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PRODUCT RECALLS
THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS
IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA
CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS)
16 – 30 APRIL 2015
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
Pages 2 to 16
Audio Video and Household Appliances (12)
IT & Telecommunication (3)
Luminaires (6)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (3)
HARDGOODS
Pages 17 to 27
DIY, Tools and Hardware (5)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (15)
Sport & Leisure Goods (6)
Miscellaneous (1)
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS
Pages 28 to 35
Toys (11)
Juvenile Products (4)
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD
Pages 36 to 39
Cosmetics and Personal Care (7)
Household Care (0)
SOFTLINES
Pages 40 to 48
Textile and Clothing (9)
Shoes (2)
Bags and Accessories (0)
Jewelleries (7)
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CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
BURNS, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Oil filled radiator
The radiator bursts when the
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: EQUATION
internal pressure increases. As
NAME: Unknown
the temperature of the liquid
that escapes via the weld
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LH15-0715 (ref. LM
seams may be as high as
16374813); LH15-0920 (ref. LM 16374820); LH15-
100ºC, users may suffer burns.
1125 (ref. LM 16374834); Lot n°: 203313220914
Furthermore, the product could
cause a fire if hot oil is leaking
Batch number/Barcode: 3276004548160,
3276004548191 and 3276004548221
DESCRIPTION: Oil-filled radiator without any
packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
from end users.
in a place close to an ignition
source.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
60335.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Electric hob
The maximum temperature is
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Bravo Nippon
exceeded on the product
surface, which can cause burns
NAME: Cocina Eléctrica
when touched. The earth
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BN3665/759 ABR 14
terminal is not protected
Batch number/Barcode: 8435411536657
market.
against accidental loosening
DESCRIPTION: Single, white, electric hob of 220 V
and the insulation of the
power-supply cable is not
and 1 000 W. The temperature control dial, cable and
sufficient, which can cause
plug are black. Packed in a white cardboard box with
electric shock when touched.
a photograph of the hob on the front, with a
description of the product on the side of the box
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
along with a series of symbols and the CE marking.
Low Voltage Directive and the
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
product from the
relevant European standard EN
60335.
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CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
FIRE
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Electrical water heater
If the water supply is
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Fumu
interrupted, the heater can in
NAME: Hot Water Dispenser
some cases continue to heat.
The hot water dispenser can
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JBA25L
consequently catch fire
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Thermal isolated electrical water
heater. 230V~ 1850W Class I.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Denmark
from end users.
unexpectedly.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
60335.
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Battery charger
The transformer has no
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Nitecore
creepage or clearance distance
between the windings, causing
NAME: Digi Charger D4
wires to touch.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Digi Charger D4
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
with the requirements of the
DESCRIPTION: Battery charger. Input: 100-240V AC.
Output:4.2V DC/3.7V DC/0.375A. Supplied in yellow,
black and white packaging.
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
60335.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
BURNS
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Toaster
The side of the product
measures:
Warning
BRAND: SoTechwood
becomes too hot and could
cause minor burns to the user.
NAME: Toaster
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YK-623 TGP-602
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
Low Voltage Directive and the
DESCRIPTION: Stainless steel toaster in cardboard
packaging.
consumers of the
risks.
relevant European standard EN
60335.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Portable jumpstart power supplies
The jumpstart’s lithium battery
can overheat and cause the
immediately stop
units to melt, catch fire and
unit and contact
UNITS: About 10,400
DESCRIPTION
using the recalled
ignite nearby items, posing a
Whistler for a free
This recall involves Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart &
fire hazard to consumers.
Power Supply 12V power supplies, with model
numbers starting with WJS-3000. The pocket-sized
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
replacement,
including shipping
jumpstart power supplies measure about 5.1 inches
Whistler has received 45
tall x 3 inches wide x 0.9 inches deep; and were sold
reports of jumpstart and power
in red, black, yellow and pink. They have detachable
jumper cables; built-in high output LED flashlight
supply units overheating and
melting, including 18 reports of
with emergency flashing patterns; and a USB port to
fire, resulting in approximately
charge phones, tablets and cameras among other
$16,000 in property damage.
electronic devices. The Jump&Go and Whistler logos
are printed on the front of the unit. Recalled units
No injuries have been reported.
to return the
recalled unit.
have date codes in YYYY/WW format from 201404
through 201439. The model number and date code
are on the back of the unit under the colored silicone
boot. The date code is stamped directly on the case
adjacent to the operational label. The model number
is on the operational label. Units that have a serial
number on the operation label are not included in this
recall.
IMPORTER
The Whistler Group, Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers
Lithium ion rechargeable batteries
The batteries can
UNITS: About 5,000
overheat, posing a fire
should
immediately
hazard.
remove the
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves 36-volt and 48-volt lithium ion rechargeable
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
battery from
the bike and
batteries sold separately and as original equipment with Pedego
electric bikes. Recalled batteries of each voltage came in two
Pedego has received
six reports of batteries
contact
styles. One style has a silver or black metal case that measures
overheating and
free
about 13 ½ inches long, 6 ½ inches wide and 2 ½ inches high,
catching fire, including
with black plastic end caps and a handle. The other style has a
replacement
battery.
black or white plastic case that measures about 14 inches long, 6
one report of property
damage. No injuries
½ inches wide and 2 ½ inches high with a red indicator lamp on
have been reported.
Pedego for a
one end. The batteries have serial numbers that start with
“DLG.” A label with the serial number is on one side of the metal
batteries and on the underside of the plastic batteries.
IMPORTER
Pedego Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Soldering station
The earthing terminal is
measures:
Destruction
BRAND: ESD SAFE
not adequately secured.
The cover of the plug is
NAME: Thermo-Control Anti-Static Soldering Station
not secured and may
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 936 Series
detach as the user pulls
Batch number/Barcode: S010000000002481376
DESCRIPTION: Black soldering station. Input: 220V, 60W.
of the
product.
the plug out from a
socket.
Output: 24V. Packaged in a white cardboard box.
The product does not
comply with the
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive,
the relevant European
standard EN 61558 or
the relevant national
standard.
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Shark Powered Rotator Lift-Away vacuum cleaners
The aluminum wand can
immediately stop
UNITS: About 142,000 in the United States and
disconnect from the vacuum
using the recalled
about 650 in Canada
cleaner’s handle and remain
vacuum cleaners
energized with electricity,
and contact Euro-
posing a risk of electric shock.
Pro to receive a
free replacement
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves four models of Shark® brand
Rotator® Powered Lift-Away® series upright
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
vacuum cleaners. They are either maroon or purple in
The firm has received 62
color and have a clear plastic middle section. Shark
reports of incidents in which
and Rotator are printed on the front of the vacuum
cleaners. They measure about 45 inches tall by 12
the aluminum wand
disconnected from the vacuum
inches wide. Recalled model numbers include
cleaner’s handle. No injuries
NV650W, NV651, NV652 and NV660. The model
have been reported.
wand.
number is printed on a silver sticker on the upper
right-hand corner of the back of the unit.
Models NV650W and NV652 are maroon. Model
NV650W is sold directly to consumers by Euro-Pro
and model NV652 is sold at retail stores. Models
NV651 and NV660 are purple and are sold at retail
stores. The date code is printed on the metal prong
of the power plug and shows the week and year of
manufacture in the WWYY format. Recalled units
have date codes beginning with the number 48 or
lower and ending with 14. Vacuum cleaners marked
with a dimple or green circle sticker on the outside of
the plastic cuff that holds the aluminum wand have
been inspected by the firm and are not included in
this recall.
