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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16-31 MARCH 2013

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 8

HARDGOODS Pages 9 to 17

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 18 to 30

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 31 to 32

SOFTLINES Pages 33 to 50

Audio Video and Household Appliances (6)

IT & Telecommunication (1)

Luminaries (4)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (2)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (1)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (11)

Sport & Leisure Goods (9)

Stationery and Office Supplies (1)

Textile and Clothing (24)

Shoes (8)

Bags and Accessories (1)

Jewelleries (2)

Toys (18)

Juvenile Products (8)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (1)

Household Care (1)

http://globalrecalls.oecd.org/

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

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PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Shoe-cleaning device

BRAND: Hydas

NAME: Station de Cirage

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KD-5002

Batch number/Barcode: Item No 8510/batch No 2910/CUG 632611/EAN 4004128007671

DESCRIPTION: Device for cleaning shoes with five different heads. It connects to the mains and has rechargeable batteries.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

FIRE AND BURNS

The batteries continue to charge beyond 150% of their capacity. This creates the risk of the batteries catching fire or exploding.

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

Voluntary measures:

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

EU/POLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Tumble dryer

BRAND: Beko

NAME: Condenser Tumble Dryer

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DCU 7330, 7430. The recall affects models produced between May 2012 and November 2012.

Batch number/Barcode: 8690842347139

DESCRIPTION: Condenser tumble dryer; 7kg.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

FIRE

A capacitor may overheat leading to a fire.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users

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AUSTRALIA Vivo International Corporation Pty Ltd—Vivo 50" HD Plasma Television

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Vivo 50" high definition plasma television sold exclusively through BIG W stores.

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Model number: PTV50HD

Serial number ranges: 22091201001-22091202000 & 2209120001- 22091201000

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

BIG W stores

SUPPLIER

Vivo International Corporation Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.vivotvs.com

No picture available.

DEFECTS

The neck of the television stand may break unexpectedly.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, the television may dislodge from the stand and poses a potential crushing hazard to nearby consumers.

Consumers should cease using the stand immediately. Consumers may return the television to BIG W for a full refund or contact Vivo to have a replacement neck sent to them at no cost.

For further information please contact Vivo on (02) 8030 8996 Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm (AEST) or via email at [email protected] or visit the Vivo website www.vivotvs.com.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT:

Bass Guitar Amplifiers

UNITS: About 388

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high and 9 inches deep and have a red front panel. The model and “tc electronic” are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier.

IMPORTER

TC Group Americas, of Kitchener, ON, Canada

MANUFACTURER: tc electronic, of Denmark

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD:

A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Voluntary recall.

http://www.vivotvs.com

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SuperCube 2000 Powered Subwoofers

UNITS

About 900

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves the SuperCube 2000 powered subwoofers with “0912HB” as part of a serial number printed on the back of the unit. The subwoofer measures 11 inches tall by 11 inches wide by 11 inches deep and has a black cloth grille wrapping all four sides with a glossy black top cap. “Definitive” is printed on the bottom front of the speaker.

IMPORTER

DEI Sales Inc., dba Definitive Technology, of Vista, Calif.


HAZARD

An internal failure with the subwoofer’s level input jack (RCA jack) results in a shock hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received two reports of consumers who were shocked while handling the unit.

Voluntary recall


Filtrete™ room air purifiers

UNITS: About 10,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air filter. They have a two-speed fan knob with Filtrete embossed on the top. The two recalled models are Ultra Quiet, number FAP00-RS, and Maximum Allergen, number FAP00-L, which was sold only at Lowe's stores. The products serial numbers begin with E, F, G, H, I or J and the model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product.

IMPORTER: 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan

HAZARD

The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

3M has received two incident reports: one of an air purifier overheating and another of an internal room air purifier filter catching fire. No injuries or property damage reported.

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Loudspeaker

BRAND: Sound Nod

NAME: Travel speaker for MP3

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

Batch number/Barcode: 6438148 001896

DESCRIPTION: Portable loudspeaker supplied with charger ("Travel charger", input AC 100 - 240 V, 50 Hz. Class II. Output: DC 6 V 350 mA). Sold in a black transparent package.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The charger poses a risk of electric shock because the creepage distances and clearances in the mains transformer between the primary windings and the secondary winding are insufficient.


