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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16– 30 JUNE 2012

PRODUCT RECALLS

CONTENTS

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 14

HARDLINES Pages 15 to 32

SOFTLINES Pages 33 to 41

Electrical appliances (14)

Lighting Equipments (7)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)

Toys (8)

Juvenile Items (0)

Premiums (0)

Children articles (14) - See ‘SOFTLINES’

Children articles (1) - See ‘Home Furnishing & Houseware

Home Furnishing & Houseware (22)

Home Improvement & DIY (6)

Personal & Home Care Items (4)

Sport & Leisure Goods (3)

PPE (0)

Miscellaneous (1)

Wearing Apparels (13)

Home Textiles (0)

Footwear, Bags and Accessories (1)

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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

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PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Electronic Multimeter "Multímetro Electrónico"

BRAND: V&F

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 14016

Barcode: 88620009140161

DESCRIPTION: Black multimeter with manual probe on white screen and red and black wires. The product comes in blister packaging.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

There is a risk of electric shock since live parts are accessible.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61010.

Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.

AUSTRALIA LINK Technology.net Pty Ltd—Evantair Electric Flame Effect Heater

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Electric flame effect heater

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Model: EFEH110

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Sam's Warehouse

SUPPLIER

LINK Technology.net Pty Ltd

HAZARDS

Risk of fire.

DEFECTS

There is a possibility of a high resistance joint in the fuse holder, which can cause it to overheat and possibly catch fire.

Consumers should cease using the fireplace heater immediately and disconnect it from the power supply. Please phone 1300 429 394 between 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri AEST) to log your details and receive instructions explaining how to return your product and receive a refund.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Air movers/blowers

UNITS: About 53,000

MANUFACTURER: EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. "Aqua Dri" is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model "3004AD" or model "3004ADxxx" (with additional letters) is printed on the serial number plate on the back of the units. Model numbers with "N" are not included in this recall. The air movers' plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: EDIC is aware of four incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Shoe dryer

BRAND: Pearl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

Barcode: 4022107145824

DESCRIPTION: The shoe dryer set comprises two heating coils embedded in black chamotte and inserted into metal plates. These are powered from the mains via a Y cable.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The cables are accessible on the plug connecting the mains adapter and the heating element.

One incident reported.

Voluntary withdrawal from the market.

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EU/IRELAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Hairdryer "Mini Travel Hair Dryer"

BRAND: Fabulous

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FB-0307A

DESCRIPTION: Small travel hairdryer


FIRE

There is a risk of fire due to the low quality of the general assembly of the product and incorrect plug sizes and wiring.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant national standard BS 1363.

Voluntary recall from consumers .

EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Portable radio "Radio - High Sensitivity Antenna - 5 band"

BRAND: Waxiba

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XB-822

DESCRIPTION: Black and brown plastic portable radio, rectangular shape (17x11x6 cm); operates on mains, AC/220V/50Hz, and with two UM.1X2 batteries.


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

The cross-section of the mains cable is insufficient and the pins of the plug do not have sufficient mechanical strength. As a result, there is a risk of fire due to the cable overheating and a risk of electric shock due to damage to the plug.


Import rejected by the customs authorities.

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Power inverter "Mobile Power Inverter"

BRAND: Genius Power

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: GP-12-150F

Barcode: 6 416280 435519

DESCRIPTION: Power inverter to convert DC 12V to AC 220V-240C 50Hz 150W

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan

ELECTRIC SHOCK

When connecting or removing a plug from the socket, it is possible to unintentionally touch the live pins and receive an electric shock.


Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.

EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Mains adaptor "220 V AC Adaptor"

BRAND: König Gaming

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: GAMWII-CA05

Barcode: 5 412810 108251

DESCRIPTION: Mains adaptor, 100-240V, class II, 12VDC, 3.7A


ELECTRIC SHOCK

Clearance / creeping distances are not sufficient. As a result, it is possible totouch part of the product that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.


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

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Mobile phone "Classic"

BRAND: Nu:fone

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: C45240

Barcode: 6 416280 435519

DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone supplied with mains charger.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The clearance / creeping distances in the mains charger are not sufficient. As a result, it is possible to touch part of the mains charger that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.



EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Home entertainment system

"Hemmabio" 7'' LCD DVD player / Hifi system

BRAND: Blueray

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CJ-702LDVD

Barcode: 0206702760086

DESCRIPTION: Home entertainment system. 100-240VAC, 60/50Hz, class II. Power: 2x20W, Kodak picture CD compatible, DVD Video, MPEG4 Digital video, Jpeg, TFT.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

Live connectors of the mains switch are accessible via the round holes at the bottom of the enclosure of the product. The clearances / creepage distances between the primary and the secondary windings are not sufficient. As a result, it is possible to touch part of the product that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.


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

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AUSTRALIA Playcorp Pty Ltd—Baccarat Brillante 3 Cup Espresso Maker

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

3 cup stove-top coffee maker


Model No: 1011352


Myer and Independant Homewares stores

SUPPLIER

Playcorp Pty Ltd

No picture available.