IMPORTER
Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Sweet Heat Hair Dryers
The hair dryers do not have an
immediately
UNITS: About 3,100
immersion protection device,
unplug and stop
which guards against
using the recalled
DESCRIPTION
electrocution or shock if the
hair dryers and
This recall involves Sweet Heat handheld hair dryers.
dryer is immersed in water.
The hair dryers are white and have the words
“Sweet Heat” printed in black near the blower
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
contact AG Hair to
request a pre-paid
nozzle. “AG Hair” is printed in grey and black on the
None reported.
back of the blower nozzle, above the handle.
mailing label and
packaging in order
to return the hair
dryer for a full
IMPORTER
refund.
AG Professional Hair Care Products Ltd., of Burnaby,
British Columbia, Canada
MANUFACTURED IN: China
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Homelite electric blower vacuums
immediately stop
UNITS: About 823,000 in the United States and
The blower vacuum can
overheat, spark and catch on
41,000 in Canada. (Models UT42120 and UT42120A
fire posing fire and burn
blower vacuums
of this product were previously recalled in February
hazards.
and return them to
2013.)
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
DESCRIPTION
Homelite has received 1,369
Factory Outlet
This recall involves Homelite 12 amp electric blower
reports of blower vacuums
store for a full
vacuums with model numbers UT42120, UT42120A
sparking, arcing, smoking or
refund.
and UT42121. Model numbers are located on a label
burning, including one report of
minor injury.
on the left side of the red motor housing. The blower
using the recalled
any Home Depot
or Direct Tools
vacuums are red and black. “Homelite BlowerVac 2
Speed Powerful 220 MPH” is printed on the side of
the motor housing and on the black plastic blower
tube.
IMPORTER
Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums
The blower vacuum can
immediately stop
UNITS: About 225,000 in the United States. (Models
overheat, spark and catch on
using the recalled
20254EG and 20254EGC of this product were
fire posing fire and burn
blower vacuums
previously recalled in February 2013.)
hazards.
and return them to
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
any Walmart store
for a full refund.
This recall involves Expert Gardener 12 amp electric
OWT has received 16 reports
blower vacuums with model numbers 20254EG,
of blower vacuums sparking,
20254EGA, 20254EGB, 20254EGBC, 20254EGC and
arcing, smoking or burning. No
21254EG. Model numbers are located on a label on
injuries have been reported.
the left side of the motor housing. The blower
vacuums are green and black. “Expert Gardener”
and “Blower Vac 2 Speed Quiet 150 MPH Powerful
220 MPH” are printed on the side of the green
motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.
IMPORTER
OWT Industries Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Wireless router
The internal connections of the
measures:
Destruction of the
KINGDOM
BRAND: Unknown
mains adaptor are not
NAME: Wireless-N Mini Router
sufficient and rely upon solder
to maintain their position; a
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: WN522 REV A
loose wire could reduce
MAC: 0E41580099B5
creepage distances and
Batch number/Barcode: Serial number
clearances. The mains adaptor
is not designed to withstand
CD1402302380
foreseeable overloads and the
DESCRIPTION: Wireless mini internet router with
pins are inadequately sized
plug-in WiFi repeater unit. Packaged in a cardboard
box.
which could cause damage to
the socket and the adaptor,
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
product.
resulting in live parts being
exposed.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
61558 and the relevant national
standard.
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NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs
The battery packs can
immediately turn
UNITS: About 148,800 in the United States and
overheat, posing a fire hazard.
off their ThinkPad
17,700 in Canada (About 34,500 in the United States
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
and 2,900 in Canada were recalled in March 2014.)
Lenovo has received four
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Lenovo battery packs sold with
reports of incidents of battery
packs overheating and
the following ThinkPad notebook computers: the
damaging the computers,
replacement
Edge 11, 13, 14, 15, 120, 125, 320, 325, 420, 425,
battery packs and surrounding
430, 520, 525 and 530 series; the L412, L420/421,
battery pack.
Consumers can
L512 and L520 series; the T410, T420, T510 and
property. One incident included
a consumer's skin being
T520 series; the W510 and W520 series; and the
reddened and burn marks on
their ThinkPad
X100e, X120e, X121e, X130e, X200, X200s, X201,
the consumer's clothing.
X201s, X220 and X220t series.
notebook without
the battery pack
The battery packs were also sold separately. The
by plugging in the
black battery packs measure between 8 to 11 inches
AC adapter and
long, 1 to 3 inches wide and about 1 inch high.
power cord.
notebook
computer, remove
the battery pack
and contact
Lenovo for a free
continue to use
Recalled battery packs have one of the following part
numbers starting with the fourth digit in a long series
of numbers and letters printed on a white sticker
below the bar code on the battery pack: 42T4695,
42T4711, 42T4740, 42T4798, 42T4804, 42T4812,
42T4816, 42T4822, 42T4826, 42T4828, 42T4834,
42T4840, 42T4862, 42T4868, 42T4874, 42T4880,
42T4890, 42T4944, 42T4948, 42T4954, 42T4958,
45N1022 and 45N1050.
IMPORTER
Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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AUSTRALIA
Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd—Lithium-ion
DEFECTS
Consumers
batteries sold for Lenovo ‘Thinkpad’ branded notebooks
The lithium-ion battery may
should
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
overheat, posing a fire
immediately turn
The batteries being recalled were sold for Lenovo
hazard.
off their
'ThinkPad' branded notebooks from February 2010 to
HAZARDS
June 2012. They were either:
(a) included in Lenovo products,
If the battery packs
overheat, they pose the risk
(b) distributed as stand-alone replacement packs, or
of fire and burn hazard to
computer through
consumers.
the AC adaptor
and power cord.
(c) distributed as a stand-alone option.
The notebook models affected are:
T410, T420, T510, T520, W510, W520
X100E, X121e, X130e, X131e, X201, X201s, X220,
X220t, Edge 11, Edge 13, Edge 14, Edge 15
Edge 320, Edge 420, Edge 430, Edge 520, Edge 525,
Edge 530, L412, L420, L512, L520, Mini 10
SL410, SL510
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Each affected battery will have an associated 7-digit
alphanumeric Assembly-Part Number (ASM P/N) (this is
different from the alphanumeric serial number for the
notebook system itself).
computer,
remove the
battery and only
power the
Consumers are
asked to visit
www.lenovo.com
/batteryprogram2
014 to determine
if they are
affected and to
arrange for a free
replacement
battery.
For more
information
consumers can
ASM P/N
contact Lenovo
42T4695 42T4695
(Australia & New
42T4711 42T4711
Zealand) Pty Ltd
42T4740 42T4740
(toll free) on 1800
041 267 or visit
42T4798 42T4798
www.lenovo.com
42T4804 42T4804
/batteryprogram2
42T4812 42T4812
014.
42T4816 42T4816
42T4822 42T4822
42T4826 42T4826
42T4828 42T4828
42T4834 42T4834
42T4840 42T4840
42T4862 42T4862
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Various computer retailers
SUPPLIER
Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd (ABN 70 112
394 411) (Lenovo)
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.lenovo.com.au
No picture available.
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CATEGORY: Lighting chains
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The flashing unit does not have
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Light up your life this Christmas,100L LED
Lights
sufficient mechanical strength
and could break exposing live
parts.
The product does not comply
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: LED-YJSK
with the requirements of the
(label on the product) Type number: LED-FF (20~360)
Low Voltage Directive and the
(label on the package)
relevant European standard EN
60598.
