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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16– 31 JANUARY 2011

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 36

SOFTLINES Pages 37 to 38

Electrical appliances (4)

Lighting Equipments (4)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)

Toys (25)

Juvenile Items (5)

Premiums (0)

Children articles (4) - See ‘SOFTLINES’

Home Furnishing & Houseware (24)

Home Improvement & DIY (1)

Personal & Home Care Items (2)

Sport & Leisure Goods (2)

PPE (1)

Miscellaneous (0)

Wearing Apparels (4)

Home Textiles (0)

Footwear, Bags and Accessories (0)

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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/LUXEMBOURG

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances

PRODUCT: Electric shaver "Target Shaver"

BRAND: Target

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RSCW-7700 EAN 6 945378 800248

DESCRIPTION: Electric rechargeable shaver

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because live parts of the two-pole plug are easily accessible.

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

Sales ban ordered by the authorities.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Poulan Pro Generators

UNITS: About 600

MANUFACTURER: Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves gas-powered Poulan Pro Generators designed for residential use. Models included in the recall are: PP4300, PP6600, PP6600E and PP7600E, all serial numbers. The generator's model number can be found on the front of the fuel tank on the Serial Number Plate. The generators are black and marigold color, measure 21.5" H x 26.6" L x 21.3" range from 4.4 to 7.6 KW with two handles and two wheels.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD

The carburetor can fail allowing gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall

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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT

NESCO American Harvest Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator

UNITS: About 4,800

MANUFACTURER: The Metal Ware Corporation, of Two Rivers, Wisc.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled product includes a base with stackable trays to place food. The top of the unit houses the electronic control module. Model number FD-1020 and production date codes: 09E 0610; 09E 0624; and 09E 0903 are molded into the underside of the dehydrator's electronic control module.


HAZARD

A defective capacitor in the electronic control module can overheat, posing a smoke and fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

NESCO received three reports of overheating resulting in smoke or fire. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall

AUSTRALIA Dick Smith Electronics Pty Ltd—DSE Brand 7 Inch Portable DVD Player

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

DSE brand 7 inch portable DVD player

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Model G7152 (black) Model G7153 (white)

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Dick Smith Electronics / Powerhouse / Tandy stores and authorised dealers in Australia and New Zealand

SUPPLIER

Dick Smith Electronics (Woolworths Limited)

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.dicksmith.com.au

No picture available.

HAZARDS

Overheating batteries are a potential fire hazard.

DEFECTS

In rare cases the internal lithium-ion rechargeable battery may overheat.

CONSUMERS ACTION

Customers are asked to immediately stop using the product and return it to your nearest Dick Smith Electronics Store for a replacement or full refund.

http://www.dicksmith.com.au

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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LUXEMBOURG

CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Decorative table lamp "Electric Aquarium"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 088

DESCRIPTION: Decorative table lamp in the form of an aquarium.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:

-the cable entry is unsmooth; - the internal wires are not adequately attached to the terminals; - the lamp holder is not securely fixed; - the supply cord used is not sufficient; - there is no cord anchorage; - live parts are easily accessible during lamp replacement.

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


EU/LUXEMBOURG

CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Portable lamp "Mini LED Emergency Light"

BRAND: AI XIN

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AX 509 (Ref: B070-1) EAN 8 300805 080705

DESCRIPTION: Portable lamp shaped as a dog with 2 LED lamps. The lamp has an internal rechargeable battery which can be charged by plugging the lamp into a 230V AC mains socket. May also be used as a nightlight.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:

- the internal wires are not adequately attached to the terminals; - the two pins of the plug are not securely attached; - it is shaped as a dog and may thus be treated as being child appealing; - live parts are easily accessible.



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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Electric table lamp

BRAND: KDE

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 07PIN01 Barcode: 8435147704542

DESCRIPTION: Portable electric table lamp for children in the shape of a ladybird, colour: red and black with white wiring. The product is packaged in transparent plastic.


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

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

- the lamp is supplied without a transformer; - the base of the lamp is not sufficiently heat resistant.


Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: LED Lamps

UNITS: About 42,000

MANUFACTURER: Eco-Story, of Portland, Maine

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves the LED 12-volt lamps with UL number E316865. The UL number is found on a label located at the base of each lamp.


