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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 1– 15 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 11

HARDGOODS Pages 12 to 22

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 23 to 29

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 30

SOFTLINES Pages 31 to 45

Audio Video and Household Appliances (8)

IT & Telecommunication (1)

Luminaries (3)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (3)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (3)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (12)

Sport & Leisure Goods (5)

Stationery and Office Supplies (0)

Textile and Clothing (23)

Shoes (3)

Bags and Accessories (1)

Jewelleries (0)

Toys (14)

Juvenile Products (1)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (0)

Household Care (1)

http://globalrecalls.oecd.org/

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

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PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Electric fan

BRAND: Howell

NAME: Ventilatore da Pavimento

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HP-43

Batch number/Barcode: 8018474515458

DESCRIPTION: White free-standing fan with three blue blades.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK , INJURIES

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

- The distance between the live motor windings and the motor's accessible metal casing is not sufficient.

- The wires of the windings are not correctly secured and could touch accessible metal parts.

- The product can fall ove

during use.

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

Compulsory measures:

Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Electric overblanket

BRAND: Morphy Richards

NAME: Luxury Heated Overblanket (single)

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Single size blanket. Model: 75310


DESCRIPTION: Single size, electric overblanket supplied in a zip bag with an LCD controller. It is designed to go over the occupant whilst in bed. It can also be used in an unattended mode of operation.


BURNS, FIRE

The blanket can develop a fault that has the potential to cause it to overheat and catch fire.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 55014, EN 61000, EN 50366, EN 60355.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users

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PRODUCT: Electric overblanket

BRAND: Morphy Richards

NAME: Luxury Heated Overblanket

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Double size, dual controlled. Model: 75312


DESCRIPTION: Double size, electric overblanket with dual control supplied in a zip bag with an LCD controller. It is designed to go over the occupant whilst in bed. It can also be used in an unattended mode of operation.


BURNS, FIRE

The blanket can develop a fault that has the potential to cause it to overheat and catch fire.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 55014, EN 61000, EN 50366, EN 60355.

Voluntary measures:


AUSTRALIA Sunbeam Corporation Limited— StickMaster Cordless Stick Blender

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Cordless rechargeable lithium-ion battery stick blender

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

SM8700

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Harvey Norman, Harris Scarfe, David Jones, BIG W, Betta Electrical, Retravision and other smaller retailers

SUPPLIER

Sunbeam Corporation Limited

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.sunbeam.com.au

No picture available.

DEFECTS

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

HAZARDS

Overheating batteries are a potential fire hazard.

Customers should immediately unplug the blender charger, cease using the product and contact Sunbeam for a replacement. Customers should call 1300 782 587 (8:30am - 5:30pm AEST Monday to Friday) or visit www.sunbeam.com.au/SM8700recall for further information and assistance.

http://www.sunbeam.com.au

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories

PRODUCT: Portable induction hob

BRAND: LC

NAME: Induction Hob

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: IH-103G (HK-039 on the packaging).


DESCRIPTION: Portable induction hob in a cardboard box.


BURNS AND FIRE

The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it may overheat.



Withdrawal of the product from the market

AUSTRALIA Kmart Australia Limited—Homemaker 1.5L Glass Blender

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A black and silver 1.5 litre blender with a glass jug


APN: 9300805655728


Kmart Australia Limited

SUPPLIER



DEFECTS

Blades may break or detach during use.

HAZARDS

Broken blades may become mixed with food or drink, posing an ingestion and/or choking hazard.

Consumer should cease using this product immediately and return it to any Kmart store for a full refund.

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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Power supply

BRAND: basicXL

NAME: Notebook adapter

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: BXL-NBT-HP02

Batch number/Barcode: 5 412810 149476

DESCRIPTION: Power supply unit for notebook. Sold in a white/yellow cardboard box. Technical specification: Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, class II equipment Output: 18,5V, 3,5A, 65W


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The electrical insulation and the clearances / creepage distances between the primary and secondary printed circuits are not sufficient.



Withdrawal of the product from the market , Recall of the product from end users

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E&E: LUMINARIES

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Battery-operated lamp

BRAND: Biltema

NAME: Arbejdslampe

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 46-351

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: DS, 100-240V/5V, lk II/III, IP20 Transformer : Input 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 0,3A Output : 5V, 1A


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The battery charger supplied with the lamp poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation is not sufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient.



Recall of the product from end users , Withdrawal of the product from the market

EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: LED tape

BRAND: Lumine

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AC Adaptor: 98CGSW121


DESCRIPTION: LED tape supplied with power adaptor ("AC adaptor" type:98CGSW121 ). Sold in the same transparent package. Technical specification: LED tape: 60xDS-0,08W, 100-240V/12V, class II/III, IP20 AC Adaptor: Input:100-240VAC 50Hz/60Hz Output: 12VDC, 1A


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The power supply unit supplied with the LED tape poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation is not sufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient.