Batch number/Barcode: 8585030100477
product from the
market,
Ban on the
marketing of the
product and any
accompanying
measures.
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 100 LED lights.
Product packed in a cardboard box with marking:
"Light up your life this Christmas, 100L LED Lights".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/SLOVAKIA
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The flashing unit does not have
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
sufficient mechanical strength
and could break exposing live
NAME: Light up your life this Christmas, 180L
Lampadas
parts.
The product does not comply
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: YJSK (label on
with the requirements of the
the product) Type number: FF (20~180) (label on the
Low Voltage Directive and the
package)
relevant European standard EN
60598.
Batch number/Barcode: 8585030040650
product from the
market,
Ban on the
marketing of the
product and any
accompanying
measures.
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 180 LED lights in
various colours. Product packed in a cardboard box
with marking: "Light up your life this Christmas, 180L
Lampadas".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The flashing unit does not have
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: 140 RICE LIGHTS
and could break exposing live
parts. The insulation material of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NIPC: 508858259 (on
the flashing unit is flammable
the package) N: 40568 (label on the package)
and the cross-sectional are of
Batch number/Barcode: 8585030040650
the conductors in the cable is
too small.
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 140 LED lights in
various colours. Product packed in a blue and white
cardboard box.
EU/SLOVAKIA
sufficient mechanical strength
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
relevant European standard EN
60598.
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The flashing unit does not have
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
sufficient mechanical strength
and could break exposing live
NAME: LED LIGHT 100L MULTI FUNCTION
parts.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: EK-04 (on the product)
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
with the requirements of the
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 100 LED lights.
Product packed in a transparent plastic bag and a
blue cardboard box.
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
60598.
product from the
market,
Ban on the
marketing of the
product and any
accompanying
measures.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Lighting chain
The flashing unit does not have
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: 50LED Multi Colour Chaser Lights /
VÁNOCNÍ OSVETLENÍ 50 LED DIOD
sufficient mechanical strength
and could break exposing live
parts.
any accompanying
measures.
The product does not comply
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
with the requirements of the
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
Low Voltage Directive and the
DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 50 LED lights in
relevant European standard EN
60598.
various colours. Product packed in a white and red
the product and
cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Lighting chains
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: LED lighting chain
The controller has insufficient
measures:
Destruction of the
BRAND: Festcon Lamp Factory
separation/insulation between
the input and output circuits.
NAME: Unknown
The insulation of the cable
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JX-01
from the plug to the controller
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: White LED lighting chains (100
lamp/10 metre and 200 lamp/20 metre) with a white
controller box and mains plug. The products are
packaged in separate, plain white cardboard boxes
with the model number.
product.
is not adequate.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant European standards
EN 60598 and EN 61347.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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EU/IRELAND
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Travel adaptor
The design of the adaptor
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Dunnes Stores
allows for incorrect use. The
NAME: EU Travel Adaptor
pins of this adaptor can be
inserted incorrectly to the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 6338813
power outlet which can lead to
Batch number/Barcode: 5099010452126
DESCRIPTION: Travel adaptor supplied in a blister
pack.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
from end users.
access to live parts.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant national standard I.S.
421.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Compulsory
PRODUCT: 3-way plug adaptor
The sockets do not have
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Staüwer
shutters and, as a result, the
user could have access to live
NAME: Adaptador
parts.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: STWR62
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: 8435353709959
with the relevant European
DESCRIPTION: 3-way mains plug adaptor.
standard EN 20315.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/UNITED
CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Mains lead
The plug indicates that it is
measures:
Destruction of the
KINGDOM
BRAND: Unknown
fitted with a 13 amp fuse but
NAME: Unknown
the lead is capable of carrying a
maximum of 6 amps. The fuse
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KN5502/KM5502
link and/or the lead could
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: An unpackaged mains lead with a
plug fitted with a 13 amp fuse; used for powering a
variety of electrical appliances. The plug is marked
with the letters STGS and KN5502/KM5502 and a
mark resembling the BS Kite mark.
product.
therefore fail if the product was
used with a domestic
appliance, such as a kettle.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Directive and the
relevant national standard.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CZECH
CATEGORY: Other
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Telescopic ladder
Ladder's feet may displace or
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
REPUBLIC
BRAND: XT LINE
detach during use and the
NAME: Profesional tools 3,2 m
locking mechanism can fail.
This can result in a person
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ML 1003
losing balance and falling from
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8592021095209
DESCRIPTION: Telescopic ladder in brown carton
box
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
the ladder.
The product does not comply
with the relevant European
standard EN 131.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/UNITED
KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Laser pointers
DAMAGE TO SIGHT
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Laser pointers
The laser pointer is a class 3B
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: OURS
laser and could cause damage
to sight. The actual output
NAME: Laser Pointer
power is many times higher
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RL-01 (red), BL-01
than that which is indicated on
(blue), GL-01 (green).
the label.
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
The product does not comply
DESCRIPTION: Three laser pointers with a set of
with the relevant European
standard EN 60825-1 with
instructions, packaged in a plain white cardboard
box. Labelling on the lasers states "LASER
RADIATION, AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE, MAX
respect to labelling.
OUTPUT POWER < 1mW and CLASS III LASER
PRODUCT".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Machinery
INJURIES
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Wood lathe
The machine can overheat and
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Einhell
shut down by itself. After it has
NAME: Drechselbank
cooled down, the motor can
start automatically. This could
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: TC-WW 1000;
lead to injuries.
Article number:43.12.105; Identification number:
The product does not comply
11013
with the requirements of the
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4006825600438; Serial
Machinery Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
number Bj./Lot-Nr.:2014/7/EBO446933
DESCRIPTION: Wood lathe with red frame.
product from the
market.
61029.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Walk behind power mower
Mowers were assembled with
an incorrect blade driver and
stop using the
mowers
blade combination, which can
immediately and
UNITS: About 800 in the US and 100 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
cause the blade to break,
contact a Toro
The 2015 22-inch walk-behind power mower has a
resulting in an injury hazard.
dealer to schedule
red base on four wheels, a black motor and handle,
and a white bag attached for catching the clippings.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
A black plate on the front of the mower says “Toro
No reported incidents.
a free repair.
Recycler 22.” Model number 20337 and a serial
number are located on a decal affixed to the rear of
the machine. Recalled mowers have serial numbers
ranging from 315000101 to 315000983.
IMPORTER
The Toro Company of Bloomington, Minn.
MANUFACTURED IN: Mexico
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AUSTRALIA
Peters of Kensington—Safe-T Designer Fire
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Extinguishers
Due to the absence of safety
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
labeling and the fire
return the product
to their place of
'Designer' fire extinguishers
extinguishers not being
purchase for a full
coloured red as required by the
refund.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
The extinguishers were available in the following
designs: classic, textile, pop, tag, and exclusive.
mandatory standard, AS/NZS
1841.1:1997, the extinguishers
fail to meet the requirements
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
of Consumer Product Safety
Peters of Kensington
Standard No. 9 of 2004.
SUPPLIER
HAZARDS
Peters of Kensington
As the extinguishers are not
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
coloured red, consumers may
http://petersofkensington.com.au
not be able to easily locate
them in an emergency.
No picture available.
Additionally, as the
extinguishers are not marked
with the required safety label,
consumers may not be able to
determine whether they are
appropriate for the type of fire
occurring. Incorrect use may
increase the risk of serious
burns or death.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE
PRODUCT: Green ceramic bowls
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
Migration of aluminium (2.1
mg/l) from green ceramic
bowls from China, via Belgium.