HAZARD

When used without a Class II transformer, the lamp can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The company has received two reports of overheated lamps. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall

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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances

PRODUCT: Mains wall socket outlet "Base 2 Polos"

BRAND: Vidal

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Mod. 0215906 Barcode: 28432583159060

DESCRIPTION: Mains wall socket outlet, colour: white, two pins. The product comes in a transparent plastic bag sealed with a cardboard label.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the earthing contacts do not function properly.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard UNE 20315.

Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Beach ball set

BRAND: BMFO

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1523588 Barcode 8712715695960

DESCRIPTION: Set of 3 balls (Red, yellow and green ball


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 16.2 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

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

Voluntary stop of sales.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy wooden train

BRAND: None


DESCRIPTION: Wooden train, consisting of a locomotive and four carriages, each about 65 mm long. It is made of plain varnished wood with wheels painted red. The carriages contain building blocks of various shapes (cylinders, oblongs, cubes and triangles).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Austria

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the cylindrical building blocks fit into the small-parts cylinder and could be swallowed by children. In addition the axles to which the wheels are attached can break and the detached wheels also fit into the small-parts cylinder.

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

Voluntary withdrawal from the market. Sales ban order by the authorities.

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Finger puppets "Finger Puppet Show"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 138314 Barcode: 4038967383146 No 7136

DESCRIPTION: 5 finger puppets (wolf, cockerel, caterpillar, frog and hare) with the head made of soft plastic and the body of various textiles.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the grey shiny textile used in the wolf puppet contains azo dyes releasing 4 aminoazobenzene in a concentration of 96 mg/kg.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer and destruction of product.

EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Wooden rocking-horse

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Reference: 102683185 cerf (deer) 74H 29,5B 70,5L

DESCRIPTION: Wooden deer rocking-horse, brown varnish.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Belarus

CHOKING AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of:

- choking, due to ingestion or inhalation of small detachable parts (splinters and slivers of wood following drop test),

- injuries, because of the possibility of perforation with the unprotected wood of the deer, including at eye level.



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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic strands - Scoubidou

BRAND: Totum 2m

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 090163 Barcode 8 714274090163

DESCRIPTION: Coloured plastic strings, extra thick, 2 meters long. The article is packed in a transparent bag closed by a cardboard label carrying various statements in several languages.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Netherlands

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 30% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).


Seizure, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.


PRODUCT: Plastic strands - Scoubidou "Filofun"

BRAND: Totum 2m

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 090170 Barcode 8 714274090170

DESCRIPTION: Coloured plastic strings. The article is packed in a transparent bag closed by a cardboard label carrying various statements in several languages.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Netherlands

CHEMICAL




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HARDLINES: TOY

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PRODUCT: Plastic strands - Scoubidou "Fashion strings"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8 008855022729

DESCRIPTION: Coloured plastic strings. The article is packed in a transparent bag closed by a cardboard label carrying various statements in several languages.


CHEMICAL




EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy mobile phone "Girls Dazzle"

BRAND: Princess

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No 64.1223; bar code 8713219222768

DESCRIPTION: Toy mobile telephone in various colours with exchangeable flip-up display; screw-secured battery compartment for 3 button batteries (1.5 V) on the rear side. Pressing the keys produces a range of noises.


DAMAGE TO HEARING

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound pressure level is too high (measured level, 96.4 ± 1.5dB).


Voluntary withdrawal from the market.

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY



PRODUCT: Rubber duck "Devil Duckie"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Barcode 2100011000407

DESCRIPTION: Red synthetic rubber duck with black horns

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the squeaking element can easily come loose. This small component can be grasped with the teeth and it is therefore possible for it to become detached during play and swallowed.


Voluntary recall from consumers.

EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic soap bubble gun "Bubble Gun"

BRAND: Fantasy Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch 07/10 Bar code: 8436031756241

DESCRIPTION: Plastic gun with a device for producing bubbles. Includes a plastic container with a lid containing liquid and a label printed with the following: "Bubble Duck, Made in China". The packaging is a card backed, clear plastic blister through which the product can be seen. Attached to this with a plastic cord is a label bearing, among other things, the following texts: "Fantasy Toys, Bubble Gun, net weight 5 g. Made in China. Best before 07/2015", a detailed list of ingredients and the symbol denoting the hazard associated with small parts.


MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because of the presence of aerobic mesophilic microorganisms in the liquid used for the soap bubbles (3.6 x 105 microorganisms/ml).


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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/SLOVENIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Magnetic fishing game "Fish Forelli"

BRAND: Bino

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 86044; EAN 4019359860445

DESCRIPTION: Magnetic fishing game.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the magnets can be detached and have a high magnetic flux index. The magnets could cause an intestinal blockage if two or more of them were swallowed by a child.