Compulsory measures:

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

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E&E: LUMINARIES

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EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Night-light

BRAND: Toyo

NAME: Luz Nocturna



DESCRIPTION: Night-light with a switch on the front. The product is packed in a blister pack.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product does not have sufficient mechanical strength and can break. As a result, it is possible for the user to access live internal parts when the night-light is inserted in a mains-socket outlet.



Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures

USA NAME OF PRODUCT:: LED Light Bulbs

UNITS: About 554,000

DESCRIPTION

The 120-volt LED bulbs, sold as 6- 8- and 9-watt bulbs (equivalent to 40 or 50 watts), were marketed under the brand names Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania and Westinghouse. The model numbers A19, G25 and R20/PAR20 are found on the packaging and on the light-colored circular neck above the base of the bulb where the date code is also printed. The date code reflects the week and year of manufacture; for example date code L4010 was produced during the 40th week of 2010. The date codes listed below may have the letters "CH " or "MX " at the end.

IMPORTER: Lighting Science Group Corporation, of Satellite Beach, Fla.

MANUFACTURER: Citizen Electronics and Lighting Science Group

MANUFACTURED IN: China (with a small number of products having final assembly in Florida or Mexico)

HAZARD:

The bulbs can overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Lighting Science Group is aware of 68 incidents of product failures, eight of which were accompanied by visible smoke or fire conditions. The incidents include damage to light sockets, melted fixtures, burned rugs/carpet/ floors, damage to a circuit and to a lamp. There have been no reports of personal injuries.

Voluntary recall.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Christmas lighting chain

BRAND: YJS

NAME: Luz de Arroz, Christmas Collection

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

1. 100 Lamps, No. 40537

2. 140 Lamps, No. 40544

Batch number/Barcode:

1. EAN: 8585030040537

2. EAN: 8585030040544

DESCRIPTION: Christmas lighting chains with non- replaceable, LED-type lamps, equipped with a flashing unit. The packaging is a cardboard box with a picture of two snowmen and marking "Light up your life this Christmas".


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

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

- The mechanical strength of the flashing unit is not sufficient and its cover can be fragmented, resulting in accessible live parts.

- The insulation material of the flashing unit is flammable.

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




Withdrawal of the product from the market

EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Night-light

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Mini NightLight / Lampa na Spanie

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Moon light, Item No. Q2526549A, HEER X001 (on the plug)

Batch number/Barcode: EAN: 859254826549

DESCRIPTION: Night-light made from white plastic material, with a cover made from textile with a metallic frame. Packed in blister.


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND BURNS

The material of the lamp is not resistant to heat and may deform. As a result, the user may have direct access to live and hot parts.


Voluntary measures:


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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: USB charger

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: USB Multi-Charge Cable

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: UNIT – 168 C, Item No. 7134358120, Model of adaptor: KX-1513 and KY-738A


DESCRIPTION: USB charger supplied with an adaptor for cars, a self-winding cable, USB connector and connectors of various types. Packed in a blister.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The charger poses a risk of electric shock because:

- it does not have adequate mechanical strength and the material from which it is made is not sufficiently resistant to heat. As a result, the charger may break or deform and live parts may become accessible;

- the clearances and creepage distances in the transformer are not sufficient.


Voluntary measures:


EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Three-way socket adaptor

BRAND: EM Home

NAME: 3-hole socket adaptor

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 8302616


DESCRIPTION: Three-way socket adaptor in the shape of a transparent plastic cross in blue or green colour. The adaptor comes in transparent blister packaging.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

If the consumer inserts a conducting object in the cells, he/she can access live parts and receive an electric shock.

The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.



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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

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AUSTRALIA Briggs & Stratton Corporation—Victa and Powerup Brand Walk-Behind Lawnmowers

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Briggs & Stratton engines in the following Victa and Powerup walk-behind lawnmowers manufactured from 3 December 2012 to 28 February 2013:

Powerup - model # 46TB5 Bronco - model # BRA486 Corvette 500 - model # GCS464 Hawk - model # KCS464 Lawnkeeper - model # LCS464 Commando - model # CCC464 Pace - model # PCS464 Vantage - model # VCS464 Vantage - model # VMS464


Lawnmower serial number ranges:

Powerup - model # 46TB5 from 2016383557 to 2016383616 Bronco - model # BRA486 from 2016288571 to 2016409633 Corvette 500 - model # GCS464 from 2016271636 to 2016410708 Hawk - model # KCS464 from 2016344525 to 2016407972 Lawnkeeper - model # LCS464 from 2016311432 to 2016407874 Commando - model # CCC464 from 2016344635 to 2016344734 Pace - model # PCS464 from 2016352199 to 2016410858 Vantage - model # VCS464 from 2016330261 to 2016410059 Vantage - model # VMS464 from 2016318677 to 2016409009


Units were sold by major / independent hardware stores and distributors, as well as through Victa and Power Up dealers.

