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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16-31 MARCH 2013
PRODUCT RECALLS THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 8
HARDGOODS Pages 9 to 17
TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 18 to 30
COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 31 to 32
SOFTLINES Pages 33 to 50
Audio Video and Household Appliances (6)
IT & Telecommunication (1)
Luminaries (4)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (2)
DIY, Tools and Hardware (1)
Home Furnishing & Houseware (11)
Sport & Leisure Goods (9)
Stationery and Office Supplies (1)
Textile and Clothing (24)
Shoes (8)
Bags and Accessories (1)
Jewelleries (2)
Toys (18)
Juvenile Products (8)
Cosmetics and Personal Care (1)
Household Care (1)
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
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PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Shoe-cleaning device
BRAND: Hydas
NAME: Station de Cirage
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KD-5002
Batch number/Barcode: Item No 8510/batch No 2910/CUG 632611/EAN 4004128007671
DESCRIPTION: Device for cleaning shoes with five different heads. It connects to the mains and has rechargeable batteries.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
FIRE AND BURNS
The batteries continue to charge beyond 150% of their capacity. This creates the risk of the batteries catching fire or exploding.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users
EU/POLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Tumble dryer
BRAND: Beko
NAME: Condenser Tumble Dryer
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DCU 7330, 7430. The recall affects models produced between May 2012 and November 2012.
Batch number/Barcode: 8690842347139
DESCRIPTION: Condenser tumble dryer; 7kg.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
FIRE
A capacitor may overheat leading to a fire.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the product from end users
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
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AUSTRALIA Vivo International Corporation Pty Ltd—Vivo 50" HD Plasma Television
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Vivo 50" high definition plasma television sold exclusively through BIG W stores.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model number: PTV50HD
Serial number ranges: 22091201001-22091202000 & 2209120001- 22091201000
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
BIG W stores
SUPPLIER
Vivo International Corporation Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.vivotvs.com
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The neck of the television stand may break unexpectedly.
HAZARDS
If the defect occurs, the television may dislodge from the stand and poses a potential crushing hazard to nearby consumers.
Consumers should cease using the stand immediately. Consumers may return the television to BIG W for a full refund or contact Vivo to have a replacement neck sent to them at no cost.
For further information please contact Vivo on (02) 8030 8996 Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm (AEST) or via email at [email protected] or visit the Vivo website www.vivotvs.com.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Bass Guitar Amplifiers
UNITS: About 388
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high and 9 inches deep and have a red front panel. The model and “tc electronic” are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier.
IMPORTER
TC Group Americas, of Kitchener, ON, Canada
MANUFACTURER: tc electronic, of Denmark
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
SuperCube 2000 Powered Subwoofers
UNITS
About 900
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves the SuperCube 2000 powered subwoofers with “0912HB” as part of a serial number printed on the back of the unit. The subwoofer measures 11 inches tall by 11 inches wide by 11 inches deep and has a black cloth grille wrapping all four sides with a glossy black top cap. “Definitive” is printed on the bottom front of the speaker.
IMPORTER
DEI Sales Inc., dba Definitive Technology, of Vista, Calif.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
An internal failure with the subwoofer’s level input jack (RCA jack) results in a shock hazard to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
The firm has received two reports of consumers who were shocked while handling the unit.
Voluntary recall
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Filtrete™ room air purifiers
UNITS: About 10,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air filter. They have a two-speed fan knob with Filtrete embossed on the top. The two recalled models are Ultra Quiet, number FAP00-RS, and Maximum Allergen, number FAP00-L, which was sold only at Lowe's stores. The products serial numbers begin with E, F, G, H, I or J and the model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product.
IMPORTER: 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan
HAZARD
The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
3M has received two incident reports: one of an air purifier overheating and another of an internal room air purifier filter catching fire. No injuries or property damage reported.
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION
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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
PRODUCT: Loudspeaker
BRAND: Sound Nod
NAME: Travel speaker for MP3
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: 6438148 001896
DESCRIPTION: Portable loudspeaker supplied with charger ("Travel charger", input AC 100 - 240 V, 50 Hz. Class II. Output: DC 6 V 350 mA). Sold in a black transparent package.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The charger poses a risk of electric shock because the creepage distances and clearances in the mains transformer between the primary windings and the secondary winding are insufficient.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60065.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market, and recall of the product from end users
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E&E: LUMINARIES
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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: Night-light
BRAND: Toyo
NAME: Luz Nocturna
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: 8435286396226
DESCRIPTION: Night-light with a switch on the front. The product is packed in a blister pack.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The product does not have sufficient mechanical strength and can break. As a result, it is possible for the user to access live internal parts when the night-light is inserted in a mains-socket outlet.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:: LED Light Bulbs
UNITS: About 554,000
DESCRIPTION
The 120-volt LED bulbs, sold as 6- 8- and 9-watt bulbs (equivalent to 40 or 50 watts), were marketed under the brand names Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania and Westinghouse. The model numbers A19, G25 and R20/PAR20 are found on the packaging and on the light-colored circular neck above the base of the bulb where the date code is also printed. The date code reflects the week and year of manufacture; for example date code L4010 was produced during the 40th week of 2010. The date codes listed below may have the letters "CH " or "MX " at the end.
IMPORTER: Lighting Science Group Corporation, of Satellite Beach, Fla.
MANUFACTURER: Citizen Electronics and Lighting Science Group
MANUFACTURED IN: China (with a small number of products having final assembly in Florida or Mexico)
HAZARD:
The bulbs can overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Lighting Science Group is aware of 68 incidents of product failures, eight of which were accompanied by visible smoke or fire conditions. The incidents include damage to light sockets, melted fixtures, burned rugs/carpet/ floors, damage to a circuit and to a lamp. There have been no reports of personal injuries.
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: LUMINARIES
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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Lighting chains
PRODUCT: Christmas lighting chain
BRAND: YJS
NAME: Luz de Arroz, Christmas Collection
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
1. 100 Lamps, No. 40537
2. 140 Lamps, No. 40544
Batch number/Barcode:
1. EAN: 8585030040537
2. EAN: 8585030040544
DESCRIPTION: Christmas lighting chains with non- replaceable, LED-type lamps, equipped with a flashing unit. The packaging is a cardboard box with a picture of two snowmen and marking "Light up your life this Christmas".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE
The product poses a risk of electric shock and burns because:
- The mechanical strength of the flashing unit is not sufficient and its cover can be fragmented, resulting in accessible live parts.