Recall of the product from end users , Withdrawal of the product from the market

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E&E: LUMINARIES

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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Happy Diwali Light 300L

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 300L


DESCRIPTION: The lighting chain is made up of serial-parallel connected, non-replaceable, miniature lamps (300 pcs according to the description on the package but in fact there are 301 pcs). The miniature lamps are red, yellow, green, and blue. The product can be operated by a flashing switch and control unit. Main parts of the lighting chain: two-pin plug ("2.5 A 250 V CE"); flashing switch and control unit with inscription "PUSH" and English-language function marks. (internal printed circuit board: 803-4); one-wire, single-insulated connecting cables and two-wire double insulated main supply cable without marking. Technical specifications: The product is seemingly Class II without any specifications. Packaging: colourful cardboard box marked "220-110 V".


BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK

- The cross-section area of the external wires is not sufficient and the wires could consequently overheat.

- The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting and live metal parts could consequently become accessible.

- The accessible wires have only basic insulation and they come into contact with the sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit.

- The dimensions of the plug are substantially less than required and therefore the user may touch the pin of the plug during connection.

- The insulation resistance is not sufficient.



Import rejected at border

USA NAME OF PRODUCT:

"Style my Room by Justice" Disco Lights

UNITS: About 19,100

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves two styles of Tween Brands disco lamps: the black disco light (style 900528) and the star disco light (style 901651), sold under the Style My Room by Justice name brand. The recalled plastic lamps are about 7 inches tall and consist of a 4-inch diameter ball with multi-colored disco lights atop a round, black base with an on/off switch on the side. The style number appears in the lower left corner of the label located on the back of the product packaging.

IMPORTER: Tween Brands, Inc., of New Albany, Ohio

MANUFACTURER

Nantong Hengqiang Sports Goods Co., LTD and Zhejiang Navigate Industry & Trading Co., LTD

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD

The electrical wiring in the lamp base is accessible and the lamp can overheat, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received one report of the lamp overheating and one report of a consumer receiving an electrical shock.

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

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Battery-powered BrightLight™ blankets

UNITS: About 5,200

DESCRIPTION

The recalled BrightLight blankets are 40-inch by 60-inch white, polyester blankets with LED lights that change color. The blanket has a battery compartment in a zippered pouch on the edge of the blanket.

IMPORTER

IdeaVillage Products Corp. of Wayne, N.J

MANUFACTURER

Wellbrain International, of China


HAZARD

The batteries in the blanket can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating, including one report of a minor burn to a finger.

Voluntary recall.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Floor lamps

BRAND: Metal Products of India

NAME: Floor Lamp

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

- 59233

- 50517

- 50484, series 11/48 and 12/05

- 38096

- 59172

- 53386


DESCRIPTION: Articulated floor lamps of various designs made of brass, with antique silver finish. Lampholder E 27, bulb max. 40 W. Protection class II with europlug, two-core mains lead and foot switch.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The cable anchorage on the foot switch is ineffective. As a result, the mains lead can be pulled out of the foot switch, exposing the live wires.

One accident reported.


Voluntary measures:


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E&E: LUMINARIES

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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: LED 36L

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LED 36L

Batch number/Barcode: 6 332612 881000 (on label); 8 436046 284197 under the label

DESCRIPTION: The lighting chain includes serial-parallel connected, non-replaceable, white LED lamps (36 pcs) with a transparent plastic bell-shaped cover. Main parts of the lighting chain: two-pin plug ("PK, PK-001, 2.5 A 250 V~, VDE, S, N, D, FI "); rectifying unit with inscription "LX-01, 12V-240V 50/60Hz, CE" (internal printed circuit board: Z88, +, -), one-wire, single-insulated connecting cables and two-wire single insulated main supply cable without marking. Technical specifications: The product is seemingly Class II without any specifications. Packaging: transparent plastic cylindrical box marked "220V 50-60Hz".


BURNS AND ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of burns and electric shock for the following reasons:

- the cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is less than the minimum requirement.

- the wire ends soldered to terminals of rectifying unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting.

-the accessible wires have only basic insulation and they come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit and, in case of damage, the live metal parts become accessible.




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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: Charger

BRAND: Emerson Network Power

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: A1299


DESCRIPTION: Charger for iPhone and iPod (COUNTERFEIT PRODUCT). Red 3 pin plug 12V DC plug, USB connector plug and separate cable connector. Product marked "Designed by Apple in California" but it is not a genuine Apple product.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product does not have adequate insulation and the plug pins are inadequately sized. As a result the user could touch live parts and receive an electric shock.

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

Voluntary measures:


EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: USB power supply

BRAND: Minwa

NAME: Switching Power Supply

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Power Supply / MINWA / MWUSBUK1 / 8504409000 / CHINA (CPC Part #’s PW02692 & PW02979).


DESCRIPTION: Single port USB power supply. Black or white.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The case can come apart with moderate force (similar to that applied when removing such a product from a mains wall socket). This exposes the user to the internal workings of the power supply and the risk of an electric shock.

Voluntary measures:


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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Mains plug

BRAND: EM Home

NAME: Clavija Bipolar

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XX-E14, ref. 8304191


DESCRIPTION: Black mains plug in a blister pack with blue cardboard.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The mechanism for holding the cable is not effective. If the cable comes loose the user may touch live parts and be electrocuted.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.