Withdrawal
from the
market.
No picture available.
EU/
NETHERLANDS
PRODUCT: Melamine plates
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Unknown
Migration of formaldehyde
(46.9 mg/kg - ppm) from
melamine plates.
No picture available.
EU/
NETHERLANDS
PRODUCT: Melamine kitchen
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
Migration of formaldehyde
(19.7 mg/kg - ppm) from
melamine kitchen from China.
No picture available.
EU/
NETHERLANDS
EU/ITALY
EU/ITALY
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: Polyamide kitchenware
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
Migration of primary aromatic
amines (2.02 mg/kg - ppm)
from polyamide kitchenware
from China.
PRODUCT: Airwave ovens grids
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
Migration of nickel (0.2; 0.3
mg/kg - ppm) from airwave
ovens grids from China, via
Hong Kong.
PRODUCT: Steel knives
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Vietnam
No picture available.
Migration of chromium (>0.1
mg/l), of nickel (>0.1 mg/l) and
of manganese (>0.1 mg/l) from
steel knives from Vietnam.
PRODUCT: Plastic pallet
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
Too high level of overall
migration (158 mg/dm²) from
plastic pallet from China.
No picture available.
EU/CYPRUS
PRODUCT: Colander with strainer
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: Turkey
Migration of primary aromatic
amines (aniline: 0.07; 0.01;
0.02 mg/kg - ppm) from
colander with strainer from
Turkey, via Greece.
No picture available.
EU/ITALY
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Re-dispatch.
Return to
consignor.
Re-dispatch.
Recall from
consumers.
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
Migration of manganese (0.4
mg/kg - ppm) and too high level
of overall migration (34 mg/kg ppm) from staineless steel
thermos from China.
Re-dispatch.
PRODUCT: Kitchenware
CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURED IN: China
Migration of primary aromatic
amines (0.0616 mg/kg - ppm)
from kitchenware from China.
No picture available.
Detained by
operator.
Detained by
operator.
PRODUCT: Staineless steel thermos
No picture available.
EU/GERMANY
Detained by
operator.
Re-dispatch.
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NOTIFYING
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PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/IRELAND
CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories
BURNS
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Cup
The handle may overheat when
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Dunnes Stores
used in a microwave, posing a
risk of burns.
from end users.
NAME: Retro Cup
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Style No. 2055300
Batch number/Barcode: 5099013634864,
5099013634871, 5099013634888, 5099013634895
DESCRIPTION: Cups for coffee or tea.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Furniture
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Indoor chair
The product is not sufficiently
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: FUNAMI
stable and the consumer may
lose balance and fall forward
NAME: unknown
when seated which can lead to
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model GISELE -
injuries.
Reference HWC 214 / 1 (black)
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
with the relevant European
DESCRIPTION: Black indoor chair, available in
standard EN 12520.
different colours, with a metal structure.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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PRODUCT
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MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA
Oztrail—The Anywhere Stove portable butane
DEFECTS
Consumers should stop using
gas cooker
The overpressure safety
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
device may not shut off
the product immediately. A
replacement unit is in the
Oztrail OZ2160 portable butane gas stove
gas to the burner if the
process of being tested and
butane cartridge canister
certified to meet newly
is overheated. In
addition, the risk of
established safety
Serial Nos. 2014080 0001 to 2014080 4002
The serial number is located on the label on
overheating increases if
manufacturer of this OZtrail
the back right side of the cooker.
the product is not used
product and is handling the
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
according the
manufacturer's
processing of this recall on
behalf of Oztrail. Consumers
specifications.
can register to receive a
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Various outdoor camping and sporting retailers
SUPPLIER
Oztrail
HAZARDS
requirements. AHM Ltd is the
replacement cooker from AHM
by sending an email to
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
If the defect occurs,
there is risk of explosion
[email protected] or they
No
and fire.
discuss an alternative solution.
No picture available.
can contact AHM Australia to
For further information, please
send an email to AHM or call
on 07 3208 1233.
Concerned customers can
arrange for the return of their
OZ2160 model stove to AHM
for a free safety check
regardless of the batch or
manufacture date. Contact
AHM for details about this
process.
AUSTRALIA
AHM Limited—Campmaster Twin burner
DEFECTS
Consumers should stop using
portable butane gas cooker sold at Masters
Home Improvement stores
The overpressure safety
device may not shut off
the product immediately. A
replacement unit is in the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
gas to the burner if the
process of being tested and
Campmaster CM2250 twin burner portable
butane cartridge canister
certified to meet newly
butane stove
is overheated. In
addition, the risk of
established safety
requirements. Consumers can
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
overheating increases if
register to receive a
Date of manufacture: (MFG Date) 1/11/12
the product is not used
replacement cooker by sending
The MFG date is located on the label on the
according the
back right side of the cooker.
manufacturer's
an email to
[email protected] or they
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
specifications.
can contact AHM Australia to
Masters
HAZARDS
SUPPLIER
If the defect occurs,
there is risk of explosion
AHM Limited
and fire.
discuss an alternative solution.
For further information, please
send an email to AHM or call
on 07 3208 1233.
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
Concerned customers can
http://online.ahm.co.nz
arrange for the return of their
CM2250 model stove to AHM
No picture available.
for a free safety check
regardless of the batch or
manufacture date.
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MEASURES
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AUSTRALIA
Woolworths Limited—Woolworths Homebrand
DEFECTS
Customers should
Bleach 2L Regular and Lemon
Affected products have small
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
pin sized holes along the seam
wear gloves and
immediately
033270 Homebrand Bleach 2L Regular
near the bottom of the bottle,
dispose of the
which may cause a slow leak
Homebrand
of the contents.
Bleach by flushing
008959 Homebrand Bleach 2L Lemon
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
033270 Homebrand Bleach 2L Regular
HAZARDS
it down the sink
with plenty of
Bleach may leak from the
008959 Homebrand Bleach 2L Lemon
running water and
bottle posing a health risk to
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
consumers and possible
damage to property. Bleach is
wipe any affected
areas with a damp
Woolworths Supermarkets, Flemings, Food for Less,
and Safeways
SUPPLIER
Woolworths Limited
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.woolworths.com.au
No picture available.
a poisonous substance.
cloth. Customers
should rinse the
bottle and cap
with water and
present the rinsed
out bottle and/or a
purchase receipt
to any
Woolworths,
Safeway, Food for
Less, or Flemings
store for a full
refund.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/LITHUANIA
CATEGORY: Machinery
BURNS, FIRE
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Electric bicycles
The batteries of the e-bikes can
measures: Recall
of the product
BRAND: Baltik Vairas
present defective sealing,
NAME: Unknown
which could result in the
accumulation of humidity
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ruhrwerk, Panther,
inside the battery and cause
Göricke, Böttcher, Crosswave, D-Cycle, Ebsen,
overheating and self-ignition.
from end users.