HAZARDS

If the product fails, the user may be scalded by hot liquid.

DEFECTS

There is a small risk that the product may fracture when heated on stove tops.

Consumers may send the affected goods to: Reply Paid 87866 Playcorp Warehouse, Returns, 7-9 Mephan Street, Footscray, Victoria, 3011. For more information about this recall, please contact Playcorp on (03) 9863 1133 weekdays from 9am to 5pm, or by email at [email protected].

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Harbor Breeze Bath Fans with Heater and Light

UNITS: About 68,000

IMPORTER: Homewerks Worldwide LLC, Lincolnshire, Ill.

MANUFACTURER: Delta Electronics (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves plastic Harbor Breeze bathroom fans with a center light and a heater. The fans are white and measure about 11 x 17 inches. Model number 7109-01-L, Lowe's item number 194492 and UPC code 820633985358 are printed on the fan's packaging. A date code beginning with either 0, 11, 12 or 13 is printed on the fan's housing, which indicates the fan was manufactured between August 2010 and March 2011.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD: The fan's heater blades can fail to rotate properly, causing the fan to overheat and posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received 11 reports of the fan overheating with smoking or flames within the fan housing, including three reports of minor property damage.

Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs

UNITS: About 5,600

SPA MANUFACTURER: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif.

HEATER MANUFACTURER: Therm Products, a division of Caldesso LLC, of San Bernardino, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: This recall includes the following 11 models of Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs brand spas installed with Therm Products No-Fault Water Heaters: Aria, Envoy, Flair, Glow, Grandee, Jetsetter, Prodigy, Pulse, Sovereign, Vanguard and Vista. The recalled spas were manufactured from March 2011 to December 2011 and were installed since October 2011. The date is represented by 2N, 3N, or 4N in the spa’s seven to 10 alpha-numeric serial code. For example, xxx2N#### or xxx4N####, where “xxx” represents a series of letters one to three characters long, and “####” is a four-digit numerical sequence. The model name and serial code are printed on a label within the spa’s equipment compartment, located behind a removable panel on the side of the spa.


HAZARD: A loose internal electrical connection of the spa heaters can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Watkins Manufacturing has received 31 reports of heaters on these spas overheating, five of which resulted in a fire. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater

UNITS: About 70,500

IMPORTER: Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio

DESCRIPTION: This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name “Climate Keeper” and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.


HAZARD: The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Outdoor wall mount lanterns

UNITS: About 99,700

IMPORTER: Bel Air Lighting Inc., of Valencia, Calif.

MANUFACTURERS: Zhongshan De Gao Lighting Co. Ltd. and Zhongshan Huayi Lighting Co. Ltd., of Guangdong, China

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves outdoor wall-mount lanterns made of cast aluminum in a rust color with beveled glass. A question mark shaped piece of metal connects the lantern body to the wall-mount plate. The lanterns were sold at Lowe's stores under the Portfolio brand name with item number 253366 and at lighting showrooms with item number 44181. The brand name and item number are printed on the product's packaging. Lanterns included in the recall are 19.25-inches tall by 9.75-inches wide by 9.25-inches deep and have a three-light candelabra base cluster inside. Part number "E194303" is printed on the base plate and on a label affixed to one of the light sockets.


HAZARD: An electrical short circuit can occur in the lanterns' internal wiring, posing a risk of fire, burn and electric shock to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received seven reports of incidents, including two reports of lanterns catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/NORWAY CATEGORY: Decorative articles

PRODUCT: Wooden table lamp

BRAND: Mester Grønn

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 139602

DESCRIPTION: Small turquoise wooden table lamp for tea light candles. Sold without packaging.


BURNS AND FIRE

The lamp is only designed for tea light candles, but the candle holder is big enough to also hold larger candles. The product label does not specify what kind of candles should be used so if a large candle is placed in the lamp and left unattended, the wood in the lamp could catch fire.

Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Thomas Lighting ceiling flush mount light fixtures

UNITS: About 83,750

MANUFACTURER: Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation, of Elgin, Ill.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label.


HAZARD: The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Thomas Lighting has received 11 reports of defective fixtures which resulted in the home's Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) tripping. No injuries have been reported to the firm.

Voluntary recall.

EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Portable lamp "Dual-Powered LED Lantern"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Black LED portable lamp with handle. Height: 20 cm, diameter: 9 cm. Rechargeable alkaline battery (zinc and manganese) (12 V), AC/DC 110 V adaptor; supplied with mains cable.






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EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Portable lamp "Emergency Lamp Torch"

BRAND: Aijia

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AJ-2818

DESCRIPTION: Portable beige plastic LED lamp (29 LEDs) with FM/AM/SW radio; DC4.5V (1.5Vx3) battery and a AC110/220V - 60 Hz rechargeable battery; dimensions: 22x11x7cm; mains connection cable.






EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: LED lamp "LED 150lm"

BRAND: Ledmix


Barcode: 6 430035 082445

DESCRIPTION: LED lamp: 3W-GU10, 230V, 50Hz, 150lm


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The combined creepage distance between live parts and accessible metal parts is not sufficient.

As a result, it is possible to touch part of the product that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.



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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: IKEA 365 + SÄNDA track, 28" and 45"

UNITS: About 5,000 in the United States (and about 97,000 worldwide)

IMPORTER: IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves white, straight track systems used to hold and power light fixtures. The recalled tracks are model numbers 00149242 and 10149246, supplier number 21338 and date stamp 1134 through 1213. The brand name IKEA, 365+ SÄNDA, supplier number and date stamp are printed on a white label attached to the side of the track. The recalled tracks are 28” and 45” long.


HAZARD: The ground connection in the track is defective, posing an electric shock hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

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EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Charger "Travel Charger for iPod" (NOT ORIGINAL PRODUCT)

BRAND: All Thesys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 492865 Serial No.:54809094

Barcode: 3307524928658

DESCRIPTION: Charger packed in a transparent blister package.



The input power conductors are fixed on the printed circuit board (PCB) so that reliance is placed upon the soldering alone to maintain the conductors in position.


Sales ban ordered by the authorities.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Magnetic toy "Magno-Z"

BRAND: Fish Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 17-4686

Barcode: 5766181746865

DESCRIPTION: Figurine of a football player, 80 mm high. The toy has magnets attached as hands and feet. It is sold in conjunction with a football with a diameter 17.5 mm.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the plastic rings that hold the magnets can break releasing strong magnets and metal parts. The items are small parts. The magnet flux index is 156 kG2mm2.

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


EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy air gun "AK-47, Black Guard"

BRAND: Yika

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AK-47, Black Guard

DESCRIPTION: Toy air gun with light and laser sight, including plastic bullets.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the maximum permissible kinetic energy level of the bullets is exceeded. Hence there is a serious danger of external injuries, and sensitive areas such as the face and above all the eyes are particularly at risk.


Voluntary destruction of the product.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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PRODUCT: Beach Toy

BRAND: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Net bag with label, containing 1 tip-up truck, 1 ladle, 1 sieve and 1 rake, or 1 tip-up truck, 1 ladle, 1 sieve and 1 form, or 1 tip-up truck, 1 ladle, 1 spade and 1 form.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the ‘ears’ and ‘nose’ of the tip-up truck are easily detachable and can be swallowed by small children.

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

Voluntary destruction of the product and warning to consumers of the risks.


PRODUCT: Play shooting set "Super Ketty Competition Gun"

BRAND: Rovaplast


DESCRIPTION: Pistol with 3 suction arrows.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the maximum permissible kinetic energy level of the projectiles is exceeded. Hence there is a serious danger of external injuries and sensitive areas such as the face and above all the eyes are particularly at risk.


Voluntary warning to consumers of the risks.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/SWEDEN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Magnetic Putty "Space Putty"

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. no. 660631

Barcode: 66063135074

DESCRIPTION: Black magnetic putty and a small strong magnetic cube packed in a metallic container. The container is marked: "Caution Please note – suitable for ages 12+. Keep out of reach of younger children. NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION, DO NOT EAT. If swallowed, please seek medical attention immediately. AB". The container is also marked with the CE mark and the 0-3 pictogram.


CHOKING AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because it contains a small magnet cube with a high magnetic flux value. In addition the product poses a risk of choking because the small parts can easily be swallowed by children.

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


EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Braiding strands "Scoubidou – Rainbow"

BRAND: Top Media

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. No 170294

Barcode: 4 260223 170294

DESCRIPTION: Braiding strands consisting of transparent, colourless plastic with a round cross-section, containing textile cords in the inner cavity in various neon colours, in some cases metallic Lurex yarns.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 7.5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

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

Voluntary withdrawal of the product from the market.

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HARDLINES: TOY

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soap bubble toy "Espumola"

BRAND: Super Pompas

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 05914

Barcode: 8422838059142

DESCRIPTION: Tubes for making soap bubbles. The product bears a label marked "Super Pompas And Espumola".


MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because the mesophilic aerobic microorganism count in the soapy water is too high (2.7x104 cfu/ml). There is a risk of infection if the liquid is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin.

The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive.


EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toy

PRODUCT: Soap bubble toy "Music Bubble Gun"

BRAND: Erjutoys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. JU6301

Barcode: 8435235863014

DESCRIPTION: Transparent gun with light which makes soap bubbles. On one side it is marked with the text "Music Bubble Gun". It comes in blister packaging. The front of the packaging indicates, among other things: "Pistola Burbujas con Luz". The references on the back include the importer's details.


MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because the mesophilic aerobic microorganism count in the soapy water is too high (1.9 x 106 cfu/ml).

The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive.