SUPPLIER

Briggs & Stratton Corporation

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.briggsandstratton.com/eu/en


DEFECTS

The engine cover can limit the travel of the throttle control lever, affecting its ability to contact the stop switch.

HAZARDS

The engine on affected mowers cannot be turned off in the normal manner. The defect would be evident on new units during first use.

Discontinue use of the lawnmower immediately and contact Briggs & Stratton to determine if the machine is affected.

To arrange for a free inspection and repair, consumers can call toll-free between 8:30am – 5:00pm AEST at 1800 356 632 or visit the company website at http://www.briggsandstratton.com/eu/en/support/recalls or e-mail to [email protected] or contact any Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealer.

http://www.briggsandstratton.com/eu/en

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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Lighters

PRODUCT: Novelty lighters

BRAND: SCHWARZ ROT PROST

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LC 39022

Batch number/ Barcode: 9901012830008

DESCRIPTION: Refillable and magnetic novelty lighter made of silver plastic in the form of a bottle opener.

It has a nozzle for recharging with a regulator of the flame.

The length is 14.0 cm and 4.5 cm in the width area.

The packaging is a plastic blister with a cardboard pad where information about warnings, barcode and importer's details are provided.


BURNS AND FIRE

The products pose a risk of burns and fire because of their attractiveness to children, especially those under 51 months of age.

The products do not comply with the Commission Decision 2006/502 EC prohibiting the placing on the market of novelty lighters.


Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from consumers

EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Folding chair

BRAND: AFM

NAME: ROLF CHROME


Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Folding chair without armrests, with a plastic seat and backrest. Product in plastic packaging

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Ukraine

INJURIES

The mechanical strength of the chair is insufficient. The chair could distort during use causing the user to fall.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 13761.

Voluntary measures:


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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

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EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: grids for ovens

MANUFACTURED IN: Turkey


CHEMICAL

migration of nickel (0.6 mg/kg - ppm) from grids for ovens from Turkey

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: deep fryer



CHEMICAL

migration of nickel (9.1 mg/kg - ppm) from deep fryer from China

re-dispatch

EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: arge spice mill (for Mediterranean sea salt)

MANUFACTURED IN: United Kingdom


CHEMICAL

foreign body (pieces breaking off) in large spice mill (for Mediterranean sea salt) from the United Kingdom

withdrawal from the market

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: melamine plates



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (between 7.2 and 24 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine plates from China

informing authorities

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: various pans

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan


CHEMICAL

inner coating peeling off (small swollen areas spread over the surface) from various pans from Taiwan

import not authorised

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: steel roasters

MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong


CHEMICAL

migration of nickel (0.3 mg/kg - ppm) from steel roasters from Hong Kong

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: stainless steel multifunctional pocket knife

MANUFACTURED IN: Chine


CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (0.4 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel multifunctional pocket knife from China

import not authorised

EU/IESTONIA

PRODUCT: multi-purpose shovels

MANUFACTURED IN: Chine


CHEMICAL

too high level of total migration (53.2 mg/dm²) from multi-purpose shovels from China

placed under customs seals

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: ceramic cups

MANUFACTURED IN: United Kingdom


CHEMICAL

migration of cadmium (between 0.262 and 0.352 mg/item) from ceramic cups from China

withdrawal from the market

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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Via ferrata set

BRAND: Edelrid

NAME: Civetta, Brenta, Brenta de Luxe, Brenta, Comfort, Tofana

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Serial Nos: 71695, 71696, 71676, 71702, 71699

Batch number/Barcode: The recall concerns all batches from 2006 to 2013. Older items of the same types from 2003 - 2005 are not concerned, as their maximum period of use has expired and they should be disposed of.