Kristall, EBIKE Ultrasport, Spezi, MSA. The bicycle
frame number is from 00022543 to 00049980 (frame
numbering is not chronological);
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Electric bicycles produced during
the period 2012 - 2014, equipped with "REVA"
rechargeable batteries.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lithuania
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Kaleidoscope
The end caps of the
kaleidoscope can be removed
immediately stop
and expose small parts that
kaleidoscopes,
can come loose and pose a
take them from
choking hazard to small
children and internal
children and return
the kaleidoscopes
UNITS: About 35,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves H-E-Buddy kaleidoscopes. The
recalled kaleidoscopes are made of red plastic, about
5 ¾ inches long and 2 inches in diameter and have
using the recalled
components that pose a risk of
to an H-E-B store
"H-E-Buddy" on the barrel.
laceration.
for a refund of
IMPORTER
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported.
purchase points
that can be used
None reported.
for another item.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Trek bicycles equipped with front disc brakes
An open quick release lever on
UNITS: About 900,000 in the U.S. and 98,000 in
the bicycle’s front wheel hub
stop using the
bicycles
Canada
can come into contact with the
immediately and
front disc brake assembly,
contact an
causing the front wheel to
come to a sudden stop or
authorized Trek
retailer for free
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves all models of Trek bicycles from
model years 2000 through 2015 equipped with front
separate from the bicycle,
installation of a
disc brakes and a black or silver quick release lever
posing a risk of injury to the
new quick release
on the front wheel hub that opens far enough to
rider.
on the front
contact the disc brake (see Figures 1 and 2).
Bicycles with front quick release levers that do not
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
wheel. Trek will
provide each
open a full 180 degrees from the closed position, are
Trek reports three incidents, all
owner who
not included in this recall.
including injuries. One incident
IMPORTER
resulted in quadriplegia. One
incident resulted in facial
participates in the
recall with a $20
Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis.
injuries. One incident resulted
redeemable by
MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan and China (bicycles)
in a fractured wrist.
December 31,
coupon that is
2015 toward any
Bontrager
merchandise.
(The coupon has
no cash value.)
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Ertlrenz Trim Heat and Foam Heat ski boot liners
UNITS: About 300
Liner can overheat when
charging, posing a fire hazard.
immediately stop
using the heat
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The ERTLRENZ Trim Heat and Foam Heat are
Gorsuch received three reports
handmade, customized, black inner heat liners for ski
boots. Every product is accompanied by a charger
of the heat liners smoldering
during the charging process.
and a remote control for the heating system. There
No injuries have been reported.
also is an accompanying ERTLRENZ instruction
liners and return
the product with
accessories
(charger/remote
control) to
Gorsuch LTD or a
manual supplied with the heat liners at the time of
Gorsuch store for
repair or
purchase.
replacement.
IMPORTER
Gorsuch Ltd., of Avon, Colo.
MANUFACTURED IN: Germany and Austria
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Hyland Bicycles and Aluminum Fenders
The fender mounting bracket
UNITS: About 1,000
can break or bend, posing a fall
immediately stop
riding bicycles
hazard to the rider.
with the recalled
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes all Civia aluminum fenders sold
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
fenders and
contact an
authorized Civia
separately as aftermarket sets and all Civia Hyland
bicycles sold with the fenders as original equipment.
Civia has received one report in
which a consumer stated that a
The recalled fenders are round, designed for use
bracket broke and resulted in
receive a $60
with 700c wheels and tires and have the Civia logo
the consumer suffering a
credit.
on the front and rear sides of each fender. Fender
cervical spine injury and nerve
damage.
sets came in black, blue, green, olive, red and silver.
Cycles dealer to
Hyland bicycles came in blue, green, olive and red.
The bikes have "Hyland" on the top tube, "Civia" on
the down tube and the Civia logo on the seat tube.
IMPORTER
Civia Cycles, of Bloomington, Minn.
MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan
AUSTRALIA
Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd—Trek
DEFECTS
Consumers with
Bicycles Equipped with Disc Brakes & Quick Release
Levers
When improperly used or left
open, the quick release lever
an affected Trek
model bicycle
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
may open more than 180° and
should stop using
Bicycles equipped with disc brakes and quick
become caught in the disc
their bicycle and
releases with levers that can open far enough to
contact the disc brake assembly.
brake assembly.
take it to a Trek
retailer for
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
If this occurs, it may result in
necessary,
Please see attachment for potentially affected
separation or sudden stoppage
models.
of the front wheel. This may
cause the rider to lose control
replacement of the
quick release
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Trek independent retailers
SUPPLIER
HAZARDS
inspection and, if
immediately.
of the bicycle posing a serious
Bicycles that have
fall hazard.
already been fitted
with a special
Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd
quick release with
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
washers will
http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/
receive a
replacement quick
No picture available.
release with
washers and a
different lever.
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Liquid for e-cigarettes
The products contain more
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: PolyFlame
than 1% of nicotine (12.87
NAME: Max
mg/ml) and does have
adequate safety label bearing
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Tabaco Americano (9
risk-related indications, safety
mg/ml nicotine)
advice or recommendations for
Batch number/Barcode: 3661075076238
correct and safe use of the
product. The user therefore
DESCRIPTION: 10 ml plastic bottle with a screw cap
has no information to avoid the
in a colourful cardboard box. Box indicates "made in
dangers incurred when the
the EU"
product comes into contact
with the skin or if it is ingested.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
product from the
market.
The products do not comply
with the requirements of
Directive 1999/45/EC relating
to the classification, packaging
and labelling of dangerous
preparations.
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TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/CZECH
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic toy
The plastic material of the toy
measures:
Withdrawal of the
REPUBLIC
BRAND: Unknown
contains di-(2-ethylhexyl)
NAME: Funny, most new design
phthalate (DEHP) (measured
value 20.3% by weight). This
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MIC, ITEM NO: TC
phthalate may harm the
12707
health of children, causing
Batch number/Barcode: 8005020127074
possible damage to the
reproductive system.
DESCRIPTION: Set of two plastic cubes
measuring 10×10×10 cm, with colorful and
educational images on each side of the cube. The
products are packaged in transparent plastic bag
with carton label.
product from the
market.
According to the REACH
Regulation the phthalates
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
prohibited in all toys and
childcare articles.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/CZECH
REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Plastic toy
The product contains di-(2-
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Chuang bo Lel
ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
above the permitted levels
NAME: Squeaky dolphin
(measured values: 36.5 % by
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO: L3992-
weight). This phthalate may
30V
harm the health of children,
Batch number/Barcode: 8603992200438 The code
does not exist
DESCRIPTION: Plastic blue dolphin with white
chest with the inscription "Chuang bo Lel" on its
belly. The toy has a swivel head and emits sounds
after pressing.
product from the
market.
causing possible damage to
the reproductive system.
According to the REACH
Regulation the phthalates
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
prohibited in all toys and
childcare articles.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/ESTONIA
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Wind-up toy
The product contains small
measures:
Warning
BRAND: MERX
parts (the wheels) that can be
NAME: Cartoon Car
easily detached. A child could
put them in the mouth and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No: MX0040641;
choke on them.
NO 8338-21
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 2000201310265; Batch
with the requirements of the
no 543168
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
DESCRIPTION: Wind-up police car made of white
and blue plastic. The product is packaged in
cardboard box with a window, marked with the CE
71-1.
consumers of the
risks,
Ban on the
marketing of the
product and any
accompanying
measures,
Recall of the
product from end
users.
mark and has the inscription “Made in China”,
recommended age group 12+ months. Packaging
size: 10,5cm x 8,5cm. Approximate size of the toy:
6,5 cm x 8 cm.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/CZECH
REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Wooden locomotive
The product contains small
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Thomas & Friends (THE PRODUCT IS
COUNTERFEIT)
parts (from the puzzle placed
on the upper part of the
wagon) that can be easily
NAME: Unknown
detached. A child could put
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
them in the mouth and choke
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: A wooden toy in the shape of a
locomotive with a face and a wagon. In the upper
part of the wagon are located 9 cubes which form a
puzzle. 5 cubes in the shape of animals are also
included. The toy is packed in a plastic wrapper. The
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
on them.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
71-1.
product is counterfeit.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
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EU/UNITED
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plastic bath toys
There is s possibility that the
measures: Recall
of the product
KINGDOM
BRAND: Disney
ears (small parts) on the Stuffy
NAME: Doc McStuffins Bath Set
character (Blue Dragon) break
away from the main body of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
the toy. A small child could put
10120152G101Q2150057
the small parts in the mouth
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Doc McStuffins Disney character
plastic bath toys set in soft clear plastic zip bag.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Vietnam
from end users.
and choke on them.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
71-1.