EU/ROMANIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Police set "SET POWER POLICE WINS"

BRAND: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: A cardboard box containing six black and red pistols of various sizes that shoot arrows with red suction cups.


CHOKING AND DAMAGE TO SIGHT

The product poses a risk of: - choking , because the suction cups can be easily detached and put in the mouth of a child, - damage to sight, because projectiles fired without the suction cup can cause injuries to the face, in particular to the eye.


One accident reported.

Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.

EU/SLOVENIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Carnival king costume

BRAND: Andrea Moden

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Saison: Andrea Moden 329/104, EAN 4004664329107

DESCRIPTION: Red and gold carnival king costume with golden crown.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the buttons can be easily detached and swallowed.


Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor.

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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Mask "Happy Halloween Mask"

BRAND: Henbrant Limited

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Bar Code – 5 026619 071427

DESCRIPTION: Halloween mask with hood and flashing eyes


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 23.3% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).



EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Mask "Horror Mask"

BRAND: Woolbro

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Bar Code –

5019702802312Description: Plastic Halloween mask, pale orange skin, white teeth.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the plasticized material forming the mask contains more than 48.9% by weight of di-"isononyl" phthalate (DINP).

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


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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soft toy - Elk

BRAND: Blue Bear Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JM60040A/60040 ; EAN4015679500467

DESCRIPTION: Soft toy: brown plush elk


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the puller of the zipper can be easily detached and could be swallowed by a child.


Voluntary corrective action.


PRODUCT: Walking dog "Cute Puppy"

BRAND: Jamina

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Walking and barking toy dog made of hard plastic covered with soft white and light brown fur. The dog has button eyes, a nose made of black plastic and a red and white collar-band around the neck with a plastic buckle comprised of a ring with a central crossbar (the buckle is attached by sliding it onto the band, and then folding the end of the band back over and securing it with a rivet). Battery-operated (compartment for 2 AA batteries on underside; cover secured by screws). Length: approx: 15 cm; Height: approx: 20 cm.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: CHINA

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts that can be easily detached and swallowed.



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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Markers "Colors"

BRAND: Tenfon

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.: 6968, barcode: 9 912176 968180

DESCRIPTION: Set of 18 large, water-based colour markers in PVC packaging (approx. dimensions: marker: 1.3cm Ø x 14cm, packaging: 28cm x 15cm x 1.7cm). Each marker bears the indication: Dergberg, 6968, CE. In the packaging there is a blue card with the picture of two elephants and the indications: 18 colors water pens, Water Base, Non toxic, Safety caps, Made in China, the CE mark, safety.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains ethylene glycol.



EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Markers "The Spectacular Spider-man"

BRAND: Marvel - Spider man

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No.: 37-50681, barcode: 5 204549 016446

DESCRIPTION: Set of 24 thin, coloured markers in PVC packaging (approx. dimensions: marker: 0.8cm Ø x 14cm, packaging: 25.5cm x 17cm x 1.1cm). Each marker bears the picture of Spiderman. On the packaging there is also a picture of Spiderman, the CE mark, the age restriction pictogram (Not for children under 3 years), safety instructions and information about the importer in Greece, Cyprus and Bulgaria.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it is classified as Xn (harmful). According to Standard EN 71-9, “toys shall not contain accessible liquids (liquids in or on a toy or accompanying a toy to which the child is likely to become exposed during normal or foreseeable use of the toy e.g. ink in pens) classified in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC as harmful”. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.


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HARDLINES: TOY

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soft toy - Elk with saxophone

BRAND: Blue Bear Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JM90122/894; EAN4015679008949

DESCRIPTION: Soft toy: brown plush elk with saxophone


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because a part of the saxophone can be easily detached and could be swallowed by a child.



EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rocking Giraffe

BRAND: HM Studio Hracky

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: EAN 8595146104665

DESCRIPTION: Wooden rocking giraffe, tightly stuffed plush toy.


INJURIES

The product poses a serious risk of injuries as the neck of the giraffe is flexible and with the weight of a child its centre of gravity could be moved outside the base range causing the child to tumble over the head of the giraffe.The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Recall of market ordered by the authorities.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: 1) Plush bear 2) Plush dog

BRAND: Spen

Type/number of model: 1) Item 9161 in invoice 2) Item 9162 in invoice

DESCRIPTION: 1) A white plush bear with brown nose tip and black plastic eyes. Height approx. 32 cm. A white bow tie around the neck. 2) A black and white plush dog (“husky”) with black plastic nose tip and blue and black plastic eyes. Height approx. 17 cm.


CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking because the eyes can be easily detached and swallowed.

The products do not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Import rejected by the customs authorities.

EU/NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Wooden puzzle "Houten dierenpuzzel"

BRAND: CEBA

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: EAN 8717278772202 Art.nr. 373032

DESCRIPTION: Wooden puzzle decorated with farm animals.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the horse shaped piece of the puzzle can be easily broken and swallowed.


Voluntary stop of sales, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Remote-controlled toy tanks

UNITS: About 67,000

RETAILER: Family Dollar Stores Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

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

DESCRIPTION: This recalled product is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a remote-controlled green toy tank attached by a cable to a grey battery-powered controller. The controller requires three AAA batteries to power the tank to move forward and backward and the tank turret to rotate and shoot projectiles. The controller is marked "Target Practice Tank Play Set."


HAZARD

The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Family Dollar has received five reports of the controllers overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Butterfly Push Toy

UNITS: About 1,440

DISTRIBUTOR: Kang Sheng Group, of Lexington, N.C.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled toy is plastic. It has a 21-inch long handle hooked like a cane. At the end of the handle is a butterfly with two movable 1 1/2-inch balls in each wing. The toy comes in various colors and makes noise when it moves. The item number L185819 is on a sticker on the package.

MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong

HAZARD

The plastic balls on the butterfly's wings can break, causing small metal balls inside to come free. These metal balls pose choking and aspiration hazards to young children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None

Voluntary recall

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HARDLINES: JUVENILE ITEMS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


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

PRODUCT: Soother holder –teddy bear "My baby – Baby clip"

BRAND: Bino

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 86514 EAN 4019359865143

DESCRIPTION: Wooden soother holder with a number of coloured beads and a teddy bear. The soother holder is also considered to have a play value - so it has a double function, as a soother holder and a toy.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the wooden orange sphere present on the supplementary component can be easily detached and swallowed.

The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standards EN12586 and EN 71.

Voluntary recall from consumers by the distributor with the assistance of the authority.

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

PRODUCT: Pram

BRAND: Emjot

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Treeco

DESCRIPTION: Combined pram, child car seat and pushchair, with four inflatable wheels, the front ones revolving and the rear ones with braking devices. Equipped with handbag, basket, foot muff, mosquito net, rain cover and adaptor for fixing a child car seat.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

INJURIES AND CHOKING

The product poses a risk of injuries because it has openings accessible for a child which can cause entrapment of fingers.

In addition, there are small detachable parts which are accessible to the child and which can pose a risk of choking.

This product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1888

Voluntary stop of sales

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Rosebud drop-side cribs

UNITS: About 300

MANUFACTURER: Status Furniture, of Quebec, Canada (out of business)

DISTRIBUTOR/RETAILER: The Land of Nod, of Northbrook, Ill.

DESCRIPTION: This recall includes “Rosebud” cribs manufactured by Status Furniture. The cribs are white or antique white and have plastic drop-side hardware. “Status Furniture” appears on crib labeling on the lower portion of the headboard. Model number “910” appears on the assembly instructions.

MANUFACTURED IN: Canada

HAZARD

The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures can also occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

CPSC and The Land of Nod have received 13 reports involving drop-side hardware that has malfunctioned or failed. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Jogging Strollers

UNITS: About 22,000 in the United States and 7,200 in Canada

IMPORTER: phil&teds USA Inc., of Fort Collins, CO

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves sport v2 and classic v1 model single-seat jogging strollers. The three-wheel strollers have a metal frame, cloth seat and a canopy. The sport v2 model stroller was sold in red, orange, green, black, charcoal, navy and in graffiti print. Sport v2 serial numbers included in the recall are 0308/0001 to 0510/0840. The classic v1 model strollers were only sold in red. Serial numbers for the classic v1 are 0308/0001 to 0510/0906. The first four digits of the serial number is a month/year date code and the last four digits are for the individual stroller. Serial numbers are printed on the inside of the folding hinge. The phil&teds logo is located on the crotch piece of the harness on both models.


HAZARD

When folding and unfolding the stroller, a consumer's finger can become caught in the hinge mechanism, posing amputation and laceration hazards.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

phil&teds has received three reports of incidents resulting in injuries to the adult users including a finger tip amputation and two reports of lacerations.

