Barcode: 5048502 3604001

DESCRIPTION: A red and orange pair of shorts with a dark brown plaited belt.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the red/orange polyester pocket lining contains azo dyes 4-aminoazobenzene in a concentration of 363/344 mg/kg. This exceeds the limit of 30 mg/kg.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users.

EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children's clothing

BRAND: Bordo

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Y-2012


DESCRIPTION: Girls’ overall shorts for children up to 14 years, with an unsecured decorative cord with free ends in the waist area with a length of about 25 cm each. Shoulder ties with a width of 3-4 cm of loose ends for tying the shoulders to join the front and back of the garment.

There is an inscription on the front: "Flowers GIRLS HAPPY GO TO IT CJRCUS"; colours white, purple or grey.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords that have free ends in the waist and shoulder area.




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AUSTRALIA Best and Less Pty Ltd—Kidstuff Baby Boys' 3-Piece Set

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Baby boys' woven and knitted 3-piece outerwear set. The set is comprised of a T-shirt, shorts and an over-shirt.


SKU 2080 71


Best and Less Stores

SUPPLIER

Best and Less Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://bestandless.com.au


DEFECTS

The over-shirt buttons have a branded rim that may detach during use.

HAZARDS

If the outer branded rim detaches, the removable part may pose an ingestion hazard.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the nearest Best and Less store for a full refund.

http://bestandless.com.au

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PRODUCT: Girls’ shoes

BRAND: TONGXIE

NAME: MEIJIALONG



DESCRIPTION: Girls’ black shoes with a leather band tied as a ribbon with metal toggles. Intended for children up to 3 years of age. Packed in cardboard box.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and swallowed by small children



PRODUCT: Girls’ shoes

BRAND: SWZING

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item B 2515-1


DESCRIPTION: Girls’ black shoes with rhinestones on the upper. Intended for children up to 3 years of age. Packed in cardboard box.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and swallowed by small children


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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Jewellery

PRODUCT: Earrings

BRAND: Seppälä

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

1. Item number in invoice is 129790 B-SP 2. Item number in invoice is 129790 ASP


DESCRIPTION:

1. A pair of hanging silver/metallic earrings with a metallic animal head figure and a black feather for decoration. Attached to a pink plastic label.

2. A pair of hanging silver/metallic earrings with a metallic animal head figure and a black and white feather for decoration. Attached to a pink plastic label.


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because the metal material of each product contains cadmium, exceeding the limit of 0.01%. The quantity of cadmium by weight is:

1. Metal material of animal head figure contains cadmium 31 %.

2. Metal material of animal head figure contains cadmium 29 %.

The products do not comply with the REACH Regulation.


Import rejected at border.

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FOR ENQUIRIES

[email protected] www.sgs.com/regulatorycompliance

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://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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