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HARDLINES: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

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EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Furniture/Toys

PRODUCT: Bed "Flexa4dreams"

BRAND: Flexa

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 80-01307-1/-2

DESCRIPTION: A wooden platform for a medium height bed with a slide.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Estonia

STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because items such as drawstrings from clothing could get stuck between the platform and the slide because the fitting is placed too low. The head of a child could also get stuck in the platform´s opening towards the outside.

The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-8.

Voluntary information to consumers on the risks.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: King- and Queen-Size Bordeaux Collection Bed Frames

UNITS: About 18,400 in the United States and 1,250 in Canada

IMPORTER: Samuel Lawrence Furniture, of High Point, N.C.

MANUFACTURER: Poh Huat Furniture Ind., of Malaysia

DESCRIPTION: This recall includes Bordeaux Collection king- and queen-size sleigh beds with wooden headboards and footboards in a cherry finish. Each bed also has two matching wooden side rails. “Bordeaux” and the model number are printed on a white label on the back of the headboard and footboard. Model numbers for the recalled beds are 8070-252 and 8070-253 for the queen-size and 8070-272 and 8070-273 for the king-size.

MANUFACTURED IN: Malaysia

HAZARD: The hardware holding the headboard and footboard can loosen or detach, posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: THE firm has received one report of a Florida man who injured his foot when the bed’s footboard detached.

Voluntary recall.

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AUSTRALIA Costco Wholesale Australia Pty Ltd—Circulon 13 Piece Cookware Set

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Circulon 13 Piece Premier Professional Cookware Set manufactured by Meyer Corporation


Item number 559735


Costco

SUPPLIER

Costco Wholesale Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.costco.com.au

HAZARDS

There is a risk that the glass lid could crack, break or shatter under normal use due to a manufacturing fault.

DEFECTS

The 5 quart / 28cm glass lid with identifying lid rim number "IMCP1108" is the only item out of the 13 pieces of cookware affected by the manufacturing fault. All other pots, pans and associated lids are unaffected and can continue to be safely used by consumers.

Costco members who purchased the cookware set after 13 September 2011, should check the identifying number stamped on the metal rim of the 5 quart / 28cm glass lid. If a member's lid contains this identifying number, they are advised to stop using the lid and return it to their nearest Costco warehouse after Monday 9 July 2012 and receive a replacement. Members who cannot come into the store to pick up a replacement lid should phone (02) 94697999 for instructions on obtaining one.

EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Gas appliances and components

PRODUCT: Portable gas heater

BRAND: Bellus

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AS-GH03 (185371)

DESCRIPTION: Portable gas heater: black metal, dimensions 72x42 x34 cm.


BURNS

The injectors are too big and the product may break as a result of overheating. This may cause leaks and burns. The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive or the relevant European standard EN 449.

Recall of the product from end users and withdrawal from the market.

http://www.costco.com.au

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AUSTRALIA Dux Hot Water—Dux Gas-Boosted Solar Tanks and EcoSmart Intelligent Hybrid Tanks

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Pre-boosted gas solar tanks used to heat water in domestic homes


The following units may be affected: Dux MP15 or MP20 or EcoSmart gas-boosted solar water heaters with model numbers: DN15DS, DL15DS, DN15CS, DL15CS, DN20CS, DL20CS, 3D1NE, 3D1NS, EN15DS, EL15DS produced from 1st June 2011 to 19th June 2012.


Reece, Tradelink, Swan Plumbing, Origin Energy, Bunnings, Bowens, Bentons, East Coast, Hardings, Harris Group, Insolar

SUPPLIER

Dux Hot Water

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.dux.com.au

HAZARDS

There is a risk of electric shock if a unit has been incorrectly wired. Note that there is no safety risk if the unit is producing hot water.

DEFECTS

Dux Hot Water has identified a potential electrical safety risk with gas-boosted solar tanks due to incorrect wiring.

Turn power to the water heater off at the power point, unplug the cord and immediately call 1300 270 485 to organise a safety inspection or email [email protected]

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Recliner Chair

UNITS: About 405

IMPORTER: Bluestem Brands, Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.

DISTRIBUTOR: Tone World International Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled adult-sized recliner chairs have wooden legs. The chairs include a reclining function and foot rest extension. The fabric is jacquard in a paisley design. The phrases: "Manufactured By Xiamen Xinzhjheng Foam Products Co., LTD Xiang-Bei Industrial Area, Xiang' An District, Xiamen" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the recliner chair.


HAZARD: The surface paint on the legs of the recliner contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.

Voluntary recall.

http://www.dux.com.au

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Frigidaire Self-Clean Gas Range

UNITS: About 185

MANUFACTURER: Frigidaire, of Charlotte, N.C.

DESCRIPTION: This recall for inspection and/or repair involves Frigidaire Gas Ranges Model # LGGF3043KFM with serial numbers within the following range: VF20457216 to VF20457555. The model and serial numbers are located near the base of the range just below the bottom right portion of the oven door. This gas range has five burners, stainless steel exterior and Frigidaire nameplate centered on the lower part of the oven door.