DESCRIPTION: Energy absorbing system for via ferrata.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

INJURIES

The properties of the rope brake can vary with age and wear of the rope. A stiffer rope in the rope brake with a worn surface causes an increase in the impact force. In combination with a weakening of the elasticated webbing branches as a result of use, this may lead to the product failing in the event of a fall causing the user to fall from a height to the ground.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment directive.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users. Withdrawal of the product from the market. Warning to consumers of the risks.

AUSTRALIA Huffy Corporation—Handlebar Bolts for Blue 20" Huffy Slider

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Huffy Slider is a three wheeled ride-on toy sold in a blue version with moulded rear wheels and an oversized front tyre with a steel frame.


Batch numbers: 34612E, 34712E, 34812E, 34912E, 35012E (Batch numbers located on a white sticker under the seat.) Item number: 98210Z - Blue


K-Mart

SUPPLIER

Huffy Corporation

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.huffy.com

DEFECTS

In the affected batch only, the bolts supplied to fasten the handlebar to the Huffy Slider® are of insufficient length. Although the correct bolts should be 25mm long, 20mm bolts have been supplied in error. This only applies to Huffy Sliders® with the above batch numbers and sold between the dates above.

HAZARDS

If the handlebar with the incorrect bolt is fitted, the child using the slider may lose control , resulting in fall injuries.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Huffy Corporation on free call 1800 224 094 to receive replacement bolts sent directly to you free of charge. For more information please visit www.huffy.com.

http://www.huffy.com

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AUSTRALIA Kmart Australia Limited—Homemaker 2.5L Stainless Steel Pump Pot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A stainless steel pump pot featuring a black carry handle and capable of holding 2.5 litres of liquid


APN: 9300806692555


Kmart Australia Limited

SUPPLIER

Kmart Australia Limited


DEFECTS

Hot liquid contents may be released via the spout unexpectedly.

HAZARDS

If hot water is released, it may result in serious burns or scalding.

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


Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes

UNITS: 2,800

DESCRIPTION

Magura MT 6 and MT 8 hydraulic disc brakes are being recalled. The brakes consist of a brake lever and master cylinder that attach to the handlebars, a hose that runs between the master cylinder and the caliper which attaches to the rear wheel.

The MT 6 brake system is black and silver. The MT 8 brake system is black and red. Both brake systems have the Magura logo and letters “MT” on the master cylinder, and the word “Magura” on the caliper. The word “Six” is on the brake lever of the MT 6 and the word “Eight” is on the brake lever of the MT 8.

MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems with manufacture date codes between March 1, 2011 and May 31, 2012 are being recalled. A date code in format Y/MM/DD between 10301 and 20531 is located on the caliper. Additionally, all MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems without date codes are being recalled.

IMPORTER: Magura USA, of Olney, Ill.

MANUFACTURER: Magura Germany

MANUFACTURED IN: Bad Urach, Germany

HAZARD:

The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

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Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles

UNITS: About 110,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves all Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II rubber handles attached to weight pockets, including the following models: Axiom, Axiom i3, Balance, Black Diamond, Dimension, Libra, Lotus, Pearl, Pearl i3, Pro LT, Pro QD, Pro QDi3 and Zuma buoyancy compensators. The SureLock II handles are gray rubber and measure about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide. The buoyancy compensator’s model name is embroidered on the inside back pad or the weight pocket’s right lobe. “SureLock” is molded into the back of the weight pocket.

IMPORTER

Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.

MANUFACTURED IN: China and Mexico

HAZARD:

The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Aqua Lung is aware of 236 reports of handles detaching from the weight pockets. There are no reported injuries.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Cargo Bike

UNITS: About 1,000

DESCRIPTION

The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels, and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in orange, black or blue. The word “Mundo” is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and “Yuba” is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate.

IMPORTER: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.


HAZARD:

Passengers’ feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.

Voluntary recall.

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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Mountain bicycles

BRAND: X-RACE

NAME:

1. Arrow

2. Speed


1. Full Suspension FS 26, No: HW12022805

2. No. PL0509


1. EAN code: 8594037104685,

2. EAN code: 8594037104616

DESCRIPTION:

1) Metallic red and white mountain bicycle with 26” wheels, suspended front and rear forks, two independent braking assembles.