- The insulation material of the flashing unit is flammable.
- The cross-section area of the external wires is not sufficient and the wires could consequently overheat.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: Night-light
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Mini NightLight / Lampa na Spanie
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Moon light, Item No. Q2526549A, HEER X001 (on the plug)
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 859254826549
DESCRIPTION: Night-light made from white plastic material, with a cover made from textile with a metallic frame. Packed in blister.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND BURNS
The material of the lamp is not resistant to heat and may deform. As a result, the user may have direct access to live and hot parts.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: USB charger
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: USB Multi-Charge Cable
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: UNIT – 168 C, Item No. 7134358120, Model of adaptor: KX-1513 and KY-738A
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8590000343587
DESCRIPTION: USB charger supplied with an adaptor for cars, a self-winding cable, USB connector and connectors of various types. Packed in a blister.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The charger poses a risk of electric shock because:
- it does not have adequate mechanical strength and the material from which it is made is not sufficiently resistant to heat. As a result, the charger may break or deform and live parts may become accessible;
- the clearances and creepage distances in the transformer are not sufficient.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Three-way socket adaptor
BRAND: EM Home
NAME: 3-hole socket adaptor
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8302616
Batch number/Barcode: 8435269926167
DESCRIPTION: Three-way socket adaptor in the shape of a transparent plastic cross in blue or green colour. The adaptor comes in transparent blister packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
If the consumer inserts a conducting object in the cells, he/she can access live parts and receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE
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AUSTRALIA Briggs & Stratton Corporation—Victa and Powerup Brand Walk-Behind Lawnmowers
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Briggs & Stratton engines in the following Victa and Powerup walk-behind lawnmowers manufactured from 3 December 2012 to 28 February 2013:
Powerup - model # 46TB5 Bronco - model # BRA486 Corvette 500 - model # GCS464 Hawk - model # KCS464 Lawnkeeper - model # LCS464 Commando - model # CCC464 Pace - model # PCS464 Vantage - model # VCS464 Vantage - model # VMS464
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Lawnmower serial number ranges:
Powerup - model # 46TB5 from 2016383557 to 2016383616 Bronco - model # BRA486 from 2016288571 to 2016409633 Corvette 500 - model # GCS464 from 2016271636 to 2016410708 Hawk - model # KCS464 from 2016344525 to 2016407972 Lawnkeeper - model # LCS464 from 2016311432 to 2016407874 Commando - model # CCC464 from 2016344635 to 2016344734 Pace - model # PCS464 from 2016352199 to 2016410858 Vantage - model # VCS464 from 2016330261 to 2016410059 Vantage - model # VMS464 from 2016318677 to 2016409009
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Units were sold by major / independent hardware stores and distributors, as well as through Victa and Power Up dealers.
SUPPLIER
Briggs & Stratton Corporation
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.briggsandstratton.com/eu/en
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The engine cover can limit the travel of the throttle control lever, affecting its ability to contact the stop switch.
HAZARDS
The engine on affected mowers cannot be turned off in the normal manner. The defect would be evident on new units during first use.
Discontinue use of the lawnmower immediately and contact Briggs & Stratton to determine if the machine is affected.
To arrange for a free inspection and repair, consumers can call toll-free between 8:30am – 5:00pm AEST at 1800 356 632 or visit the company website at http://www.briggsandstratton.com/eu/en/support/recalls or e-mail to [email protected] or contact any Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealer.
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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Lighters
PRODUCT: Novelty lighters
BRAND: SCHWARZ ROT PROST
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LC 39022
Batch number/ Barcode: 9901012830008
DESCRIPTION: Refillable and magnetic novelty lighter made of silver plastic in the form of a bottle opener.
It has a nozzle for recharging with a regulator of the flame.
The length is 14.0 cm and 4.5 cm in the width area.
The packaging is a plastic blister with a cardboard pad where information about warnings, barcode and importer's details are provided.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
BURNS AND FIRE
The products pose a risk of burns and fire because of their attractiveness to children, especially those under 51 months of age.
The products do not comply with the Commission Decision 2006/502 EC prohibiting the placing on the market of novelty lighters.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from consumers
EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Furniture
PRODUCT: Folding chair
BRAND: AFM
NAME: ROLF CHROME
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Folding chair without armrests, with a plastic seat and backrest. Product in plastic packaging
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Ukraine
INJURIES
The mechanical strength of the chair is insufficient. The chair could distort during use causing the user to fall.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 13761.
Voluntary measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
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EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: grids for ovens
MANUFACTURED IN: Turkey
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of nickel (0.6 mg/kg - ppm) from grids for ovens from Turkey
re-dispatch
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: deep fryer
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of nickel (9.1 mg/kg - ppm) from deep fryer from China
re-dispatch
EU/GERMANY
PRODUCT: arge spice mill (for Mediterranean sea salt)
MANUFACTURED IN: United Kingdom
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
foreign body (pieces breaking off) in large spice mill (for Mediterranean sea salt) from the United Kingdom
withdrawal from the market
EU/POLAND
PRODUCT: melamine plates
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of formaldehyde (between 7.2 and 24 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine plates from China
informing authorities
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: various pans
MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
inner coating peeling off (small swollen areas spread over the surface) from various pans from Taiwan
import not authorised
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: steel roasters
MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of nickel (0.3 mg/kg - ppm) from steel roasters from Hong Kong
re-dispatch
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: stainless steel multifunctional pocket knife
MANUFACTURED IN: Chine
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of chromium (0.4 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel multifunctional pocket knife from China
import not authorised
EU/IESTONIA
PRODUCT: multi-purpose shovels
MANUFACTURED IN: Chine
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
too high level of total migration (53.2 mg/dm²) from multi-purpose shovels from China
placed under customs seals
EU/POLAND
PRODUCT: ceramic cups
MANUFACTURED IN: United Kingdom
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of cadmium (between 0.262 and 0.352 mg/item) from ceramic cups from China
withdrawal from the market
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
PRODUCT: Via ferrata set
BRAND: Edelrid
NAME: Civetta, Brenta, Brenta de Luxe, Brenta, Comfort, Tofana
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Serial Nos: 71695, 71696, 71676, 71702, 71699
Batch number/Barcode: The recall concerns all batches from 2006 to 2013. Older items of the same types from 2003 - 2005 are not concerned, as their maximum period of use has expired and they should be disposed of.