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Battery-operated soft toys
The eyes of the dogs toys can
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Happy Garden Toys
be detached from the product,
put in the mouth by children
NAME: Unknown
and get stuck, blocking the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item n°:777 and 1001
airways.
Electric soft toy
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
with the requirements of the
DESCRIPTION: These are two different battery-
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
operated soft toy dogs. The products are packed in a
plastic bag with a label bearing the following
information: the reference, the importer's and
71-1.
manufacturer's details, CE marking and the warning
"not recommended for children under 3 years of age".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy make-up set
The blue eye shadow contains
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: MARKWINS
aluminium (measured
NAME: Mobile Beauty Color Set
migration level: 10.7 g/kg)
exceeding the limit.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MOBILE BEAUTY
The product does not comply
COLOR SET, lot 6130689-127
with the requirements of the
Batch number/Barcode: 4038033336441
Toy Safety Directive and the
DESCRIPTION: Toy make-up set containing different
relevant European Standard EN
71-3.
coloured eye shadows, lip gloss and accessories (for
product from the
market.
applying the make-up). It is packed in a cardboard box
with a plastic window.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy musical set
The product contains small
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
parts (the rivets on the
xylophone) that can easily be
NAME: Music Funny Toys
detached. A child could put
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ZY-1356
these in the mouth and choke
Batch number/Barcode: 8429283052582
DESCRIPTION: Set of toy musical instruments
(guitar, xylophone and a tambourine) in various
colours, sealed in a cardboard blister pack. The guitar
and the tambourine have stickers with colourful
images and are marked with the words "Guitar" and
product from the
market.
on them.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
71-1.
"Baby concert" respectively.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
CHOKING
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Musical toy with lights
The orange wheels of the toy
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Color Baby
become detached, generating
NAME: Starty Sky Projector
small parts which might cause
small children to choke if
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 40.725 - Lot
swallowed.
1402821
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: 8412842407251
with the requirements of the
DESCRIPTION: Musical, luminous plastic toy in the
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
form of a tortoise with wheels. The toy is packed in a
cardboard box bearing the name "Starty Sky
Projector" and the age (3+ years). It has a label
71-1.
marked 'musical toy', which includes the importer's
details, the CE mark, the bar code, reference number
and the statement 'Made in China'.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Toys
INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Toy aeroplane
The toy aeroplane has sharp
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: HAIYAN
points and edges. When
NAME: Unknown
projected it could cause
injuries.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: H2000Y ,
The product does not comply
Ref. (on invoice): 14-03-07
with the requirements of the
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Toy aeroplane propelled by a rubber
Toy Safety Directive and the
relevant European standard EN
71-1.
band. The wings are made of plastic foam and the
undercarriage of metallic wire. The plane is 32 cm
long and has a wingspan of 37.7 cm. The product is
supplied in a cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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EU/ESTONIA
CATEGORY: Toys
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Plastic doll
The head of the doll contains
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
43% by weight of bis (2-
product from the
NAME: Beauty Toys Fairy Series
ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
This phthalate may harm the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No.0713
health of children, causing
Recall of the
possible damage to the
product from end
reproductive system.
users.
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 9123456707130
DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll wearing a pink skirt and
striped blouse. The toy is made of flexible plastic,
approximately 30 cm long. The toy is packed in a
cardboard box bearing the words "Beauty Toys Fairy
Series". On the back of the packaging there is the
item number, EAN Code, CE-marking and the
market,
According to the REACH
Regulation the phthalates
DEHP, DBP and BBP are
prohibited in all toys and
childcare articles.
warning “Choking hazard-Small parts, Not suitable
for children under 3 years”.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
CHOKING, STRANGULATION
Compulsory
The beads could easily
measures:
Withdrawal of the
equipment
PRODUCT: Amber teething necklace
detached and be swallowed by
BRAND: POPOLINI
small children, causing
choking. The necklace is too
NAME: Amber Necklace
long and may tighten around
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: N°:064002-00-00
the child's neck.
product from the
market.
Batch number/Barcode: 9006720640022
DESCRIPTION: Necklace made of amber beads. The
product comes in a transparent plastic bag.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hungary
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
equipment
PRODUCT: Highchair
INJURIES,
Compulsory
ENTRAPMENT
measures: Import
rejected at border.
The high-chair can collapse
BRAND: Préma Distribution
during use because of a failing
NAME: Unknown
locking mechanism. As a
consequence, fingers and
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HC-02A - RENATO
other parts of the body can
Batch number/Barcode: -
become trapped between
DESCRIPTION: Green and white high-chair with a
plastic table.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
sections of the frame.
The product does not comply
with the relevant European
standard EN 14988-1 and EN
14988-2 .
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PRODUCT
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ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
CHOKING, STRANGULATION
Compulsory
The beads on the necklace
measures:
Withdrawal of the
equipment
PRODUCT: Amber necklace
break easily creating small
BRAND: BABYNATUR
parts and small children could
choke on them. The necklace
NAME: 'Naturbernstein Kette' (Natural amber chain)
can completely encircle the
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 1510 COGNAC
child's neck, creating a risk of
and 1520 MULTI
strangulation.
product from the
market.
Batch number/Barcode: 4260065410077 and
4260065410084
DESCRIPTION: Amber necklace with an attached
card label.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lithuania
EU/UNITED
CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's
KINGDOM
equipment
PRODUCT: Child's car seat
BRAND: Paibi Bear
INJURIES
Voluntary
In the event of a car accident,
measures:
Withdrawal of the
the seat will not restrain the
child efficiently because it is
only made of fabric.
NAME: Cooler Convertible Baby Car Seat
Furthermore, a single release
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
button is required to remove a
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
child quickly in case of
emergency; while this product
DESCRIPTION: Child's car seat made only of fabric,
has four.
product from the
market.
with four separate straps to secure the child.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
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MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE
CATEGORY: Chemical products
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Tattoo ink/permanent make-up
The product contains nickel
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Styliderm
NAME: Eyeliner pigment colour and black pigment
(measured value: 20 mg/kg).
According to the Council of
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: black colour
Europe Resolution ResAP
(2008) on requirements and
Batch number/Barcode: batches 0712 EYE and 0712
criteria for the safety of tattoos
BLACK
and permanent make-up, nickel
DESCRIPTION: Capsule (0.5 ml) with black ink
level must be as low as
technically achievable as nickel
packed in a blister
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: France
product from the
market.
has a high allergenic potential.
The product does not comply
with the relevant national
legislation.
EU/ROMANIA
CATEGORY: fashion items
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: False nails
The notifying country qualified
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: La Mei La
the glue as a cosmetic product.
The glue contains dibutyl
NAME: Art nails
phthalate (DBP), which is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2611
classified as toxic to
Batch number/Barcode: unknown
DESCRIPTION: Set of plastic 10 finger false nails
with glue in a red tube supplied in a plastic bag.
product from the
market.
reproduction.