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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Motor vehicles

PRODUCT: Luggage straps

BRAND: Master Gift Import

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 32.049


DESCRIPTION: Set of textile straps with hooks and a tensioning device (ratchet).


INJURIES

The straps may break when they are under tension. As a result the load being transported may be lost, which could lead to a traffic accident.

One incident reported.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 12195.



EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Tyre repair kit

BRAND: Bestop

NAME: Cold Patch

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: M48 No. 3208


DESCRIPTION: An orange package containing a bicycle tyre patch and glue in a yellow tube.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 33% by weight of benzene. In addition, it contains 34% by weight of toluene.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.



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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

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EU/MALTA CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Safety helmet

BRAND: Daniel Professional Tools

NAME: Heavy Duty Safety Helmet

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No: T-611

Batch number/Barcode:

5051192006115

DESCRIPTION: Yellow plastic safety helmet.


INJURIES

The helmet does not have a strap. As a result, it cannot be properly adjusted to the head of the user and does not effectively protect it in the event of an impact.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the applicable European Standard EN 397.



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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

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EU/FRANCE CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the Product-recalls-Consumer-products-EN-16-31-Jan-12 has been permanently removed following further information received from the notifying country.

CATEGORY: Decorative articles

PRODUCT: Decorative arrangement with candles "Arr Steen Kersk "

BRAND: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: PL21750 (supplier reference)

DESCRIPTION: Decorative arrangements of artificial pine sprigs and moss in a white ceramic pot with two red candles.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Netherlands

BURNS AND FIRE

The product poses a risk of burns because the decorative elements of the arrangement may catch fire. In addition, the product does not contain warning pictograms.

The product does not comply with the national legislation.

Voluntary withdrawal from the market.

AUSTRALIA Kmart Australia Limited—Homemaker 2.5L Kettle

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A domestic 2.5L stainless steel kettle with a black handle A domestic 2.5L red kettle with a black handle


Stainless Steel Kettle APN: 9300806007113 Red Kettle APN: 9300806007120



SUPPLIER



DEFECTS

The handle on the kettle can become loose or deformed during use.

HAZARDS

Should the defect occur there is a risk of serious burns.

Consumer should cease using this product immediately and return it to any Kmart store for a full refund.

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




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CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Glass table

BRAND: Lotus

NAME: Conference table

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 18479247


DESCRIPTION: Conference table, dimensions 120x41x66 cm, consisting of a glass plate, glass shelves and 4 metal legs; packed in cardboard box

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the table can easily fragment and break which can lead to injuries.


Voluntary measures:


EU/SWEDEN CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Chair

BRAND: Biltema

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art No. 14418 and 14419


DESCRIPTION: Foldable, balcony/ garden chair in white wood.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Vietnam

ENTRAPMENT

The product poses a risk of entrapment because, when adjusting the position of the chair, a shear point is formed underneath the seat and the fingers of the user could be entrapped and crushed.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 581-1.

Voluntary measures:


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AUSTRALIA Gifts King Import Pty Ltd—Musical Birthday Sparking Candle

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Flaming sparks shoot from the centre of the candle and the petals open as the candle burns.


GKI-Candle1 Barcode: 9310512188884


Homeware and giftware stores, newsagencies, post office stores, pharmacies, discount and tobacco shops

SUPPLIER

Gifts King Import Pty Ltd

DEFECTS

The items fail to comply with the requirements of the ban on combustible candle holders, Consumer Protection Notice No.12 of 2011.

HAZARDS

Burns, serious injury or death can occur if the candle holder or decoration catches alight and causes a fire.

Consumers should cease using the products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, please contact Gifts King Import Pty Ltd on (03) 9553-0078.

AUSTRALIA Kmart Australia Limited—Homemaker Glass Measuring Jug

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A domestic glass measuring jug available in 500 ml & 1 L sizes.


Glass measuring jug 500ml APN's 9300806701318 9341101427817

Glass measuring jug 1litre APN's 9300806701523 9341101427800



SUPPLIER



DEFECTS

The glass jug may shatter, crack or break unexpectedly.

HAZARDS

There is a risk of injury or property damage should the defect occur.

Immediately cease usin the itemand return the product to Kmart for a full refund.

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Garlic Slicers

UNITS: About 286,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves The Pampered Chef garlic slicers sold individually and with a garlic peeler. The garlic slicers were sold under product numbers 1113 (individual) and 2578 (set). The two-piece white plastic, tube shaped slicer measures 2 ¼ inches by 3 ½ inches and has two blades on the end. “The Pampered Chef” is engraved on the top cover.

DISTRIBUTOR

The Pampered Chef, of Addison, Ill.

IMPORTER

Leifheit International USA, Inc. of Melville, New York

Manufactured in: China

HAZARD

A blade on the garlic slicer can unexpectedly dislodge during use, posing a laceration hazard to the consumer.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The Pampered Chef has received 23 reports of blades detaching during use including one report of a consumer who cut her finger.