HAZARD: There can be a delayed ignition on the bake/broil features of the oven, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: One incident was reported. No injuries or damage have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories

PRODUCT: Thermos flask "Termo"

BRAND: Leopard


Ref. 0106090304. 1 L

Barcode: 8401060903041

DESCRIPTION: Blue thermos flask with white cup. The lable reads: "Leopard Casa y Jardin.- Termo 1 litro".


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because of the presence of asbestos fibres in the separators of the double glass wall of the thermos flask.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.


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EU/DENMARK

PRODUCT: nylon whisks

MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong


CHEMICAL

migration of primary aromatic amines (0.22 mg/kg - ppm) from nylon whisks from Hong Kong

destruction

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: knife set with plastic board



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (26.1 / 27.6 / 25.3 / 19.8 / 16.3 / mg/kg - ppm) from knife set with plastic board from China

Withdrawal from the market

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: non-stick cookware set



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (26.1 / 27.6 / 25.3 / 19.8 / 16.3 / mg/kg - ppm) from knife set with plastic board from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: multitool



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (103.8;41.9;82.2 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (1.2; 0.8; 0.7 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (3.1; 4.4; 1.4 mg/kg - ppm) from multitool from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: porcelain grater



CHEMICAL

foreign body (parts of porcelain grater during use) in porcelain grater from China

informing authorities

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: oven tray



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (1.5 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (26.7 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (13 mg/kg - ppm) and too high level of total migration (720 mg/kg - ppm) from oven tray from China

re-dispatch

EU/SLOVENIA

PRODUCT: baking tray



CHEMICAL

migration of volatile organic constituents (1.1 %) from baking tray from China, via Hong Kong and via Switzerland


EU/UNITED KINGDOM

PRODUCT: snack dishes



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (item 1:18; item 2: 131; item 3: 93 µg/kg - ppb) from snack dishes from China, via Hong Kong

official detention

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EU/PORTUGAL

PRODUCT: tableware



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (31.3; 36.4; 44.6 mg/kg - ppm) from tableware from China

re-dispatch

EU/IRELAND

PRODUCT: 4 piece kitchen utensil set



CHEMICAL

migration of primary aromatic amines (15.678; 13.198; 13.329 mg/kg - ppm) from 4 piece kitchen utensil set from China

import not authorised

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: 7 piece kitchen utensil set



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium, of nickel and of manganese and too high level of total migration from 7 piece kitchen utensil set from China


EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: knives



CHEMICAL

too high level of total migration (15 mg/dm²) from knives from China

import not authorised

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: plastic cutlery



CHEMICAL

outer coating coming off from plastic cutlery from China

re-dispatch

EU/SLOVENIA

PRODUCT: backing utensils



CHEMICAL

migration of volatile organic constituents (brush: 1.39; spatula: 1.85 %) from backing utensils from China, via Switzerland


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EU/ESTONIA CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Glue

BRAND: Pyramid


Barcode (by importer): 6438151006314, Barcode (by producer): 9557272868681

DESCRIPTION: Package containing one metal tube with a plastic stopper, containing 3 grams of liquid adhesive. The packaging is marked “Super Glue”, “Cyanoacrylate Adhesive”, “New No.6868”, “Glass, Ceramics, Wood, Plastic, Rubber, Metal, Concrete”, “Extra Super Power”, “Net. 3g”, “Warning: eye irritant bonds skin in seconds, keep out of the reach of children”, “extra super power”. The back of the package bears inscriptions in English concerning the application, handling care and the name of company.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 42 % by weight of chloroform.


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

EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Laser pointers

PRODUCT: Laser pointer key-ring "3 in 1 Laser & LED Light"

BRAND: KALIQI


DESCRIPTION: Laser and LED flashlight, in the form of a key-ring. Approx. dimensions: 11.7x2.2x1.7 cm (with the ring). The head of the product is silver, while the body has various colours (green, silver, red, brown, purple or blue). The laser and the LED are operated by 3 AG13 button cells. The products are packed in black box (24 items, approx. dimensions: 16x11x7.5 cm).


DAMAGE TO SIGHT

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

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


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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Kawasaki cordless drill

UNITS: About 45,000

MANUFACTURER: Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China

IMPORTER: Alltrade Tools LLC, of Long Beach, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black color combination, with a 19.2v battery pack and certain serial numbers. "Alltrade Tools LLC" and "Made in China" are printed in white lettering on the left side of the drills. The drill's model and serial numbers are located on a label on the right side of the drill. The recalled drills have the following serial numbers:


HAZARD: The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Alltrade Tools has received 33 reports of incidents, including one minor burn injury.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Notus air movers/blowers

UNITS: About 24,000

MANUFACTURER: EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves commercial air movers/blowers used to dry flooring, walls and furniture in homes and other buildings. The air movers' green plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep. The air movers have a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.


HAZARD: The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Servpro has received four reports of overheating incidents with the recalled air movers/blowers. Three of the incidents resulted in property damage, including a fire at a home in San Diego, Calif. that caused $475,000 in damage.