Voluntary recall

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AUSTRALIA Phil & Ted's—Sport v2 Stroller and Classic v1 Stroller

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Sport v2 and Classic v1 models are 3 wheel strollers with a black powder coated steel frame and a fabric seat, basket and hood.


Serial number range 0308/0001 through to 0510/0906


The strollers are sold by specialty juvenile goods retail outlets and by on-line retailers.

SUPPLIER

Phil & Ted's

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.philandteds.com

HAZARDS

Potential injury (to adult users) such as laceration to the fingers when caught in the stroller hinge while unfolding the stroller.

DEFECTS

Worldwide there have been 9 reported incidents of users trapping a finger in the hinge whilst folding a stroller.

CONSUMERS ACTION

Consumers should continue to use the stroller but should contact Phil & Ted's via the website or the appropriate retailer and obtain a self fit hinge cover kit.

http://www.philandteds.com

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HARDLINES: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT: Incense sticks

BRAND: "Lord Buddha" Darshan Exports


DESCRIPTION: The articles are packaged in a rectangular cardboard box which is light and dark blue in colour with images of Buddha. The box also bears the brand name, the barcode and the words "DARSHAN Exports".

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the incense sticks release 72,7 µg/m³ of benzene during combustion and 74,3 µg/m³ of benzene after combustion.

Furthermore, the product releases also 18,4 µg/m³ of toluene during combustion and 19 µg/m³ toluene after combustion.

As the product is intended for use in closed environments and not to be dispersed by ventilation, the values for benzene and toluene are to be considered harmful to health.

Import rejected by the customs authorities.

EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Gas appliances

PRODUCT: Infrared gas heater "Gasovn, Infrarød"

BRAND: Electric House

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 79673 (LP601) Model 79657 (LP701)

DESCRIPTION: Infrared gas heater

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

BURNS, FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of burns because the gas hose is very difficult to mount correctly and can loosen releasing gas which could cause an explosion.

The product also poses a risk of electric shock because it is possible to touch live parts whilst replacing the gas cylinder.

The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive and the relevant European standard EN60335.

Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.

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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Lighters

PRODUCT: Electronic lighter

BRAND: WINNER

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art: E-10S, barcode: 5 202324 109352

DESCRIPTION: Electronic plastic lighter with frosted transparent tank in green or yellow colour with black top and base (approx. dimensions: 8x2.5x1.1cm). The lighter has an LED light in the base that is operated with three “button type” batteries and is activated by pushing a small black button on the side of the lighter. The products are packed in a light green and light blue cardboard box (50 items) with instructions for use and warnings in 20 languages (approx. dimensions: 13.5x12.7x8.5 cm).


FIRE AND BURNS

The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it does not have a child-resistant mechanism.

According to Commission Decision 2006/502/EC, Member States shall ensure that only lighters which are child-resistant are placed on the market.

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

EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Lighters

PRODUCT: Refillable lighter

BRAND: BENTO

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Type: COLLI 50

Description: Refillable, electronic plastic lighter in cylindrical shape, with a transparent tank in green or red colour and a silver top and base (approx. dimensions: diameter 2.2 cm, height 7 cm). The products are packed in a purple cardboard box (25 items), with a picture of a girl holding a cigarette and instructions for use and warnings in Bulgarian, English and Italian (approx. dimensions: 12.5x12.5x7 cm).


FIRE AND BURNS

The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it does not have a child-resistant mechanism.

According to Commission Decision 2006/502/EC, Member States shall ensure that only lighters which are child-resistant are placed on the market.

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

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EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Machinery

PRODUCT: Lawnmower

BRAND: Viking

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MB 655.0 KS 6375-011-3450 MB 650.0 KS 6360-011-3461 MB 650.0 VS 6360-011-3451 MB 755.1 KS 6375-011-3491 MB 755.0 KS 6375-011-3490 MB 655.1 VS 6375-011-3426 MB 655.0 GS 6375-011-3441 MB 750.1 KS 6360-011-3495 MB 655.1 GS 6375-011-3441 MB 655.0 OS 6375-011-3425 MB 650.0 OS 6360-011-3425

DESCRIPTION: Lawnmower with petrol engine and blade brake clutch (BBC)

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Austria

CUTS

The product poses a risk of injuries because there is a possibility that the blades can crack. If a piece of the blade breaks off completely it could, in extreme cases, be thrown out and cause cuts to the lower limbs of the user.

Throughout the EU three accidents were reported in 2009 and two in 2010. Broken pieces caused cuts and lacerations to the lower limbs.

The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 836.

Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.

AUSTRALIA Husqvarna Australia Pty Ltd—Lawn Tractor Models LTH2142D, YTH2242TDF & YTH2648TDF

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Husqvarna lawn tractors fitted with K46CR Tuff Torq transmissions on models LTH2142D, YTH2242TDF & YTH2648TDF


Serial numbers from 050110A00001 up to and including 123110A99999. Photographs of where the serial number is located are available via the “Important Tractor Safety Notice" link on the Husqvarna home page.


Various dealerships

SUPPLIER

Husqvarna Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.husqvarna.com.au


HAZARDS

Possible loss of braking ability.

DEFECTS

In some circumstances, the Tuff Torq transmission fitted to the above models may experience an intermittent drive failure, which may cause a loss of braking ability.

CONSUMERS ACTION

Customers must cease using these lawn tractors immediately and contact their authorised Husqvarna specialist servicing agent for information about the choice of options available to remedy this safety issue. For additional

http://www.husqvarna.com.au

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AUSTRALIA Dusk Australasia Pty Ltd—Frederick MoodFlame Ethanol-Burning Fireplace

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Portable indoor ethanol-burning fireplace made from glass and stainless steel


Barcode: 9341279023798 Stock number: 5674


Dusk Australasia

SUPPLIER

Dusk Australasia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://dusk.com.au

HAZARDS

If the drawer buckles during use, the user may accidentally slam the draw shut in an attempt to extinguish the flame, causing the fuel to spill and creating a risk of fire.

DEFECTS

In some instances the steel drawer may buckle out of shape during use, preventing it from being closed properly to extinguish the flame.

CONSUMERS ACTION

Cease using the product immediately and return it to the nearest Dusk store for a FULL REFUND or for an alternative MoodFlame model.

AUSTRALIA iKEA—RUND Handmade Glass Mug

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

RUND mug is a handmade double-walled clear glass mug.


#001-635-15 RUND glass mug 4cl clear glass 2-pack AP JP #301-635-14 RUND glass mug, 40cl clear glass 2-pack AP JP Identifying marks (IKEA details, 8 digit article number, 5-digit supplier number and 4-digit date stamp - YYWW) are present on the packaging only. There are no identifying marks on the glass mugs. The product was sold at IKEA stores between October 2009 and March 2010.


IKEA stores in NSW, VIC and QLD

SUPPLIER: IKEA

HAZARDS

The glass may break during use and create a risk of laceration injury.

DEFECTS

Variations in glass thickness.

CONSUMERS ACTION

IKEA asks customers who have a RUND glass mug to immediately stop using the mug and bring it back to any IKEA store for full refund.

http://dusk.com.au

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AUSTRALIA Dusk Australasia Pty Ltd—Holly Tealight Holders

PRODUCT INFORMATION

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Brown metal stem, green leaves, red beads and red tealight cups


PLU's 6109, 6111, 6112, 6113, 6115, 6137

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Traders who sold this product

Dusk outlet stores nationwide

SUPPLIER

Dusk Australasia

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://dusk.com.au

HAZARDS

If the candle flame comes into contact with one of the decorative leaves or beads, the holder may catch alight.

DEFECTS

The items fail to comply with the requirements of the interim ban on flammable candle holders. Additionally, in some instances the leaves and beads are postioned incorrectly and may catch fire.

CONSUMERS ACTION

Customers should return the product to their nearest Dusk store for a full refund or exchange.

http://dusk.com.au

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Frontgate Closet Ladders

UNITS: About 38,000

DISTRIBUTOR: Dillon Davis, of South San Francisco, Calif.

RETAILER: Cinmar LLC dba Frontgate of West Chester, Ohio

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Frontgate foldaway closet two- and three-step ladders. The ladders are made of mahogany wood and designed for use in walk-in closets. Catalog item numbers included in the recall are 11998 for the two-step and 11675, 11975, 30269, 37935 and 40645 for the three-step ladder.

MANUFACTURED IN: Indonesia

HAZARD

The ladders can unexpectedly break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Cinmar has received about 860 reports of the ladders breaking, including 28 reports of injuries such as bruises and lacerations to the knees, shins, ankles and feet.