Stackable Chairs

UNITS: About 750

DESCRIPTION

The recalled chairs are four-legged stackable chairs sold under the name Oakmont exclusively through Global Industrial Equipment. The chairs have a metal frame with padded fabric seat and back cushions. The cushions come in black, blue or burgundy. The model number, manufacture date "5-2011" and part number "PO000837" are on a white label under the seat of the recalled chairs.

IMPORTER

Regency Seating Inc., of Akron, Ohio


HAZARD

The weld connecting the legs to the seat can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Regency Seating has received three reports of leg welds breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

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Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces

DESCRIPTION

The wall mounted fireplaces have a 2 or 3.4 liter capacity burner fuel cup with an ethanol open flame behind a tempered glass shield with a metal curved base and a black metal backboard. Both wall mounted fireplaces measure about 20-inches in height. The Vivo NF-W4VIO model measures about 39-inches in width and the Vivido NF-W3VIO model fireplace measures 26-inches in width. The model number is printed on the product packaging.

IMPORTER

Bluworld/Nu-Flame, of Orlando, Fla.


HAZARD

Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard to the user, bystanders or items nearby.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received two reports of property damage to clothing, bedding and a pet bed. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: kitchen scissors



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (1.0 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen scissors from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: stainless steel knives



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (2.9 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel knives from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: stainless cleavers



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (0.5 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless cleavers from China

import not authorised

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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

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AUSTRALIA Wing Loon News and Books—Sky Lantern

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Sky lanterns are miniature airborne decorations propelled by lighting an open fuel source at the base of the lantern.


N/A


Wing Loon News and Books

SUPPLIER

Wing Loon News and Books


DEFECTS

The product contravenes the permanent ban on sky lanterns, Consumer Protection Notice No.17 of 2011.

HAZARDS

Sky lanterns may cause fires if the open flame contacts combustible material, posing a risk of death or serious injury to the general public, particularly in bushfire-prone areas.

Return the product to place of purchase for a full refund.


Santa Cruz Jr. Youth Snorkeling Masks

UNITS: About 130,000 units

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Santa Cruz Jr. single paned, tempered glass youth snorkeling masks sold under the U.S. Divers and Aqua Lung Sport brands. The masks were sold individually, with a snorkel or as a set with snorkel and fins. The U.S. Divers logo or Aqua Lung Sport logo is on the top of the mask as well as inset on the tempered glass lens. The tempered glass lens is also labeled as tempered. This recall affects all Santa Cruz Jr. Youth Masks manufactured before October 2011. Masks manufactured before October 2011 do not have a production code on the edge of the frame, near the nose pocket.

IMPORTER

Aqua Lung Inc. dba U.S. Divers, of Vista, Calif.

MANUFACTURER

Aqua Lung Inc., of Vista, Calif.

MANUFACTURED IN: Thailand

HAZARD

Notches in the tempered glass can cause the lens to break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received nine reports of the lens cracking or breaking, including three reports of the minor cuts and scratches to the face.

Voluntary recall.

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Martinique LX Jr. Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets

UNITS: About 44,000 units

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Martinique Jr. single paned, tempered glass youth snorkeling masks sold in a set with snorkel and fins. The masks feature a silicone face skirt, strap and adjustable buckles. The mask is blue with a silver accent piece that frames the tempered glass lens. The U.S. Divers logo is on the upper bridge of the mask as well as inset on the tempered glass lens. The lens is also labeled as tempered. The buckles are each printed with the U.S. Divers “wave” logo.

IMPORTER

Aqua Lung Inc. dba U.S. Divers, of Vista, Calif.

MANUFACTURER

Aqua Lung Inc., of Vista, Calif.

MANUFACTURED IN: Thailand

HAZARD

Notches in the tempered glass lens on the mask can break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received eight reports of the lens cracking or breaking, including four reports of cuts and scratches to the face.

Voluntary recall.

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Road bicycles and framesets

BRAND: Specialized

NAME: Tarmac, Crux and Secteur

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: The recall concerns 2012 and 2013 models (see attached list).

DESCRIPTION: Road bicycles and framesets with a Topkey front fork steerer.


INJURIES

The front fork steerer tube can break whilst the bike is being ridden. This could cause the rider to fall from the bike. Four incidents reported.

Voluntary measures:


http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2013-w10/2013-w10_26-list.pdf

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Break-Barrel Air Rifle

UNITS: About 2,400

DESCRIPTION

The recalled product is a Swiss Arms break-barrel, single-shot air rifle. The rifle is 34 inches long with a black barrel. It has a wood stock with checkering etched on the grip and forend and a rubber recoil pad on the butt. It has a metal fixed front sight, a fold-down rear sight and a receiver for mounting optics. The rifle comes with a 4x32 millimeter scope. "XT32" and "Cal.4.5/.177" are on the left side of the barrel hinge plate. The rifle is cocked by swinging the barrel down on its hinge to "break" the gun open for loading, then swinging the barrel back up into firing position. Model number "288719" is located on the barrel near the rear sight.