DESCRIPTION: Energy absorbing system for via ferrata.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
INJURIES
The properties of the rope brake can vary with age and wear of the rope. A stiffer rope in the rope brake with a worn surface causes an increase in the impact force. In combination with a weakening of the elasticated webbing branches as a result of use, this may lead to the product failing in the event of a fall causing the user to fall from a height to the ground.
The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment directive.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the product from end users. Withdrawal of the product from the market. Warning to consumers of the risks.
AUSTRALIA Huffy Corporation—Handlebar Bolts for Blue 20" Huffy Slider
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Huffy Slider is a three wheeled ride-on toy sold in a blue version with moulded rear wheels and an oversized front tyre with a steel frame.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Batch numbers: 34612E, 34712E, 34812E, 34912E, 35012E (Batch numbers located on a white sticker under the seat.) Item number: 98210Z - Blue
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
K-Mart
SUPPLIER
Huffy Corporation
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.huffy.com
DEFECTS
In the affected batch only, the bolts supplied to fasten the handlebar to the Huffy Slider® are of insufficient length. Although the correct bolts should be 25mm long, 20mm bolts have been supplied in error. This only applies to Huffy Sliders® with the above batch numbers and sold between the dates above.
HAZARDS
If the handlebar with the incorrect bolt is fitted, the child using the slider may lose control , resulting in fall injuries.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Huffy Corporation on free call 1800 224 094 to receive replacement bolts sent directly to you free of charge. For more information please visit www.huffy.com.
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
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AUSTRALIA Kmart Australia Limited—Homemaker 2.5L Stainless Steel Pump Pot
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
A stainless steel pump pot featuring a black carry handle and capable of holding 2.5 litres of liquid
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
APN: 9300806692555
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Kmart Australia Limited
SUPPLIER
Kmart Australia Limited
No picture available.
DEFECTS
Hot liquid contents may be released via the spout unexpectedly.
HAZARDS
If hot water is released, it may result in serious burns or scalding.
Consumers should cease using this product immediately and return it to a Kmart store for a full refund.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes
UNITS: 2,800
DESCRIPTION
Magura MT 6 and MT 8 hydraulic disc brakes are being recalled. The brakes consist of a brake lever and master cylinder that attach to the handlebars, a hose that runs between the master cylinder and the caliper which attaches to the rear wheel.
The MT 6 brake system is black and silver. The MT 8 brake system is black and red. Both brake systems have the Magura logo and letters “MT” on the master cylinder, and the word “Magura” on the caliper. The word “Six” is on the brake lever of the MT 6 and the word “Eight” is on the brake lever of the MT 8.
MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems with manufacture date codes between March 1, 2011 and May 31, 2012 are being recalled. A date code in format Y/MM/DD between 10301 and 20531 is located on the caliper. Additionally, all MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems without date codes are being recalled.
IMPORTER: Magura USA, of Olney, Ill.
MANUFACTURER: Magura Germany
MANUFACTURED IN: Bad Urach, Germany
HAZARD:
The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles
UNITS: About 110,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves all Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II rubber handles attached to weight pockets, including the following models: Axiom, Axiom i3, Balance, Black Diamond, Dimension, Libra, Lotus, Pearl, Pearl i3, Pro LT, Pro QD, Pro QDi3 and Zuma buoyancy compensators. The SureLock II handles are gray rubber and measure about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide. The buoyancy compensator’s model name is embroidered on the inside back pad or the weight pocket’s right lobe. “SureLock” is molded into the back of the weight pocket.
IMPORTER
Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.
MANUFACTURED IN: China and Mexico
HAZARD:
The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Aqua Lung is aware of 236 reports of handles detaching from the weight pockets. There are no reported injuries.
Voluntary recall.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Cargo Bike
UNITS: About 1,000
DESCRIPTION
The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels, and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in orange, black or blue. The word “Mundo” is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and “Yuba” is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate.
IMPORTER: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD:
Passengers’ feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.
Voluntary recall.
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
PRODUCT: Mountain bicycles
BRAND: X-RACE
NAME:
1. Arrow
2. Speed
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
1. Full Suspension FS 26, No: HW12022805
2. No. PL0509
Batch number/Barcode:
1. EAN code: 8594037104685,
2. EAN code: 8594037104616
DESCRIPTION:
1) Metallic red and white mountain bicycle with 26” wheels, suspended front and rear forks, two independent braking assembles.
2) Blue and white mountain bicycle, size 24”, with non-suspended frame and fork.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic
INJURIES
The handlebar stem and the crank assembly are not sufficiently strong and could break causing the rider to fall.
The products do not comply with the relevant standard EN 14766.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Withdrawal of the product from the market
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Bell Full Throttle Bike Helmets
UNITS: About 2,500
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves Bell Full Throttle, full coverage bicycle motocross (BMX) helmets with a chin bar. The all-black helmets have UPC code 035011 937052 and part number 1009159 printed on a label on the side of the helmet shell. The Bell logo is affixed to the front and lower side of the helmet.
Importer: Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, Calif.
MANUFACTURER: MHR
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
The buckle on the helmet’s safety strap can release in an accident and allow the helmet to fall off the rider, posing a risk of head injury.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported
Voluntary recall.
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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets
UNITS
About 2,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada
DESCRIPTION
This recall involves WRSI Moment and Trident models whitewater kayaking and rafting helmets. They have a black chinstrap with a black plastic buckle and were sold in sizes S/M and M/L. "WRSI" is printed under or on top of the helmet's visor. WRSI's "Wave Logo" is visible on the back of the Moment helmet. "WRSI" is printed vertically on the back of the Trident helmet. The part number is printed on the hang tag of both models.
IMPORTER
Whitewater Technology Associates, LC, dba Whitewater Research & Safety Institute (WRSI), of Park City, Utah.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
WRSI is aware of 10 incidents of chinstrap failures. No injuries have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
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HARDGOODS: STATIONERY AND OFFICE SUPPLIES
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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: School pencil case
BRAND: Stylex
NAME: Toppoint
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
1. Product ref. 47309
2. Product ref. 47310
Batch number/Barcode:
1. Product ref. 47309 - batch BB/BA
2. Product ref. 47310- batch BB/BA
Barcode: 4 044186 473100
DESCRIPTION: Zipped, folding pencil case with timetables, crayons, pencils, rubber, pencil sharpener, ruler and cartridges.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the crayons contain up to 2.7 % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).