Voluntary recall.

Kawasaki Cordless Drill Serial Numbers

From 11030 30201 to 11030 33656

From 11040 00001 to 11040 17120

From 11060 00001 to 11060 07340

From 11070 00001 to 11070 05984

From 11070 16801 to 11070 20640

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Flushmate® III Pressure-Assist Flushing System

UNITS: About 2,330,600 in the U.S. and 9,400 in Canada

MANUFACTURER: Flushmate, of New Hudson, Mich., a division of Sloan Valve Company

DESCRIPTION: This recall is for Series 503 Flushmate® III Pressure Assist flushing systems installed inside toilet tanks. The recalled systems were manufactured from October 1997 to February 2008. The units are rectangular, black, two-piece vessels made of injection molded plastic. The date code/serial number is 16 characters long and is located on the label on the top of the Flushmate III. The first six numerals of the serial number are the date code. The date code range for this recall begins with 101497 (October 14, 1997) and continues through 022908 (February 29, 2008).


HAZARD: The system can burst at or near the vessel weld seam releasing stored pressure. This pressure can lift the tank lid and shatter the tank, posing impact or laceration hazards to consumers and property damage.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Flushmate has received 304 reports of the product bursting, resulting in property damage and 14 impact or laceration injuries.

Voluntary recall.

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CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Cleaning product "Power Kitchen kleaner product -Keukenreiniger extra krachtig"

BRAND: De Jong & Partners


Barcode: 8710249297520.

DESCRIPTION: The flacon is fitted with a spraying device. Content 750 ml. The product contains sodium hydroxide. On the back there are brief instructions in Dutch, which do not cover the danger of the product.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a basic solution with over 4% of sodium hydroxide.

The product must therefore be classified as “Corrosive”. There is no pictogram “C” on the label and there is incorrect labelling of risk and safety warnings. The packaging has no child-resistant closure and there is no tactile warning. There are no contact details of the supplier on the label.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP, EC N°1272/2008) and also not with the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).


EU/ NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT Cleaning product "Power cleaner extra krachtig"



Barcode: 8717496472069.

DESCRIPTION: The flacon is fitted with a spraying device. Content 750 ml. The product contains phosphoric acid. On the back are some brief instructions in Dutch, German, English and French language.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the product contains an acidic solution with an extreme pH value 0.7. The product must therefore be classified as “Corrosive”. There is no pictogram “C” on the label and there is incorrect labelling of risk and safety warnings. The packaging has no child-resistant closure and there is no tactile warning. There are no contact details of the supplier on the label.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP, ECN°1272/2008), and also with the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).

Sales ban ordered by the authorities.

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PRODUCT: Cleaning product "Badkamer cleaner extra krachtig"



Barcode: 8717496472045

DESCRIPTION: The flacon is fitted with a spraying device. Content 750 ml. The product contains phosphoric acid. On the back there are some brief instructions in Dutch, German, English and French language.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk and risk of burns because it contains an acidic solution with pH value 1,3. The product must therefore be classified as “Corrosive”; nevertheless, there is no pictogram “C” on the label and the labelling with risk and safety warnings is incorrect. The packaging has no child-resistant closure and there is no tactile warning. The user therefore has no indication on the serious danger of this acidic product when it comes into contact with the skin or eyes. And, in particular, there is a risk to young children due to the absence of a child-resistant closure, and to visually impaired consumers due to the absence of a tactile warning.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP), with the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair shampoo "Haar-Vital"

BRAND: Aina

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Haar Vital 100ml, HV 643

Barcode: 9005546004544

DESCRIPTION: White plastic bottle with screw top and adhesive label; content: 100 ml.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Austria

MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because it is contaminated by pathogenic organisms such as mesophilic aerobic microorganisms (2.4x104 cfu/ml), Pantoea (8.7x103 cfu/ml) and Pseudonmonas aeruginosa (2x104 cfu/ml).

Recall from consumers and information to them

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Tricruiser Electric-Powered Adult Tricycles

UNITS: About 2,100

DISTRIBUTOR: Currie Technologies, of Chatsworth, Calif.

MANUFACTURER: Acetrikes Industrial Co., Ltd., of China

DESCRIPTION: The recalled tricycles are battery powered with 24" wheels and a basket between the rear wheels. Their brand name, eZip or iZip, is printed on the sides of the bike and above the front wheel. Bikes were sold in the following colors: red, blue and sand. Recalled tricycles are in the serial number range ACB06L00001 to ACB10H99999. Serial numbers are engraved on the frame under the handlebar support on the front of the tricycle. Model numbers include EZ-TRY-SD, IZ-TRY-RD, IZ-TRICR7-BL and IZ-TRY8-BL.