IMPORTER: Soft Air USA, of Grapevine, Texas


HAZARD

The air gun can discharge while the safety is engaged, posing a risk of injury to consumers and those nearby.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Soft Air reports no incidents and no injuries.

Voluntary recall.

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TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS

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EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children´s equipment.

PRODUCT: Children's bicycle

BRAND: Alpina Rocky

NAME: Alpina

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Alpina


DESCRIPTION: Children's bicycle in blue and yellow colours; packaging is not available; the bicycle is sold assembled.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because it is supplied with one brake system (hand-operated and attached to the front wheel) and the distance between the tip of the mud-guard and the pedal is not sufficient.


Voluntary measures:

Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures , Recall of the product from end users

AUSTRALIA Multipoint Technologies Pty Ltd—Helicopter Balloon FT814

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Child's toy comprising a balloon and plastic aerodynamic blades - 6 items per pack

Identifying features

FT814


Multipoint Technologies Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER

Multipoint Technologies Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.multipointtechnologies.com.au

DEFECTS

The product does not comply with mandatory standard (AS/NZS ISO 8124.1, as amended by the regulation for projectile toys), as it does not have a ring on the perimeter of the rotor to reduce the risk of injury.

HAZARDS

The perimeter of the blades does not have a protective ring in order to reduce the risk of injuries to the eye.

Cease using the product immediately. A letter has been sent to affected consumers whereby a full refund is being offered.

http://www.multipointtechnologies.com.au

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Wooden toy car

BRAND: Walter

NAME: First Car

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No. 61239

Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4038162612393

DESCRIPTION: Wooden car to hold and push along – brightly painted, with a wooden arch (grip) in place of the car roof. There are three wooden rings (orange, yellow and green) attached to the arch. Material: solid beech. Width: approx. 5.5 cm, length: approx. 11.5 cm, height: approx. 8.5 cm, weight: approx. 105 g. Age group: from five months.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking due to the presence of small parts which can be easily detached and swallowed by children. In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries because it has sharp edges.

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

Voluntary measures:


EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll

BRAND: Perez y Rincón

NAME: Beautiful Fashionable Shopping

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 979 (5589)


DESCRIPTION: - The doll has a shiny dress and long blond hair. It is packed in a cardboard box with a transparent window. The box is marked Beautiful girl - Fashionable. It has a label showing the importer's details and the CE mark. Another label identifies the manufacturer and carries the reference and the barcode.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 25.3% 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.



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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Balloons

BRAND: Ubl

NAME: 25 Balloons

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No: 3959


DESCRIPTION: Balloons (25 pcs / pack), packed in a cellophane bag marked "Happy Birthday Printed".


CHOKING

The product poses the risk of choking because small children could put the empty balloons in the mouth and swallow.

The product does not bear a warning about the danger of suffocation for children under the age of 8 due to deflated or destroyed balloons, or mention that adult supervision is required; missing information about the use of natural rubber filled with calcium carbonate (CaCO3).

This product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN-71.



EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Balloons

BRAND: S.M.

NAME: 50 Balloons

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. 3959


DESCRIPTION: Balloons (50 pcs / pack), packed in a cellophane bag marked "Happy Birthday Printed".


CHOKING


The product does not bear the warning about the danger of suffocation for children under the age of 8 due to deflated or destroyed balloons, or that adult supervision is required; missing information about the use of natural rubber filled with calcium carbonate (CaCO3).




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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Balloons

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Balloons "I Love you"

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Balloons (12 pcs / pack), packed in cellophane bag marked "Balloons".


CHOKING


The product does not bear the warning about the danger of suffocation for children under the age of 8 due to deflated or destroyed balloons, or that adult supervision is required; missing information about the use of natural rubber filled with calcium carbonate (CaCO3).




EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Balloons

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Balloons Magic

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. LXT4395A

Batch number/Barcode: 8 592 201 005 012

DESCRIPTION: Balloons with pump (18 pcs / pack), packed in a blister on card marked "Creative Entertaining".


CHOKING


The product does not bear the warning about the danger of suffocation for children under the age of 8 due to deflated or destroyed balloons and that adult supervision is required; missing information about the use of natural rubber filled with calcium carbonate (CaCO3).




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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic rabbit

BRAND: Tobia's Giochi

NAME: Piccolo Mondo

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Soft model, item 23430G


DESCRIPTION: 2 toy white rabbits with a whistle in transparent wrapper.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 1.9% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 1.2% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).





PRODUCT: Plastic doll with toy carriage

BRAND: Rocco Giocattoli

NAME: Dreamy Coach

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 21580084


DESCRIPTION: Plastic doll with carriage and pony in plastic packaging.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because multi-coloured plastic wings contain 0.5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).




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PRODUCT: Plastic dolls with accessories

BRAND: General Trade

NAME: Ginni family

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article 102822 (printed on the packaging)

Batch number/Barcode: 75SH, 8 015361964481

DESCRIPTION: The packaging consists of a cardboard box with a clear plastic front. There are various indications on the packaging. The package contains: one princess figure; one prince figure; two figures of little girls; a cake with candles and accessories.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the faces of the dolls contain up to 30% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). In addition they contain traces of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).





PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: General Trade

NAME: Pacioccotti profumini

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article 120318 (printed on the packaging)

Batch number/Barcode: Lot No 49/SH, 8 015361930950 (printed on the packaging)

DESCRIPTION: Plastic dolls. The packaging consists of transparent plastic wrapping and bears a cardboard label with various indications including the inscription ‘Baby frutta try me 4funz-I’.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 13.5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). In addition it contains traces of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).




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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT Radio-controlled toy car

BRAND: Modern Living

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: A088


DESCRIPTION: Radio-controlled toy car in a variety of colours, packaged in a cardboard box. Supplied with a mains adaptor (model number FLH410604, input 220-240V, output 6V).


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

The adaptor poses a risk of electric shock and fire because: - The internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position and a loose wire could reduce the creepage distances; - It has inadequately sized pins which could lead to arcing within the socket.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61558 and the relevant national standard.


Temporary ban on the supply, offer to supply and display of the product

EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Children's foldable scooter

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Folding Scooter


Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 8165034094707

DESCRIPTION: Folding scooter with a bell, four wheels, metal frame, platform and handlebars. The handlebar grips are made of soft plastic. The scooter has a foot brake in the form of the fender, which acts directly on the rear wheel. The handlebars are height-adjustable and foldable. The scooter has a two-position, folding mechanism. Packed in a cardboard box. All written information on the packaging is in a foreign language.


INJURIES

The steering tube does not have sufficient strength and could break leading to the user losing control of the scooter.

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

Voluntary measures:


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Imaginarium Activity Walkers

UNITS: About 9,000

DESCRIPTION

The recalled Imaginarium Activity Walkers have a round wooden push handle on the top of a curved triangle-shaped wooden walker base with four wheels. There is a multi-colored metal xylophone with 2 triangle mallets, 1 multi-colored abacus and 1 scratch noise maker on the front of the walker. The walkers have multi-colored wooden, disc-shaped wheels. The walkers measure about 19 inches tall and about 13 inches wide. The recalled walkers have model number “Toys ‘R’ Us 5F5E972” printed on the bottom of the activity walkers. Barcode number “3700217300319” is printed on the bottom of the activity walker box.

IMPORTER: Toys R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.


HAZARD

The small bolt and spacer that attaches each front wheel to the walker can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Toys R Us has received five reports of the front wheels detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

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EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Glue

BRAND: Jiuerjiu

NAME: Cyjanoban Me

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Super Glue


DESCRIPTION: A red/black tube in a red/black paperboard packaging with transparent plastic cover.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 22.4% by weight of chloroform.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.



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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' bikini

BRAND: Energier’s

NAME: Swimmy Beachwear

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: code: 120-28-65, driver: 28-65


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in red, pink or lime colours. 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 a duck and two flowers made from multi-coloured sequins. The bottom part is decorated with a flower with yellow and red sequins. Sizes: 6-14 years.


INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords and knots in the neck area and at the back of the bikini top.





PRODUCT: Girls’ bikini

BRAND: Vero by Aslanis

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: 78027


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 fuchsia cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 fuchsia cords that are to be tied at the back. The top is light blue and is decorated with multi-coloured flower patterns. The bottom is fuchsia coloured. Size: 2 years.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece

INJURIES, 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.




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PRODUCT: Girls’ bikini

BRAND: Solymar

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: 12402


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 fuchsia cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 fuchsia cords that are to be tied at the back. The top is white and is decorated with a fuchsia flower pattern with a blue stem and green leaves. The bottom part is white, decorated with multi-coloured patterns and has two fuchsia functional cords at each side (length: 210 mm). Sizes: 6-14.



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 and in the waist area.






BRAND: SOLYMAR

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code 12234


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 fuchsia cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 white cords that are to be tied at the back. The top is white and is decorated with multi-coloured patterns. The bottom part is white, decorated with multi-coloured patterns and has 2 fuchsia sashes at the sides (length: less than 360 mm). Sizes: 1-4.



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.




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

PRODUCT: Children’s blankets

BRAND: Laura Ashley

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: References 3516623 and 3516624


DESCRIPTION: Children's fleece blankets. The boys' model has red, white, light blue and dark blue stripes, rounded corners and the whole edge is blanket-stitched with dark blue thread. It has a Laura Ashley label and the ref. 3516623. The girls' model is pink with cream and white stripes. It is blanket-stitched in pink around the edge and has rounded corners. It has a Laura Ashley label and the ref. 3516624.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the stitching around the edges of some batches has not been finished off correctly. The threads could therefore come loose and be swallowed by children.

Voluntary measures:




BRAND: Valendin

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art: 40, code: 3383-00000040-001001


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in light blue, decorated with silver coloured flower patterns. The upper part has 2 grey cords with free ends at the neck and 2 grey cords to be tied at the back. The bikini bottom has 2 pairs of grey functional cords at each side (length less than 140 mm). Sizes: 0-14.



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.