According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy can be placed in the mouth by children.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Soft toy
BRAND: La Galleria
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Small, soft, stuffed, toy brown bear cub with white clothes – 17 cm. Sold without packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHOKING
The product poses the risk of choking because small parts (eyes) could be easily detached, put into the mouth and swallowed.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Fancy dress outfit
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Baby costume "Pequeno Heroi de Negro", Baby costume "Little Black Baby"
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 8269, size: 3-4 years
Barcode: 5602029092520
DESCRIPTION: Children's black fancy dress outfit including a shirt, trousers, red belt, eye mask and cape.
The packaging is a transparent plastic bag with a hanger including a card bearing the importer's details, size, model number, composition, barcode, care instructions and warnings.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with loose ends in the neck area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Soft toy
BRAND: Lihong
NAME: Activity & Sport
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 998010, Item No. S18
Barcode: 5602259980109
DESCRIPTION: Soft toy in the form of a yellow and red piglet with a pink snout. Packed in a transparent plastic bag sealed with a card on which a label is affixed. The front label indicates the item, warnings and origin, and the back label indicates the importer's contact details, warnings, reference, barcode, CE marking and age restriction symbol.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (eyes) can be detached and swallowed by small children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Plastic dolls
BRAND: Success Toys
NAME: Beauty Fashion Star
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model YS1208B
Barcode: 8435234911532
DESCRIPTION: A set of two dolls (a large and small one), with accessories: bag, brush, boots, baby's bottle and buggy. The packaging is a cardboard box with a transparent window, which bears an age warning and the importer's details.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the small doll contains 10.5% of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) by mass.
According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Toy gun shooting set
BRAND: Shoot
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 919 and NGZ9412362
Batch number/Barcode: 6991294123626
DESCRIPTION: Children´s plastic gun set with 2 sorts of plastic projectiles: 3 balls and 3 projectiles with suction cups. The packaging is a blister with a cardboard back sheet containing information related to age grading and warnings, barcode, importer details and playing instructions.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL AND CHOKING
The product poses a chemical risk because the suction cups of the projectiles contain 7.24 % by weight of DEHP and 4.52 % by weight of DPB. In addition the product contains 2.45 % by weight of DINP.
According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children
In addition, the product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups can be detached and could be swallowed by small children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/CZECH REPUBLIC
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Soft toy
BRAND: Love Mate
NAME: Recordable Plush Toy
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 216032078150
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8592548320785
DESCRIPTION: Plush toy teddy bear, approximate size 250 mm, designed for children from 3 years old. Packed in a transparent plastic box with a paper insert marked: "Love Mate", "Recordable Plush Toy" and pictograms for replacement batteries.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING AND CHEMICAL
The product poses a choking and chemical risk because the battery compartment is accessible and can be easily opened. As a result, children have access to the batteries and may put them in the mouth and swallow them.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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AUSTRALIA Vimwood Australia—Assorted Children's Character Watches
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Digital character watches, including Batman, Scooby Doo, Superman, Dora the Explorer, Peppa the Pig and Thomas the Tank Engine
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
WAL126132 - Batman WAL126133 - Superman WAL126135 - Dora WAL126136 - Peppa Pig WAL126137 - Thomas the Tank Engine WAL126149 - Scooby Doo
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Sold nationally through Best & Less and BIG W
SUPPLIER
Vimwood Australia
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The cover at the back of the watch is not securely affixed and young children may gain access to the internal button battery during play.
HAZARDS
If young children gain access to the button battery and ingest it, they may suffer internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness and even death.
Immediately cease using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact Vimwood Australia to arrange to receive a refund or a replacement watch. For further information, please contact Vimwood Australia on 02 8596 6400 or go to our website at www.vimwood.com.au and click on contact us.
EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Scooter
BRAND: Alu U-Play
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: CSL19T-INTF, Factory: 1AA; Date of manufacture: July 2012
Batch number/Barcode: 3569700012371
DESCRIPTION: Aluminium scooter; dimensions 62 x 29.5 x 72 cm. Colours: pink and blue. According to packaging, “for users aged four and over”. Maximum load: 50 kg. Torque 8 NM
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The space between the front wheel and the body of the toy is not sufficient. The scooter’s steering column is not strong enough and may collapse causing falls.
In addition, the product poses the risk of injuries due to the presence of accessible sharp edges on the insides of the handlebars
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users
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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Soft toy
BRAND: Sesamedad
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8581234564077
DESCRIPTION: Plush figurine dressed in red jacket, short trousers with yellow belt and scarf, wearing a blue cap with a small bell on the top. (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT)
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts (the small bell on the cap) that can be easily detached and swallowed by children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Toy gun set
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Police Prowess
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 538A, Super police, reference No. 60214
Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8585030060214
DESCRIPTION: Children´s plastic gun set with two projectiles with suction cups. The toy is packed in a blister pack marked with information about the importer, CE marking and the barcode.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL AND CHOKING
The product poses a chemical risk because the material of the suction cups contains 7.23 % by weight of DEHP and 7.10 % by weight of DPB. In addition, it contains 3.23 % by weight of DINP.
The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups could be placed in the mouth by children and block the airways.
According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
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PRODUCT: Doll with pony
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Girls Fashion
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 181 (on the packaging), Babyka N: 65271 (on the label)
Batch number/Barcode: 858503065271
DESCRIPTION: Set comprising a plastic doll with three dresses and a plastic pony. Packed in a cardboard box.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The plastic material used for the head of the doll contains 35.8 % by weight of DEHP. The plastic material of the pony contains 39.3 % by weight DEHP.
According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Set of two plastic dolls
BRAND: Unknown
NAME: Devil
TYPE/NUMBER OF MOdel: Babyka N: 67879
Batch number/Barcode: 8585030067879
DESCRIPTION: Toy set comprised of two plastic dolls – vampires. Packed in a cardboard box with a transparent opening at the front.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The products pose a chemical risk because the plastic material of the heads of the dolls contains respectively 35.9% and 39.9 % by mass bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the plastic material of the shoes contains respectively 4.77% and 0.83 % by mass bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures:
Warning consumers of the risks.