HAZARD: The rear axle can break causing a rear wheel to detach, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm is aware of six incidents, including five reports of bruises and scrapes.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Catbike Musashi recumbent bicycle

UNITS: About 170 units

MANUFACTURER: Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles LLC, of Winter Garden, Fla.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves model year 2010 Catbike Musashi recumbent bicycles. The bicycles were sold in the following colors: black, white, silver, yellow, orange, red, lime green, pink, blue, candy purple, candy red, candy green, candy blue and sparkle orange. "Musashi" is printed on the frame and "Catbike" is printed on the seat, frame and headrest. Serial numbers CBM0002 to CBM0170 are included in this recall. The serial number can be found underneath the main frame where the seat bottom is located.


HAZARD: The bicycle frame can crack, which can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported

Voluntary recall.

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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Door bar

BRAND: JUMBO

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code Y-DB01P

Barcode: 0233259000037

DESCRIPTION: Chrome-plated steel door bar in silver, with rubber ends and support brackets in black, for domestic use. The bar extends from 62cm to 100cm. It is sold in a transparent blister package.


INJURIES

The product can detach from the door under the weight of the user.

One incident reported.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 957.

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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AUSTRALIA

Marine Acquisition (Australia) Pty Ltd (trading as Teleflex Australia)—Steering Cable

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Steering cable, engine side, output ram Models : SSC62, SSC63, SSC290, SSC92 and SSC134


12044 through 12125 and 12142 through 12145


Bob Littler Agencies Pty Ltd and Telwater Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER

Marine Acquisition (Australia) Pty Ltd t/as Teleflex Australia

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.teleflex.com.au


HAZARDS

Possible degradation of steering function, which may result in property damage or personal injury.

DEFECTS

A small percentage of steering cables are suspected to incorporate an output ram that may potentially develop cracks during service.

Consumers should immediately contact a BLA technical service representative: BLA Australia 1800 792 241 BLA New Zealand 1800 792 241 Teleflex New Zealand +64 9 580 0960

http://www.teleflex.com.au

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EU/SPAIN CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products- May 16-31 –2012 has been permanently removed following further information received from the notifying country.

CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s bed sheets "Super Heroes"

BRAND: Ram’s

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model J.S. V 90 CM Super Heroes – Red. Barcode: 8432456037903

DESCRIPTION: Three-piece sheet set for children printed with "Super Heroes" - red. The bottom sheet fits size 190/200cm beds. The packaging is made of plastic and includes a cardboard label of various colours, predominantly red, with a photograph of the product, the composition, "Linea Mireia" and the importer’s details.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Pakistan

BURNS

The product poses a risk of burns because in case it catches fire, the flames propagate too quickly.

In addition, the labelling requirements are not met.



EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls’ shorts

BRAND: Caiba

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: MT-368

DESCRIPTION: Yellow shorts with two white stripes. The waist of the shorts includes a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with an inscription: „Cecil Mebee”. Size: 134, 140, 152


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends in the waist area.



http://webforms.sgs.com/v4/corp/safeguards/pdf/SGS-CTS-Product-recalls-Consumer-products-EN-16-31-May-12.pdf




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PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirt

BRAND: Moga Kid's

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LD-060

Barcode: 5999552125220

DESCRIPTION: Girl’s sweatshirt with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with a picture of a girl and an inscription: "Malibu Club Tonight Show". The product is available in light purple, dark purple and grey colours. Size: 8-16.


STRANGULATION

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




PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirt

BRAND: Moga

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HMX-8828C1

DESCRIPTION: Girl’s sweatshirt with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring with free ends. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with an embroidered inscription: "Braze Mexico Fashion 46". The product is available in light blue, dark blue and grey colours. Size: 134-164.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a serious risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstring with free ends placed in the hood. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.


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PRODUCT: Children’s jacket

BRAND: QiFeng

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 7149B

DESCRIPTION: Children’s jacket with hood and zip-fastener. The hood can be removed by using a zipper. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles and knots on the ends. The product is decorated with the inscriptions: "Naughty" and „65-Fabto". Size: 122-164.


INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

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




PRODUCT: Children's windbreaker

BRAND: SANJOY

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XFY1015B

DESCRIPTION: Children’s windbreaker with hood and zip-fastener. The hood can be removed by using a zipper. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends. The product is available in red, beige, light blue and dark blue colours. Size: 92-122.



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



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PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt

BRAND: Piao Liang Xiong Di

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: WZ03

DESCRIPTION: Sweatshirt for young children with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring with knots on the ends. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with different patterns (flowers, butterflies, crowns) and an inscription: "Surf Fulla Cess". The product is available in green, brown and blue colours. Size: 6.


STRANGULATION

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




PRODUCT: Girls’sweatshirt

BRAND: Seagull

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CSQ-916

DESCRIPTION: Girls’ sweatshirt with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with an inscription: „hfsritsn”. The product is available in green and pink colours. Size: 134/140.


STRANGULATION

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


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

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PRODUCT: Girls’ leisure trousers

BRAND: AD miring

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: K-8710

Barcode: 7375405995545

DESCRIPTION: Girls’ leisure trousers with two pockets in pink colour. The left pocket is decorated with flowers and leaves. The waist part of the trousers includes an unattached drawstring.