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PRODUCT: Girls' bikini bottom

BRAND: Valendin

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art: 01, code: 3383-00000001-001001


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini bottom in orange colour, decorated with a heart with multi-coloured patterns. The garment has yellow frills and two pairs of functional yellow cords at each side (length: 32cm), ending in blue beads. Size: 0-14.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area.






BRAND: Energier’s

NAME: Swimmy Beachwear

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code 120-28-67, driver: 28-67

Batch number/Barcode: multiple

DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in orange, white or pink. 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 a duck and two flowers from multi-coloured beads. The bottom is decorated with a flower made from yellow and red beads. Sizes: 6-14 years.



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.




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BRAND: Solymar

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code 12236


DESCRIPTION: Girls’ bikini in pink colour. 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 a blue and a yellow flower made from sequins. The bottom part has 2 sashes at each side (length: less than 360 mm). Sizes: 1-5.









BRAND: Solymar

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code 12416, colour: 03


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in blue. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 fuchsia cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 fuchsia cords that are to be tied at the back. The top is decorated with multi-coloured patterns. The bottom part has a fuchsia cord without free ends and a white area (upper front side), decorated with flower patterns in various colours. Sizes: 6-14.







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BRAND: Evelyn’s Fashion

NAME: Flower

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 134-15

Batch number/Barcode:

DESCRIPTION: Girl’s multi-coloured bikini. 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 patterns in pale colours. The bottom part is also decorated with patterns in pale colours and a big pink flower on the front. The bottom part has 2 pairs of functional cords at each side (length: less than 140 mm). Sizes: 4.







EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' dress

BRAND: Miss Creative

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s lined dress with a pleated skirt, short sleeves and a high waistline. Colour: blue and orange with polka dots. The dress is supplied with a functional cord in the form of a satin waistband, approx. 2.5 cm wide, which is attached to the front by means of a safety pin, with an attached textile flower and a plastic stone with two leaves and loops at the sides. The waistband is intended to be tied at the back and is about 60 cm long at both ends. In the upper section there are three plastic decorative buttons. There is a zip at the back.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a functional cord to be tied in the back area.




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BRAND: Rosso Kid’s

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: XS 0958

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown.

DESCRIPTION: Girl’s bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 multi-coloured cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 fuchsia cords that are to be tied in the back area, ending to blue small plastic stars. The top is pink and is decorated with the images of a yellow lizard (right part) and a fuchsia coloured hippo (left part). The bottom is also fuchsia coloured, decorated with the image of an umbrella (pink outside, green inside) and at each side there are multi-coloured cords with blue small plastic stars. Sizes: 7/8, 11/12.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords and knots in the neck area and at the back of the bikini top.






BRAND: Rosso Kid’s

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: XS 0952


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in pink. 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 in the back area, ending in knots. The top is decorated with yellow and fuchsia butterflies, the image of a red smiling face (right part) and flower patterns (left part). The bottom is decorated with white and fuchsia butterflies and has frills in the waist area and 2 pairs of functional cords at each side (length: 290 mm). Size: 9/10.



The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords and knots in the neck, back and waist area.

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



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PRODUCT: Swimming shorts

BRAND: United Colors of Benetton

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 5147S9260


DESCRIPTION: Boys' swimming shorts in blue or white with a white horizontal stripe and the inscription “United Colors of Benetton” in white on the left front side. The garment has 2 white drawstrings in the waist area that protrude 160 – 200 mm.

Sizes: XS, M, L.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Romania

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of drawstrings with free ends in the waist area which are too long.





PRODUCT: Children’s coat

BRAND: Baby Love, Jao xin wa wa

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No 8109


DESCRIPTION: Children’s coat intended for girls up to 7 years of age, as well as children and adolescents aged 7-14. It has a hood with ears, functional cords with free ends ending with pom-poms made of fluffy cloth, with lining. The coat is flared from the waist down and it has three buttons. It has two pockets on the front with an attached button on each, and a paper label is attached.



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




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PRODUCT: Children's outfit

BRAND: KENZO kids (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT)

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CA#34460, RN#92918


DESCRIPTION: Children’s sports outfit intended for girls up to 7 years of age and older children and adolescents aged 7-14 (style: T-1116). It consists of two parts – a sweatshirt with a hood and cords with free ends and a pair of trousers with cords in the waist area that are not attached in at least one point equidistant from the exit points.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States


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





PRODUCT: Children’s jacket

BRAND: АК® bebe

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s jacket for girls up to 7 years of age with functional cords with free ends in the hood. The cords end with stoppers. On the front there are appliquéd and embroidered patterns – chickens, flowers and balloons, with two pockets with a zip, with elastic in the waist area and the sleeves and a label attached to the inner side of the jacket.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey


The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of a cord in the hood.




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PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt

BRAND: Haos

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Sweatshirt intended for children up to 7 years of age, supplied with cords in the neck area and the hood that are not secured against unravelling. There is an attached textile label.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria

STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area.