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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Toy police set
BRAND: San Jia Cheng
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1108A
Batch number/Barcode: 6949987301103
DESCRIPTION: Toy police set comprised of 1 black & brown gun, 1 blue & white pistol, 6 black projectiles with pink suction cups and a pair of grey plastic handcuffs. Packaged in a blister on cardboard.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The suction cups can be easily removed from the projectiles and could be put in the mouth and block the airways.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Compulsory measures:
Import rejected at border
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Toy gun set
BRAND: Rongye Toys
NAME: Police Gun
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8811
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Set consisting of 2 toy guns and 8 orange projectiles with suction cups. Packaged in a blister on cardboard.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The projectiles are too short and the suction cups could be put in the mouth and block the airways.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Compulsory measures:
Import rejected at border
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PRODUCT: Soft toy
BRAND: Mikro
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
#YS6678, 91297
Batch number/Barcode:
EAN: 8592117912977
DESCRIPTION: Soft toy made from black and red textile material, with a length of approximately 20 cm. The doll has a red ribbon on the top of the head, two small bells in the ears as earrings, big red lips and it is holding a red heart in the right hand.
The toy has an attached paper label with information about the importer and a barcode.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking due to the presence of small parts (the small bells) which can be easily detached and may be swallowed by children.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
EU/UNITED KINGDOM
CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Bow and arrow set
BRAND: Hawkins Bazaar
NAME: Wooden Bow and Arrows
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 12939
Barcode: 5038728071663
Batch: G12
DESCRIPTION: A wooden bow with white string and three arrows with suction cup ends. The bow and arrows are attached to a cardboard backing that when opened forms a target. The wooden arrows are comprised of 3 parts – a long wooden shaft, suction cup and a short, wooden, tubular component. The suction cup is secured to the tubular component using a wooden dowel and the shaft is inserted into the other end of the tubular component and secured with glue.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING AND INJURIES
The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cup and wooden tubular component may easily break off from the shaft and may be swallowed by children.
The product poses a risk of injuries if the arrows are fired without the suction cups.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the product from end users
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PRODUCT: Rattle set
BRAND: Chou Jang Toys.
NAME: Baby sway bell
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. S03
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: A set of three plastic rattles in the shape of an orange teddy bear, green four-leaf clover with a ball in the middle and a pink flower with a ball in the middle. Packed in a plastic transparent bag closed with a coloured, printed fastener with marking "Baby Sway Bell".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses the risk of choking because the pink flower rattle can easily break, releasing small parts, and the handle of the item is too long and could get stuck in the mouth of the child.
The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Basic Beat BB201 standard egg shaker
UNITS: About 6,500
DESCRIPTION
These recalled egg-shaker toy instruments are plastic, egg-shaped instruments sold in five colors: yellow, green, blue, red and purple. The toy instruments are about the size of small eggs and have a "Basic Beat" label printed on the front of the product. The product is marked for children ages 3 years and older but West Music is concerned with the possibility of the egg being used by or near a younger child. The toy instruments have Lot Number 0E0212 located on the bottom of the roundest part of the egg.
MANUFACTURER
Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
West Music has received three reports of ends popping off, with no injuries reported.
Voluntary recall.
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AUSTRALIA Bugaboo International BV—Bugaboo Cameleon 3
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This recall involves the carry handles on Bugaboo Cameleon 3 model strollers with detachable carrycots/seats. The strollers were sold with a base, sun canopy and other accessories in various colours. A fabric tag on the side of the sun canopy has the Bugaboo brand name and the model number.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Strollers included in the recall have a serial number that falls within the range listed below. Serial numbers are printed on the stroller's chassis, located under the carrycot/seat.
Serial numbers: S/N 190101115300001 to S/N 190105124800215
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Nursery hardware retailers and specialist stores
SUPPLIER
Bugaboo International BV
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.bugaboo.com
DEFECTS
The carry handle may break.
HAZARDS
If the defect occurs, the stroller may present a fall hazard to the child.
Consumers should remove the carry handle from the affected strollers and contact Bugaboo at www.bugaboo.com/carryhandle to fill out a request form for a new carry handle, which will be sent by mail. Consumers can continue to use the strollers while waiting for delivery of the replacement handle.
For further information, consumers may contact the Bugaboo service department on 02 9091 0322 and select extension 1 from the available options.
AUSTRALIA Coolkidz Australia Pty Ltd—UPPAbaby ALTA Stroller
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
UPPAbaby ALTA Stroller
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
ALTA
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
The product has been sold online and through nursery hardware stores.
SUPPLIER
Coolkidz Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.coolkidz.net.au
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The tether strap is not labelled in accordance with the Consumer Protection Notice No. 8 of 2007. The tether strap failed to include the following caution: "WARNING: USE THIS STRAP TO STOP THE PRAM/STROLLER ROLLING AWAY".
HAZARDS
Consumers will not be alerted to the roll away hazard because the strap is not marked with the mandatory warning.
To organise for a replacement tether strap please e-mail Coolkidz at the following address: [email protected]. Please include your name and address. Once received, the old tether is to be removed and have the replacement attached.
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AUSTRALIA Curaden Swiss—Curaprox Pacifiers
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Baby dummies and straps
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
CMP101, CMP102, CMPH201, CMPH202
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Pharmacies and dental practises
SUPPLIER
Curaden Swiss
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://curaden.com.au
No picture available.
DEFECTS
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Consumer Protection Notice No.4 2006. In particular, the product does not have a ring or handle, the dummies are packaged with a strap (in error) and the packaging is not marked with the following statement:
WARNING DO NOT TIE SOOTHER AROUND BABY'S NECK AS IT PRESENTS A STRANGULATION DANGER.
HAZARDS
The lack of a ring or handle on the dummy may pose a choking hazard to the child. In addition, a parent may not realise the danger posed by attaching a soother to the baby's neck.
Cease using the product immediately. Call Curaden Swiss Toll Free on 1800 07 999 5 for further information and to organise a refund.
AUSTRALIA Western Star Trucks—Dennis Eagle DE Steering Bolts
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Dennis Eagle DE Steering Bolts
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: FSDE12 Target: 274
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Western Star Trucks
SUPPLIER
Western Star Trucks Australia
No picture available.
DEFECTS
A certain number of our Dennis Eagle vehicles may have, during the course of having a modification carried out to improve steering geometry, not had the correct torque applied to the fasteners on the steering arms both upper and lower. If failure occurs to these fasteners, loss of control of the steering of the vehicle can occur.