The product does not comply
with the Cosmetic Products
Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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EU/BULGARIA
CATEGORY: fashion items
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: False nails
The notifying country qualified
BRAND: Yazimj
the glue as a cosmetic product.
NAME: Fancy Nail Set
The glue contains dibutyl
phthalate (DBP), which is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. 02322 ,
classified as toxic to
YZMJ-8016
reproduction.
Batch number/Barcode: 9888627023227,
The product does not comply
502028070400502 (on sticker),
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
with the Cosmetic Products
Regulation.
2093300441442 (on sticker)
DESCRIPTION: Set of 12 red plastic nails, with glue.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Cosmetics
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Self-tanning product
The product contains
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Body drench
isobutylparaben, as indicated in
the list of ingredients on the
NAME: Quicktan Bronzing Mousse Medium Dark
bottle.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item no. 20659
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Exp-01/16 / Bar code:
with the Cosmetics Regulation.
653619206594
DESCRIPTION: Bronzing mousse packed in a brown
plastic pump bottle (125 ml) with a cap.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
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COUNTRY
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MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/BULGARIA
CATEGORY: fashion items
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: False nails
The notifying country qualified
BRAND: Yazimj
the glue as a cosmetic product.
NAME: Unknown
The glue contains dibutyl
phthalate (DBP), which is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item № 02320; YZMJ-
classified as toxic to
8016
reproduction.
Batch number/Barcode: 9 888627023203,
The product does not comply
2093300441411 and 028070 400502 02807;
with the Cosmetic Products
DESCRIPTION: False nails set containing 12 pcs
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
Regulation.
plastic nails, coloured in orange colour supplied with
a container with glue, labelled with „Dibutyl
phthalate“.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/BULGARIA
CATEGORY: fashion items
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: False nails
The notifying country qualified
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Yazimj
the glue as a cosmetic product.
The glue contains dibutyl
NAME: Unknown
phthalate (DBP), which is
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM № 02319; №
classified as toxic to
YZ8922
reproduction.
Batch number/Barcode: 9 888627023197,
The product does not comply
40050202807040050 and 2093300441404
with the Cosmetic Products
Regulation.
DESCRIPTION: False nails set containing 12 pcs
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
plastic nails, coloured in cyclamen colour and a
container with glue labelled with „Dibutyl phthalate“.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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AUSTRALIA
Edgelounge Enterprises Ptd Ltd (trading as Citrus
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Beat)—Mix Pack Durex Condoms sold on Groupon
The condoms may be
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
counterfeit products with
not use these
products.
These latex-safe condoms come in an assorted pack
defects such as holes in the
Customers are
including 'Extra Safe', 'Thin Feel' and 'Performa'
latex.
asked to
varieties.
HAZARDS
Only products supplied between 12 March 2015 and
The condoms may not prevent
dispose of the
10 April 2015 via www.groupon.com.au are affected.
pregnancy or protect users
products. Any
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
against sexually transmitted
consumers
concerned about
All units sold on-line via Groupon Australia Pty Ltd
between 12 March 2015 and 10 April 2015.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
diseases, which can result in
serious illness or death.
immediately
destroy and
their health should
seek medical
advice.
Edgelounge Enterprises Limited sold through
Groupon Australia Pty Ltd at www.groupon.com.au
SUPPLIER
Edgelounge Enterprises Limited
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
No
No picture available.
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EU/CYPRUS
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
STRANGULATION
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Children's jacket
The drawstrings in the
measures: Ban on
the marketing of
BRAND: Ativo collection
hood/neck area of the jacket
NAME: Unknown
can become trapped during
various activities of a child. A
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BS-40 Sample size: 4
loop can be created and
years
strangulation of the child may
Batch number/Barcode: 2800039408611
DESCRIPTION: Black coloured jacket set fastened
with a zip at the middle, intended for children up to 4
years old. The jacket bears drawstrings in the
hood/neck area.
the product and
any accompanying
measures.
occur.
The product does not comply
with the relevant European
standard EN 14682.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
CHEMICAL
PRODUCT: Leather gloves
The leather of the gloves
BRAND: Prince Leather
contains Chromium (VI)
NAME: Unknown
(measured value: 36.4 mg/kg).
Chromium (VI) is classified as
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
sensitising and may trigger
Batch number/Barcode: 2905 5425
Voluntary
measures:
Withdrawal of the
product from the
market.
allergic reactions.
DESCRIPTION: Beige leather gloves with a black
and white fabric lining (100% polyester); sample
sizes 7 and 7.5.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
STRANGULATION, INJURIES
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Girls' bikinis
The functional cords in the
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: TRIDAGNA
neck, back and hip area of the
NAME: Unknown
bikinis can become trapped
during various activities of a
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1.Mod D3009; 2. Mod
child, which could lead to
D3008
injuries and strangulation. The
Batch number/Barcode: 1. 0302700010014;
product does not comply with
the relevant European standard
2.0302500010016
EN 14682.
DESCRIPTION: 1. Dark blue bikini with white stars
and red cords to be tied in the neck, at the back and
hip area. 2. Colourful, patterned bikini with functional
cords to be tied in the neck and hip area, and at the
back.The outer cardboard label on the garments
carries the statement 'Made in Spain' while the label
says 'Made in China'. For girls up to 14 years.
Sample sizes 10 and 4.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Baby Coveralls
UNITS: About 20,000 (8,700 additional baby
Snaps on the coveralls can
detach, posing a choking
immediately stop
using the coveralls
coveralls were recalled in May 2014)
hazard to young children.
and contact J.
DESCRIPTION
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
This recall involves J. Crew baby coveralls in sizes
newborn to 2T. The coveralls were sold in various
The firm has received 10
refund.
Consumers who
reports of snaps detaching. No
purchased the
colors and designs including prints and stripes. A
injuries have been reported.
garments online
care label sewn into the inside left seam of the
garment lists the PO number, style number and “SU
’14.”
IMPORTER
J. Crew Group Inc., of New York, N.Y.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
Crew for a full
will receive
instructions for
returning the
coveralls, including
a postage-paid
shipping label.
J.Crew is
contacting
consumers who
bought the
coveralls directly.
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USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Children’s Pajama Sets
The children’s pajama sets fail
immediately take
UNITS: About 32,000
to meet federal flammability
the recalled
standards for children’s
pajamas away
DESCRIPTION
sleepwear, posing a risk of
from children, stop
This recall involves children’s pajamas from Roberta
burn injury to children.
Roller Rabbit by Roberta Freyman. The pajamas are
100% cotton, two-piece pajama sets sold in toddler
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
using them and
return them to
size 1 through youth 12. The sets were sold in two
None reported.
styles; long-sleeve with pants or short-sleeve with
Roberta Roller
Rabbit for
shorts. Both styles were sold in eighteen prints in
instructions on
receiving a free
various colors; Babar, Bump, Christopher, Colada,
replacement
Dino, Elephant, Goby, Hathi, Heart, Heebo, Moby,
pajama set or a full
Monkey, Owl, Rain, Rico, Scotty, Teddy, and
refund.
Ticochon. Roberta Roller Rabbit is identified on a
yellow label sewn into the neck and waist of both
the top and bottom. This recall includes all children’s
sleepwear garments with a sewn-in label at the
neck. Garments that are screen printed at the neck
are not affected.
IMPORTER
Roberta Roller Rabbit, of New York, N.Y.