PRODUCT: Children’s tracksuit

BRAND: Linke

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Т1029 LYC2

Batch number/Barcode: 6 125654599473

DESCRIPTION: Tracksuit intended for children aged 7-14. The top has long sleeves and can be fastened with a zip. Colour: black and orange, as well as black and pale green colours. There is a printed pattern on the back. The trousers are black and supplied with cords in the waist area that are not attached to the garment. The cords have free ends of length approx. 20 cm when the garment is fully opened and 30 cm when the garment is fastened to the intended size. The top and the trousers have an embroidered emblem in the form of an ellipse with the inscription LNK; there are textile labels attached to the garment.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords in the waist area.




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PRODUCT: Children’s tracksuit

BRAND: Linke

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s tracksuit intended for children aged 7-14, The top has long sleeves. The colour is turquoise and there is a printed pattern on the back. The top is fastened with a zip placed on the front. The trousers are black and supplied with cords in the waist area that are not attached to the garment. The cords have free ends approx. 25 cm in length when the garment is fully opened. The trousers also have elastic fastening cords in the ankle area, emerging through an opening in the lower part of the trouser-legs. The top and the trousers have an embroidered emblem in the form of an ellipse with the inscription LNK. There are textile labels attached to the garment.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords in the waist area.





PRODUCT: Children’s set

BRAND: Lost baby

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Girls’ clothing set consisting of trousers and a sweatshirt intended for children aged 2-3. Available in pink, cyclamen and blue colours; supplied with a cord attached in the neck area, the length of which is 12 cm. The cords end with an attached tassel. The top has long sleeves and has an appliquéd pattern of a cat. On the front there is a pocket with two openings for the hands and an embroidered inscription "Hello Baby".


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area.




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Children’s Pajamas

UNITS

About 700

DESCRIPTION

The recalled products are one-piece micro fleece garment made of 100 percent polyester knit fabric. They were sold in infant sizes 9M to 12M. The pajamas are footed and have a front zipper and long sleeves. The brand name “UNIQLO BABY” appears on the neck label. There are a variety of colors and designs, including red and black plaid print; navy, green and yellow plaid print; off-white with pink, yellow and gray dots print; pink with off-white, dark pink and gray dots print; brown and pink with white snowflakes print; navy with white snowflakes print; gray with deer; beige with deer. The serial numbers of the recalled product, located at the bottom of the neck label, include: 187-074142(24-04), 187-074143(24-04), 187-074144(24-04) and 187-074145(24-04).

IMPORTER

Fast Retailing USA, Inc., of New York, N.Y. and UNIQLO USA LLC, of New York, N.Y.

MANUFACTURED IN

China

HAZARD

The pajamas fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Voluntary recall.

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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' shoes

BRAND: Super Cool

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 87202-1


DESCRIPTION: Black, synthetic leather shoes for young girls. The shoes are decorated with a glittering butterfly and a bow and rhinestones in the heel area.


CHOKING

The product poses the risk of choking because the decorative elements (butterfly, bow, rhinestones) could be easily detached, placed in the mouth and swallowed or inhaled by children.


Withdrawal of the product from the market; Recall of the product from end users


Cha Cha and Cha Cha 2 girls’ boots

UNITS: About 5,000

DESCRIPTION

The Stuart Weitzman brand Cha Cha and Cha Cha 2 boots come in black or white vinyl with quilted nylon shafts and were sold in girls’ size 13 through size 5. The boots have zippers with gold-tone SW logo zipper pulls on the inside side of the boots. The model name and size is printed on a white tag inside the top of the boots.

IMPORTER

Synclaire Brands U.S.A., Inc., of Hicksville, N.Y.


HAZARD

The zipper pulls on the boots can become entangled posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Synclaire Brands has received 3 reports of the zipper pulls becoming entangled to each other, including one injury that occurred when a child wearing the boots attempted to untangle the zipper pulls. The child lost her balance and hit her head on the sidewalk, causing a laceration to her forehead that required stitches.

Voluntary recall.

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Women's high-heel shoes

UNITS: About 13,500

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Versailles model (570053826) and Lourdes model (570053756) women's high-heeled shoes. The shoes have four-inch heels. The Versailles is cream, black and brown-colored faux snakeskin. The Lourdes is black-colored faux snakeskin with a white t-strap and trim. The model name is stamped inside the shoes and on the shoe box. The model number is printed on the shoe box.

IMPORTER

Impo International LLC, of Santa Maria, Calif.

MANUFACTURER

Baoding Footwear Co. Ltd., of China


HAZARD

The heels on the shoes can become unstable, posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Voluntary recall.

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Protective Equipment

PRODUCT: Leather gloves

BRAND: Ox-On

NAME: Summer Driver

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Summer Driver, Item No 066.18

Batch number/Barcode: 5 70 1952 066186

DESCRIPTION: Unlined, pig leather gloves in beige with black braiding at the wrist.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Denmark

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk due to the presence of up to 40.1 mg/kg of Chromium (VI) in the leather of the gloves. Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (PPE).

Voluntary measures:


SOFTLINES SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES

FOR ENQUIRIES

[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://www.sgs.com/en/Consumer-Goods-Retail/Product-Recalls.aspx

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

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

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

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

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

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

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