HAZARDS
This condition may potentially result in loss of control of the steering of the vehicle potentially causing an accident.
Letter are being sent to affected owners.
When you contact your selling dealer, refer to campaign number FSDE12. The recall will take a maximum of 1 hour and will be performed at no charge to you.
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Baby high chairs
UNITS: About 1,100
DESCRIPTION: This recall includes Eat model high chairs in red, black, green, purple, navy, orange, and brown. The model number BH2104 is located on a label on the back of the high chair. The word “babyhome” is printed on one leg of the chair and the word “eat” is printed on the opposite leg of the chair. The high chairs have a nylon fabric seat with a plastic tray and metal frame. The high chairs measure about 36 inches high and 24 inches wide. There is a printed white “babyhome” logo shaped like a backwards letter “h” on the seatback. The recalled high chairs have lot numbers: BH00301/01-2012, BH00303/07-2012, BH00304/09-2012 and BH00304/09-2012. The lot numbers are located on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the footrest.
IMPORTER: BabyHome USA, Inc., of Chester, N.J.
MANUFACTURER: BabyHome SA., of Sabadell, Spain
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
The front opening between the tray and seat bottom of the high chair can allow a child’s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children when the child is not harnessed.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported.
Voluntary recall.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
Cherry model strollers
UNITS
About 830
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes the iCandy Cherry stroller only in the colors Fudge (light-medium brown) and Liquorice (red and black). The iCandy Cherry stroller system has a telescopic folding frame where a seat, bassinet or infant carrier car seat can be placed. The seat unit features three recline positions, adjustable footrest, 5-point safety harness, removable canopy and removable bumper bar. There is a printed white cherry logo on the rear of the seat unit.
IMPORTER: iCandy America Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
MANUFACTURER
iCandy World Ltd, of Bedfordshire, UK
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
The opening between the bumper bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant’s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
None reported.
Voluntary recall.
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usa NAME OF PRODUCT: Bugaboo Cameleon3 Strollers
UNITS: About 9,200 in the U.S. and 960 in Canada
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves the Bugaboo Cameleon3 strollers. The stroller has an aluminum and plastic frame with rubberized wheels, a removable seat and bassinet, a removable “U”-shaped carry handle, an under-the-seat storage bag and a sun canopy. The bassinet, seat and sun canopy come in a variety of colors. The removable carry handle is used to transport the bassinet or seat separately from the chassis. The words “Bugaboo” and “Cameleon3” appear on a fabric tag on the side of the sun canopy. Strollers included in the recall have serial numbers from 19010 11153 00001 to 19010 51248 00215. Serial numbers are printed on a horizontal bar of the stroller’s chassis beneath the seat.
IMPORTER: Bugaboo Americas, of El Segundo, Calif.
MANUFACTURER: Bugaboo International B.V., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD
The stroller’s carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
Bugaboo has received 16 reports of carry handles breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT:
PT Domusindo Perdana drop-side cribs
UNITS: About 73,000
DESCRIPTION
This recall includes 14 models of PT Domusindo Perdana wooden drop-side cribs. The name, model number and date codes are printed on the plywood mattress board.
IMPORTER
JC Penney Corp., of Plano, Texas
MANUFACTURER
PT Domusindo Perdana, of Indonesia
MANUFACTURED IN: Indonesia
HAZARD: The cribs' drop
sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES
CPSC and the firm are aware of three incidents involving drop side rails that malfunctioned or detached. No injuries were reported.
Voluntary recall.
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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT: Tattoo ink
BRAND: Fantasia
NAME: Flesh Tone
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 3026
Batch: 1758 Model: 30 ml
DESCRIPTION: Tea rose tattoo ink in a 30 ml plastic bottle.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 196 ppm of barium, 61 ppm of chromium and 1170 ppm of zirconium.
According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008) on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, the level of barium may not exceed 50 ppm and the level of chromium may not exceed 0.2 ppm.
The product does not comply with the national legislation.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the product from end users
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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Food-imitating products
PRODUCT: Naphthalene
BRAND: Euro Crown
NAME: Naphthalene ball
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Naphthalene, round shape and white colour, in polyethylene bags each containing 15 pieces.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, colour and size, it may be mistaken for foodstuff. This may lead children to put pieces in their mouth, suck or ingest them, which could entail the risk of choking.
The product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Trousers
BRAND: Zeeman
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 2015269502224, C.50221 C50222 and C50223
DESCRIPTION: Jogging trousers made of dark blended fabric.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the black textile contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (140 mg/kg).
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the product from end users
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s outfit
BRAND: Linke
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Т7013 LYC2
Batch number/Barcode: 6125654599473
DESCRIPTION: Clothing outfit, consisting of two parts, intended for children aged 7-14 years. The top has long sleeves and is fastened with a zip. The colour is a combination of red and blue. The trousers are long and black and supplied with cords in the waist area. The top and trousers have an embroidered emblem in an oval shape with the inscription LNK; sizes S, M, L and XL.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long and which have not been fixed to the garment in at least one point equidistant from the exit points.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirt
BRAND: Motorsportbutik
NAME: Rally Sweden
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number QVBO006
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Grey sweatshirt with a zip, blue and white decorations and blue sealed functional cords in the hood. Sizes 86-140 cm.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Import rejected at border
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Solymar
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 12427
Batch number/Barcode: 0001242700062
DESCRIPTION: Girls' striped bikini. The top part is a halter-neck with black, white and pink horizontal stripes, ending in 2 cords with free ends to be tied around the neck and 2 black cords that are to be tied at the back. The bottom part has the same pattern with a plain black back, and has one pair of black decorative cords on the right-hand side with a length of less than 140 mm.
Sizes: 6-14.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied in the back area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Energier’s
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Swimmy Beachwear, code: 120-28-68, driver: 28-68
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in orange, pink or turquoise. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 cords that are to be tied at the back. Both parts are decorated with multi-coloured flower patterns. Sizes: 6-14 years.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords that are to be tied at the back area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Rosso Kid’s
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: XS 0970
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in red. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 red cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 white cords that are to be tied at the back, ending with fruit style toggles. The top and bottom parts are decorated with multi-coloured fruit patterns. The bottom part has 2 pairs of functional cords (one red and one white) at each side (length: 280 mm), ending in fruit style toggles. Sizes: 9/10, 11/12.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the back in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Rae
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.: light blue
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in light blue. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 cords that are to be tied at the back. The top is decorated with multi-coloured patterns of rainbows, hearts and flowers and the inscriptions “holidays”, “Love” (right side) and “Pretty Girl” (left side) and a bow in the centre. The bottom part has a sash around the waist area, ending in a bow with small free ends (less than 360 mm). Sizes: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied in the back area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Mi and Mi
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model Lamia
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' multi-coloured bikini (khaki, dark brown, light brown and white patterns). The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 beige cords with free ends in the neck area. There are also 2 beige cords to be tied at the back. Both parts are decorated with golden coloured skulls.