Size: 104, 128 cm.


INJURIES

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




PRODUCT: Child’s outfit

BRAND: Huasheng

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: E-374B

Barcode: 598258181

DESCRIPTION: Outfit for young children consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers includes non-fixed drawstrings with plastic toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with inscriptions: „K”, „BOVIERMAN DRIVESPORTS CLUB SPORTS”, „M56 SPECIALIS M-56”.

Size: 134



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because the hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers include non-fixed drawstrings. There are plastic toggles on the ends of the drawstring in the hood.



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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Boys and Girls Pull-On Lounge Pants and Girls Boxers

UNITS: About 210,000

IMPORTER: Rigo International Inc., of Los Angeles

DESCRIPTION: The recalled items are Academy pull-on lounge pants for boys and girls, and boxers for girls. The garments are made of 100 percent cotton and have elastic or fabric waistbands. The pants and boxers have a variety of colors and print designs, including guitars, bikes, skates, footballs, baseballs, softballs, soccer balls, volleyballs, deer, zebra, horses, penguins and leopards. Some clothing may have the words “cheer,” “champs,” “soccer stars,” “peaceful,” “dance” or “perfect 10” printed on them. The garments are sold in sizes XS through L for boys or 6 through 14 for girls. The garments have identification numbers on a tag directly under the size tag on the rear section of the waistband. Garments with the following identification numbers are included in this recall:


HAZARD: The pants and boxers fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Rigo has received one report of a garment catching fire and causing severe burns to the front and back of both legs of a 9-year-old boy.

Voluntary recall.

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

377676, 377677, 377678, 377679

454818, 454819, 454820, 454821, 454822, 454823, 454824, 454825, 454826, 454827, 454828, 454829

466629, 466630

555571, 555572

564822, 564904, 564938, 564939

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Gabiano Collection Boys and Girls Pajamas, Sets and Gowns

UNITS: About 6,000

IMPORTER: Ishtex Textile Products Inc. of Duluth, Ga.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves all styles of boys and girls 100 percent cotton pajamas, including sets (tops and bottoms), one-piece suits and gowns in a variety of colors and designs in sizes 2 through 14. “Gabiano” is printed on a tag sewn into the center back neckline of the tops and gown and at the center back of the bottoms. This recall includes style numbers GB201, GB204, GB205, GB207, GB208, GB213, GB215, GB220, GB225, GB230, GB245, GB250, GB260, GB275, GB2001, GB2002, GB2011, GB2012, GB2021, GB2022, GB2031, GB2032, GB2041, GB2042, GB3001 and GB3011. The style number is only printed on the sales tag and does not appear on the garments.


HAZARD: The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children. The garments were advertised and sold as children’s sleepwear.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None

Voluntary recall.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Children’s pajamas

UNITS: About 12,000

IMPORTER: PajamaGram of Shelburne, Vt.

DESCRIPTION: The pajamas are 100 percent polyester fleece sold in sizes 12 months to 4T and in boys and girls sizes 6 through 14. “PajamaGram” is printed on the neck tag. The pajamas come in two styles: one-piece hood and feet pajamas, and two-piece sets. The below style/GPU number is printed on a second tag sewn into either the neck or side of the pajamas and the pajama pants. The following pajamas are included in this recall:


HAZARD: The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported

Voluntary recall.

MODEL COLORS/ DESCRIPTION

GPU NUMBER

Hoodie Footie for Girls

Pink with zip-off feet and hood JSLHFP1

Hoodie Footie for Boys and Girls

Blue with zip-off feet and hood

JSLHFB1

Sweetheart Hoodie Footie for Girls

Pink with a red heart print and zip-off feet and hood

JSLHFV1

Winter Whimsy Hoodie Footie for Boys and Girls

Red with a snow-man/penguin print and zip-off feet and hood

JSLHFW1

Lodge Fleece Set for Toddlers, Boys and Girls

Two-piece set. Blue shirt with moose appliqué and white moose/snowflake print pant

JSLLFB1

Snuggle Fleece Argyle Set for Girls

Two-piece set. Light blue shirt with pink and blue argyle print pant

JSLAFG1

Infant Lodge Fleece One-Piece

White with moose/snowflake print. Pajamas have feet and a front zipper

JSLLFB2

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Socks "Elegante Berufssocke" (elegant dress socks)

BRAND: Unknown


Barcode: 4019312122634

DESCRIPTION: 5-pack, black, size 43-46. Packaging: black cardboard labels with gold-coloured edge and white print; sleeve with the same design around the 5-pack.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains azo dyes releasing 64, 75 and 76 mg/kg respectively of dimethoxybenzidine of the textile component. This exceeds the limit of 30 mg/kg.


Voluntary recall of the product from end users.

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[email protected] http://www.sgs.com/en/Consumer-Goods-Retail/Product-Recalls.aspx

GCSC has compiled the below sources:

PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE

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

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

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

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

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

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

Recalls and Product Safety News

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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

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

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

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

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

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