Voluntary recall

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: RUND clear glass mugs

UNITS: About 13,000 (an additional 115,000 were sold outside the U.S., including 3,000 in Canada)

DISTRIBUTOR: IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves RUND clear glass mugs sold in sizes 4cl, 21cl and 40cl. The mug is handmade of double-walled glass. "Hand Made Quality" is printed on a small transparent sticker on the side of the mug. Article numbers and supplier numbers listed below are located on the package. All sizes were sold in 2-packs. Article and supplier numbers included in the recall are:


HAZARD

The inner walls of the double-walled glasses can break during use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

IKEA has received one report of a laceration injury requiring medical attention. Eleven additional incidents have been reported outside of the U.S., resulting in four reports of injuries.

Voluntary recall

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Cachet Swivel Chairs

UNITS: About 165,000

MANUFACTURER: Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves all Steelcase Cachet swivel chairs with model number 487 manufactured between May 2002 and October 15, 2009. The chairs have a plastic slotted seat and back design and some were sold with back and seat cushions. The model number and manufacture date are printed on a label on the underside of the base of the chair.

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD

The front seat support part of the chair can crack and fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received one report of a chair support failure resulting in a back injury.

Voluntary recall

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EU/SLOVENIA

PRODUCT: plastic tube for raw milk vending machines

MANUFACTURED IN: Italy


CHEMICAL

High content of DEHP - di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (37.3; 35.6 %) in plastic tube for raw milk vending machines from Italy

withdrawal from the market

EU/FRANCE

PRODUCT: kitchen utensil sets



CHEMICAL

migration of primary aromatic amines (0.16 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen utensil sets from China, via Hong Kong and via Belgium

Recall from consumers

EU/SLOVENIA

PRODUCT: plastic tube for raw milk vending machines

MANUFACTURED IN: Italy


CHEMICAL

high content of DEHP - di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (37.3; 35.6 %) in plastic tube for raw milk vending machines from Italy


EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: set of 5 melamine bowls with plastic lids



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (at 40°C: 494 mg/kg - ppm) from set of 5 melamine bowls with plastic lids from China


EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: plastic mugs

MANUFACTURED IN: Greece


CHEMICAL

migration of 2-methyl-4-(methylthio)-2-morpholinopropiophenone (54 µg/kg - ppb) and of 2.4-diethyl thioxanthone (DETX) (91 µg/kg - ppb) from plastic mugs from Greece


EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: melamine bowls



CHEMICAL

too high level of total migration (275.5 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine bowls from China


EU/FINLAND

PRODUCT: oil and vinegar glass jars



CHEMICAL

migration of DEHP - di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (23 %) from oil and vinegar glass jars from China

product (to be) detained

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

PRODUCT: melamine bowl



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (4.8 mg/dm²) from melamine bowl from China


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EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: stainless steel knives



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (0.4 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel knives from China

product (to be) redispatched or destroyed

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: steel multifunction pocketknife



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (0.1; 1.8; 1.3; 0.1; 3.4; 1.3 mg/kg - ppm) and of nickel (02; 0.2; 1.2 mg/kg - ppm) from steel multifunction pocketknife from China

product (to be) redispatched or destroyed

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

PRODUCT: nylon draining spoon

MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong


CHEMICAL

migration of primary aromatic amines (27.3 µg/dm²) from nylon draining spoon from Hong Kong


EU/UNITED KINGDOM

PRODUCT: melamine camping bowls



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (115 mg/dm²) from melamine camping bowls from China


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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Laser pointers

PRODUCT: Laser pointer "Super Powered Laser Pointer Key Chain"

BRAND: None


DESCRIPTION: Laser pointers with casings in a variety of colours.


DAMAGE TO SIGHT

The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it incorporates a class 3R laser (measured power 4.5 mW).

Voluntary withdrawal from market.

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HARDLINES: PERSONAL & HOME CARE ITEMS

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT: Wrist watch

BRAND: 1) Fossil “Decker” 2) Diesel

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1) CH2602, CH2603, CH2609 and FS4527 all with a mesh bracelet. 2) DZ5210, DZ5211, DZ7162, DZ7169, DZ7170 and DZ7176 all with a mesh bracelet.

DESCRIPTION: Watches, all with a mesh bracelet, packaged in tin or cardboard square box.


CHEMICAL

The products can cause allergic reactions of the skin because the bracelets release nickel (test results in the range 0.546 to 1.011 µg/cm²/week).

The products do not comply with the REACH Regulation.


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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Herbal tooth powder "Vicco Vajradanti"

BRAND: Vicco

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch No. 90 304430, best-before date 02.12, 200 g tub

DESCRIPTION: Yellow, printed plastic tub with adhesive printed label and yellow plastic screw top. The container opening is sealed with aluminium-coated plastic foil. The packaging contains brown fine granular powder with lighter-coloured constituents, probably of plant origin. Odour: Spicy, strong smell of essential oils.


MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because of the presence of pathogens (including Pseudomonas aeruginosa) and potentially pathogenic organisms (including Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterococcus faecium) at a bacterial count of 5.4 * 105 CFU/g.

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


AUSTRALIA Clemnor Pty Ltd—Global Keratin Hair Taming System with Juvexin LIGHT WAVE 300mL & 1000mL and Global Keratin Hair Taming System with Juvexin CURLY 300mL & 1000mL

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Hair smoothing treatment


Was not sold at the retail level. Salon professional use only.

SUPPLIER

Clemnor Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.globalkeratin.com.au

HAZARDS

Formaldehyde is known to cause sensory irritation and skin sensitisation. Formaldehyde may also cause cancer in circumstances where there is chronic high exposure.

DEFECTS

The products contain a concentration of "free" formaldehyde in excess of the allowable limit as stipulated in the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP).

CONSUMERS ACTION

Stop using the products immediately and return the remaining solution to the place of purchase for a refund or a replacement. Alternatively, customers will be contacted by a sales representative, whereupon the faulty goods will be replaced.

http://www.globalkeratin.com.au

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HARDLINES: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

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EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Ski bindings "Twin Cam"

BRAND: Marker-Kästle

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: B007 K12 KTI; B009_090 K12 CTI 90MM Brake; B009_110 K12 CTI 110MM Brake; B004 K12 IBC. Year of production: 2010

DESCRIPTION: Ski bindings


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the bindings in question can release with a lower force than expected due to the steel springs in the heel part of the binding breaking as a result of corrosion. This can lead to the user falling.


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: BT SA-17 Paintball Gun/Marker

UNITS: About 1,400

IMPORTER: KEE Action Sports LLC, of Sewell, N.J.

DESCRIPTION: The marker is made of aluminum and resembles a pistol. It is black with model number BT SA-17 printed on both sides. It uses a horizontally-fed magazine and requires a 12g CO2 cartridge.

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan

HAZARD

When users attempt to pierce the CO2 cartridge by closing the lever to the cartridge chamber, the cartridge can fly out of the marker, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall

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EU/LATVIA CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Bicycle helmet

BRAND: GOOD BYKE

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 88856, EAN 8016038888567

DESCRIPTION: The product is a helmet packed in cardboard packaging. The product is multicoloured (blue, red, grey and black).


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because of insufficient shock absorbing capacity. As a result the cyclist's head can be injured.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive 89/686/EEC and the relevant European standard EN 1078.

Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Child's dress

BRAND: Nursery time

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BIS 2026-0264 Bar code 5 035320 602646

DESCRIPTION: Child’s celebration dress with outer jacket, beaded embroidery and bows.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Thailand

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small components that are not securely attached.

The product does not comply with the national legislation.


EU/POLAND CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Child's T-shirt Exotic life (on the commercial invoice product is under the name: "Style R-Mix Girl, Order Mewim/2009/2 Girls L/S Printed T Shirt")

BRAND: Eplusm

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Yellow coloured t-shirt made of cotton (100%). The front of the t-shirt is decorated with a butterfly and the inscription "Exotic life" (red print), the number 45 (yellow print) and a tree motif (black print).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bangladesh

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 5844 mg/kg of lead in the yellow print.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

In addition, the product contains 554 mg/kg of lead in the black print, 2598 mg/kg of lead in the red print, and cadmium (above 1.4 mg/kg).


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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Dress for baby

BRAND: NECK & NECK

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 10I17002 (size TU, 55-62 cm, colour 30).

DESCRIPTION: White dress with pink bows.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because it has a ribbon in the neck area that is 35 cm long on each side.

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


EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s jackets

BRAND: Venix

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: X

DESCRIPTION: - Children’s jacket in blue and white stripes, with functional cords in the hood and drawstrings that hang below the lower edge of the garment. There is a label attached with the following information: Venix, 100% cotton, Made in Bulgaria. The product is also available in black and white stripes with a label containing the following information: Venix, Plovdiv. - Children’s jacket made of knitted fabric, in beige/white colour, with functional cords in the hood and drawstrings that hang below the lower edge of the garment.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria

STRANGULATION AND INJURIES

The products pose a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the hood, and drawstrings hanging below the lower edge of the garment. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.

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PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE

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

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

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

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

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

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

Recalls and Product Safety News

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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

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

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

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

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

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