Size: 6
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords to be tied in the back area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Boys' swimming shorts
BRAND: Sasouma
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: JS 07-104
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Boys' swimming shorts in red with two outer pockets. The shorts are decorated with big white flower patterns. The garment bears 2 white drawstrings in the waist area that protrude by 280 mm and 2 white drawstrings at the bottom hem that protrude by 200 mm. Sizes: 6, 8.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area and in the lower edges of the garment.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Solymar
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: 12420, color: 03
Batch number/Barcode: 0001240200062
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 orange cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 orange cords that are to be tied in the back area. The top has thin multi-coloured horizontal stripes. The bottom part is orange coloured and bears a multi-coloured thin belt. Sizes: 6-14.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied in the back area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Dolci Sogni
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model Cat, article pink blue.
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with a blue and a pink cord with free ends in the neck area. It also has 2 blue cords to be tied at the back. The right side of the top is pink and the left side is blue, both are decorated with coloured patterns of cat paws. There is also a small picture of a yellow cat on the right side. The bottom part is in pink and decorated with cat paws. It has 2 pairs of blue functional cords at each side with a length of 160 mm.
Sizes: 6/8, 8/10, 10/12
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords that are to be tied in the back area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Reef Code
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: BP500
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a light green halter-neck style top with black cords, with no loose ends in the neck or the back area. The bottom is black and has 2 pairs of light green functional cords at each side (length: 190 mm), ending in 2 black beads and knots. Sizes: 8, 10, 12.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Elemar
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.: 126-0-00A, code: 0-1803142-00
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 red cords with free ends in the neck. The top is black at the back with black and white squares in front, decorated with yellow and orange rose patterns. The bottom part is red and has a pair of decorative cords (same pattern as on the top) on the left-hand side (length: 150 mm). Size: 104 (4 years).
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' skirt
BRAND: Original marines
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model ANAO452NA
Batch number/Barcode:
2000156357025
DESCRIPTION: Denim skirt intended for children up to 7 years old, with cords in the waist area which protrude more than 140 mm at each end when the garment has been fully opened and laid flat. In the lower section there is an embroidered "Smurf" picture with an attached ribbon on the Smurf’s hat. There are also two hearts made of colourful fabric with embroidered patterns at the ends, and textile and paper labels are attached to the garment.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long and have not been fixed to the garment in at least one point equidistant from exit points.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' skirt
BRAND: Original marines
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model ANA3542BA2
Batch number/Barcode:
2 000155 648032
DESCRIPTION: Grey knitted skirt intended for children aged 7-14, with cords in the waist area whose free ends protrude more than 140 mm at each end when the garment has been fully opened and laid flat. The cords are not secured against unravelling. The garment has two embroidered letters, “o” and “m”, in purple colour with a brown and yellow ribbon attached to them.
There are textile and paper labels attached to the garment.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long and have not been fixed to the garment in at least one point equidistant from exit points.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s trousers
BRAND: Cocoline
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HR-2242
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Trousers intended for small children up to 7 years of age, supplied with a satin cord in the waist area whose free ends are longer than 300 mm. There are two pockets on the front of the trousers, which are available in pink, grey and purple colours. The indicated sizes are 4-6.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES The product poses the risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set
BRAND: Pipetto Kids wear
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 7895-98-3
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit in two parts – a top in grey colour with a zip, long pink sleeves and a hood with a red textile cord, the ends of which have been secured against unravelling by means of a hot seal. On the front there is a printed pattern of a boy on a bicycle, stars, and the inscription „SPORT TIME” 7895-98-3. The trousers are grey. On one of the trouser-legs there is a red and blue inscription: „SPORT TIME” 7895-9, and stars. For children aged 2, size 92 cm.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set
BRAND: Pipetto Kids wear
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of two parts – a top in blue colour with a zip, long dark blue sleeves, a dark blue hood supplied with a blue textile cord, the ends of which have been secured against unravelling by means of a hot seal. On the front there is a printed pattern of a giraffe and some inscriptions around the head of the giraffe which is holding a sign marked “How many”. The trousers are blue. On one of the trouser-legs there are figures and a giraffe’s head with an inscription "Pipetto Kids wear". For children aged 3 years.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt
BRAND: Frutta
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode:
2 800000 005467
DESCRIPTION: Black, long-sleeved sweatshirt intended for children up to 7 years. It has a hood on which there is an inscription 'FRUTTA' written in white sequins. The hood has a white textile cord, the ends of which have been secured against unravelling. The front of the sweatshirt has a zip with two pockets. In the top left-hand section there are two embroidered cherries in white, and in the lower section there are printed cherries in blue. There is an attached cardboard label with information about the producer and a textile label bearing the brand name.
On the inside of the sweatshirt there are inscriptions with the brand name and other smaller inscriptions.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the neck area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s tracksuit
BRAND: Childrens E&H Department
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Children's grey tracksuit. The top part is a long-sleeved jacket with a zip and a hood that has two decorative striped ears. On the front part there is a patched pattern of a dinosaur in grey colour, and also embroidered letters in blue, red and white. The trousers have fixed cords in the waist which are longer than 140 mm when measured from the point of fixing. Their free ends are secured against unravelling by seals.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords in the waist area which are too long.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Disney
NAME: Mickey
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item code: D92551
Batch number/Barcode: 00431 001070935
DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in blue. The upper part has 2 blue cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 white cords that are to be tied in the back area. The bikini bottom has 2 pairs of white functional cords on each side (length: 220 mm). Sizes: 6 and 8 years.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with free ends in the neck area.