MANUFACTURED IN: Peru
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
CHEMICAL
Voluntary
PRODUCT: Man's cap
The grey-green colour inside
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Coastguard
the sweatband contains azo
NAME: Unknown
dyes releasing the aromatic
amine 4-aminoazobenzene in a
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 70103-9999
concentration above the
Batch number/Barcode: 4 029148979746, ON.E-
market.
permitted limit of 30 mg/kg
2011/00445
(measured value of 4aminoazobenzene: 562 mg/kg
DESCRIPTION: Olive green cap with light brown
). The aromatic amine in
edging band, half belt on rear, adjustable with metal
question has a high allergenic
buckle, grey-green sweat-band on inside, Sample
size: 99
potential on exposure to the
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
product from the
skin and is known to be
carcinogenic.
The product does not comply
with the requirements of the
REACH Regulation.
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ADOPTED
USA
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Sensory Grab Garb Blankets
Wire-edged ribbon used in the
immediately stop
UNITS: About 125
blanket’s ribbon tags can
using these
become exposed, posing a
Sensory Grab Garb
laceration hazard to children.
blankets and
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
return them to the
store where
The firm has received one
purchased for a
blanket contains a white satin ribbon tag with the
report of a child that was
full refund or a
words “Goochie Goo Garbs” on it. The polka-dot
scratched by the wire that
ribbon tags are black, blue, green, pink or red ribbons
came out of the ribbon tag.
replacement
blanket.
NAME OF PRODUCT:
HAZARD:
Consumers should
Silk scarves
The scarves fail to meet the
federal flammability standard
immediately stop
using the recalled
for wearing apparel and pose a
scarves and
burn hazard to consumers.
contact Gena
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Accessories Inc.
for a full refund.
DESCRIPTION
The Sensory Grab Garb blanket is a 6-inch square of
soft fabric with crinkle paper inside and ribbon tags in
the middle of each of the four sides. One side of the
with white polka-dots. The blankets come in a variety
of child themed patterns including shapes, animals
and superhero themes. Only the 6-inch square
Sensory Grab Garb blankets with colored polka-dot
ribbon tags attached to the side of the blanket are
included in the recall.
IMPORTER
None reported.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
USA
UNITS: About 9,400
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Gena Accessories women’s silk
scarves. The recalled scarves measure 64 inches
long by 18 inches wide and were sold in the colors
None reported.
black, brown, burgundy, camel, fuchsia, green, grey,
lavender, light blue, light green, light pink, orange,
red, turquoise, white and yellow.
IMPORTER
Gena Accessories Inc., of New York, N.Y.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
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AUSTRALIA
Woolworths Ltd trading as EziBuy—Next Girls Geo
DEFECTS
Consumers should
Print Romper
Next Girls Geo Print Romper in
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
sizes 3-6 months to 2-3 years
immediately cease
using the Next
Next Girls Geo Print Romper in sizes 3-6 months to
only, are not labelled with the
Girls Geo Print
2-3 years. Style number 139396
required fire safety warning
Romper and return
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
label. The garment does not
comply with the mandatory
it to Ezibuy for a
full refund.
Garment can be identified by a code on the front of
standard for children's
the size label, with the first 6 digits of 901-382
nightwear and limited daywear,
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Ezibuy Limited via online store only
AS/NZS 1249:2003, as
amended by the regulation.
SUPPLIER
Next Girls Geo Print Romper in
Ezibuy Limited
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.ezibuy.com.au
No picture available.
sizes 3-4 years and above are
not affected.
HAZARDS
Incorrect labels could result in
the consumer being unaware
of the correct fire danger rating
of the garment, which is 'Low
Fire Danger'. They may pose a
fire hazard if they come into
contact with an exposed flame.
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SOFTLINES: SHOES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Babies' shoes
The shoes contain Chromium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: CAMELOT
(VI) (measured values up to
12.3 mg/kg).
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 20010/68
Chromium (VI) is sensitising
and may trigger allergic
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
reactions.
product from the
market.
DESCRIPTION: Pink leather shoes supplied in a
cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/SPAIN
CATEGORY: Protective equipment
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Safety boots
The upper and the tongue of
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Bellota
the boots contain Chromium
(VI) (measured value: 34.2
NAME: nonmetal
mg/kg).
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 72206, 72208B,
Chromium (VI) is sensitising
72209G
and may trigger allergic
Batch number/Barcode: 8414299233995,
reactions.
8414299581386, 8414299597691
The product does not comply
DESCRIPTION: Grey safety boots, type S1 and S3,
Class II with a protective composite toecap. The
boots are supplied in cardboard boxes.
with the requirements of the
Personal Protective Equipment
Directive.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The metal material of the
measures: Import
rejected at border.
BRAND: Dayfine accessories
necklace contains 2.6 % by
NAME: Unknown
weight of lead. Lead is harmful
to human health.
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 03-PUU-0471
The product does not comply
Batch number/Barcode: Bar code: 6419773771262
with the REACH Regulation.
DESCRIPTION: Metallic necklace with decorative
stones, approximately 38 cm long, silver-coloured
with green cube-shaped, decorative stones. The
necklace is packed in a transparent plastic bag. A
black cardboard price tag is attached to the necklace.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The product contains cadmium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
(measured value 16.3% by
weight). Cadmium causes
NAME: Fashion Jewelry
damage to organs if swallowed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 4906-3
or inhaled and may cause
Batch number/Barcode: 1306504906039
DESCRIPTION: Necklace in golden colour with a
pendant. A white plastic label is attached.
product from the
market.
cancer.
The product does not comply
with the REACH Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/THE
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The product contains cadmium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Unknown
(measured value 17.6% by
NAME: Fashion Jewelry
weight). Cadmium causes
damage to organs if swallowed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
or inhaled and may cause
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Necklace in gold colour with a
pendant in the shape of a shoe. A white plastic label
product from the
market.
cancer.
The product does not comply
with the REACH Regulation.
is attached.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The product contains cadmium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
(measured value 13.1% by
weight). Cadmium causes
NAME: Fashion Jewelry
damage to organs if swallowed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
or inhaled and may cause
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Necklace in gold colour with a
pendant in the shape of a “butterfly”, a white plastic
product from the
market.
cancer.
The product does not comply
with the REACH Regulation.
label is attached.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The product contains cadmium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
(measured value 24.1% by
weight). Cadmium causes
NAME: Fashion Jewelry
damage to organs if swallowed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
or inhaled and may cause
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Necklace in golden colour with
coloured stones. A white plastic label is attached.
product from the
market.
cancer.
The product does not comply
with the REACH Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING
COUNTRY
PRODUCT
DANGER
MEASURES
ADOPTED
EU/THE
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The product contains cadmium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
NETHERLANDS
BRAND: Unknown
(measured value 11.8% by
NAME: Fashion Jewelry
weight). Cadmium causes
damage to organs if swallowed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
or inhaled and may cause
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Necklace in colour gold with a
“flower” pendant. A white plastic label is attached.
product from the
market.
cancer.
The product does not comply
with the REACH Regulation.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
EU/THE
NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Jewellery
CHEMICAL
Compulsory
PRODUCT: Necklace
The product contains cadmium
measures:
Withdrawal of the
BRAND: Unknown
(measured value 17.7% by
weight). Cadmium causes
NAME: Fashion Jewelry
damage to organs if swallowed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
or inhaled and may cause
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Necklace in gold colour with a
pendant in the shape of children. A white plastic label
product from the
market.
cancer.
The product does not comply
with the REACH Regulation.
is attached.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
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