In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the back and in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' bikini
BRAND: Solymar
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 12259
Batch number/Barcode: 000548001742864
DESCRIPTION: Orange and white bikini for young children. The upper part has 2 blue cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 blue cords that are to be tied in the back area. Sizes: 1-4.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the back.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set
BRAND: Breeze Girls
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Girls' clothing set intended for small children (aged 1-7) and older children (aged 7-14), sizes: 140 cm, 116 cm, 128, cm, 140 cm. The set is pink and has two parts: 1/ a top with a zip at the front, two pockets, long sleeves and a hood; there is an inscription "BREEZE GIRLS 1974" written on the front with attached sequins. On the back of the top there is a colourful appliquéd pattern with firmly attached sequins; 2/ trousers with two side pockets, supplied with decorative cords attached to the front of the waist area whose free ends are approx. 14 cm and have a knot. In the lower part of the trouser legs there are threaded functional cords intended to regulate the opening of the trouser-legs, the ends of which hang below the lower hem of the trousers. They also have a knot and freely pass through a tunnel without being fixed in at least one point.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords that hang below the lower edge of the garment.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s trousers
BRAND: Beautiful Sister
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Children’s tracksuit-type trousers intended for small children (aged 1-7), sizes: 1, 2, 3 and 6. The trousers are grey and green, supplied with a decorative cord that is attached in the waist area. On the front of the right trouser-leg there is an embroidered crown. There are textile labels attached to the trousers with the following inscription "Beautiful Sister".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of long drawstrings in the waist area with free ends.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Ladies' footwear
BRAND: Rohde
NAME: Naturana
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 1903 13
Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4 052006 034790
DESCRIPTION: Ladies' beige slippers with three buckles; size 39, width F ½; inner label: "ROHDE designed in Germany – naturana". Packaging: white shoebox.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk due to the presence of 6.4 mg/kg of Chromium (VI) in the insole. Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s shoes
BRAND: Xin Min
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 708XZ
Batch number/Barcode:
2093300094761
DESCRIPTION: Synthetic shoes intended for small children, in white and pink colours. The upper part has coloured decorative flowers, rhinestones as well as white embroidered flowers. There is a self-adhesive ankle strap.
The indicated sizes are 20-25.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because of small decorative parts that can be easily detached and swallowed by small children.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Shoes
BRAND: Diamantique
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MT8930
Batch number/Barcode: 20120008930
DESCRIPTION: Studded ankle boots with rubber soles.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it releases up to 1.51 µg/cm2/week of nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Ladies' shoes
BRAND: Malien
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MT 6042
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: brown, studded, ankle boots with rubber sole. The product has three decorative chains in the upper back part.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it releases up to 1.03 µg/cm2/week of nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Shoes
BRAND: Piedy
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ankle boots with rubber soles.
Batch number/Barcode: cod. 520-B
DESCRIPTION: Studded ankle boots with rubber/crepe soles.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it releases up to 9.33 µg/cm2/week of nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation
Compulsory measures:
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion item
PRODUCT: Girls' shoes
BRAND: Giolan
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: CH 248-1
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: White lacquered, synthetic shoes with a thick ankle strap as a fastener. The back area is decorated with a ribbon with glued small-sized rhinestones. The packaging is a decorated purple cardboard box.
Size: 22
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and may be swallowed by small children.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users
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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' shoes
BRAND: Yomax
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: JS-2261AL
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Black, synthetic shoes for young girls. The shoes are decorated with embroidery and sequins in the toe cap area. They are fastened with a metal buckle in the ankle area. The packaging is a cardboard box with a photograph of children. Size: 24
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and swallowed by small children.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market , Recall of the product from end users
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls' shoes
BRAND: Mountain
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 3301-1
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown.
DESCRIPTION: Black and fuchsia shoes with a black strap. The toe cap is decorated with glued silver rhinestones. The packaging is a pink cardboard box decorated with flowers. Size: 24
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and may be swallowed by small children.
Compulsory measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users
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SOFTLINES: BAGS AND ACCESSORIES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
PRODUCT: Leather gloves
BRAND: Krämer
NAME: Fahrhandschuhe Pferdesport (Driving gloves for equestrian sports)
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: 630049 8 BR
DESCRIPTION: One pair of driving gloves in brown leather, with fastening. Size according to label: 8.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Pakistan
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 7.7 mg/kg of Chromium (VI). Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.
Voluntary measures:
Withdrawal of the product from the market
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SOFTLINES: JEWELLERIES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Jewellery
PRODUCT: Necklace
BRAND: Spen
NAME: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number 8114
Batch number/Barcode: EAN-code 6426600081142
DESCRIPTION: A necklace consisting of a black plastic string with a silver, sabre-shaped pendant and a metallic clasp. The necklace is attached to a cardboard label and packed in a transparent plastic bag.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it releases up to 4.5 µg/cm²/week of nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Compulsory measures:
Import rejected at border
EU/IRELAND CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment
PRODUCT: Amber teething necklace and bracelet
BRAND: Teething SOS
NAME: Honey Bean
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Honey Bean
Batch number/Barcode: Unknown
DESCRIPTION:
Bracelet - consists of amber beads threaded onto a cord with knots between each bead and a screw-in clasp (described as an 'Amber teething bracelet - Honey Bean); contained in a brown small net/material bag, tied at the top with a cord.
Necklace - consists of amber beads threaded onto a cord with knots between each bead and a screw-in clasp (described as an 'Amber teething necklace - Honey Bean); contained in a brown small net/material bag, tied at the top with a cord.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lithuania
CHOKING
The products pose a risk of choking because the beads can easily break and detach and could be swallowed by a child.
The product does not comply with the European Standard EN 12586.
Voluntary measures:
Recall of the product from end users
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GCSC has compiled the below sources:
PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE
The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications.
http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm
The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex II.10 to the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.
The Rapid Alert System for food and feed (RASFF)-Weekly overview reports of RASFF notifications.
http://ec.europa.eu/food/food/rapidalert/index_en.htm
Disclaimer: The Commission cannot and does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information in these weekly overviews. The information is published as it has been received from the official contact points in the Member States/EEA-EFTA countries. In the event that further information received from a contact point regarding an already published notification leads to modification or withdrawal of the information, the Commission shall respectively include a corrigendum or a notice of withdrawal in the next weekly overview to be published.
PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA
Recalls and Product Safety News
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerel.html
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html (US Cosmetics recalls) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
www.epa.gov/pesticides/alerts.htm (US Pesticides recalls)
PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA
http://www.recalls.gov.au/
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