2) Blue and white mountain bicycle, size 24”, with non-suspended frame and fork.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic

INJURIES

The handlebar stem and the crank assembly are not sufficiently strong and could break causing the rider to fall.

The products do not comply with the relevant standard EN 14766.


Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Withdrawal of the product from the market


Bell Full Throttle Bike Helmets

UNITS: About 2,500

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Bell Full Throttle, full coverage bicycle motocross (BMX) helmets with a chin bar. The all-black helmets have UPC code 035011 937052 and part number 1009159 printed on a label on the side of the helmet shell. The Bell logo is affixed to the front and lower side of the helmet.

Importer: Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, Calif.

MANUFACTURER: MHR


HAZARD

The buckle on the helmet’s safety strap can release in an accident and allow the helmet to fall off the rider, posing a risk of head injury.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Voluntary recall.

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Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets

UNITS

About 2,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves WRSI Moment and Trident models whitewater kayaking and rafting helmets. They have a black chinstrap with a black plastic buckle and were sold in sizes S/M and M/L. "WRSI" is printed under or on top of the helmet's visor. WRSI's "Wave Logo" is visible on the back of the Moment helmet. "WRSI" is printed vertically on the back of the Trident helmet. The part number is printed on the hang tag of both models.

IMPORTER

Whitewater Technology Associates, LC, dba Whitewater Research & Safety Institute (WRSI), of Park City, Utah.


HAZARD

The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

WRSI is aware of 10 incidents of chinstrap failures. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: School pencil case

BRAND: Stylex

NAME: Toppoint


1. Product ref. 47309

2. Product ref. 47310


1. Product ref. 47309 - batch BB/BA

2. Product ref. 47310- batch BB/BA

Barcode: 4 044186 473100

DESCRIPTION: Zipped, folding pencil case with timetables, crayons, pencils, rubber, pencil sharpener, ruler and cartridges.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the crayons contain up to 2.7 % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).

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

Voluntary measures:


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TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS

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EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: La Galleria

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Small, soft, stuffed, toy brown bear cub with white clothes – 17 cm. Sold without packaging.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

CHOKING

The product poses the risk of choking because small parts (eyes) could be easily detached, put into the mouth and swallowed.

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

Voluntary measures:


EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Fancy dress outfit

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Baby costume "Pequeno Heroi de Negro", Baby costume "Little Black Baby"

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 8269, size: 3-4 years

Barcode: 5602029092520

DESCRIPTION: Children's black fancy dress outfit including a shirt, trousers, red belt, eye mask and cape.

The packaging is a transparent plastic bag with a hanger including a card bearing the importer's details, size, model number, composition, barcode, care instructions and warnings.


STRANGULATION

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




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PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: Lihong

NAME: Activity & Sport

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 998010, Item No. S18

Barcode: 5602259980109

DESCRIPTION: Soft toy in the form of a yellow and red piglet with a pink snout. Packed in a transparent plastic bag sealed with a card on which a label is affixed. The front label indicates the item, warnings and origin, and the back label indicates the importer's contact details, warnings, reference, barcode, CE marking and age restriction symbol.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (eyes) can be detached and swallowed by small children.





PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: Success Toys

NAME: Beauty Fashion Star

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model YS1208B

Barcode: 8435234911532

DESCRIPTION: A set of two dolls (a large and small one), with accessories: bag, brush, boots, baby's bottle and buggy. The packaging is a cardboard box with a transparent window, which bears an age warning and the importer's details.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the small doll contains 10.5% of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) by mass.

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



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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy gun shooting set

BRAND: Shoot

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 919 and NGZ9412362


DESCRIPTION: Children´s plastic gun set with 2 sorts of plastic projectiles: 3 balls and 3 projectiles with suction cups. The packaging is a blister with a cardboard back sheet containing information related to age grading and warnings, barcode, importer details and playing instructions.


CHEMICAL AND CHOKING

The product poses a chemical risk because the suction cups of the projectiles contain 7.24 % by weight of DEHP and 4.52 % by weight of DPB. In addition the product contains 2.45 % by weight of DINP.

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

In addition, the product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups can be detached and could be swallowed by small children.

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



EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: Love Mate

NAME: Recordable Plush Toy


Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8592548320785

DESCRIPTION: Plush toy teddy bear, approximate size 250 mm, designed for children from 3 years old. Packed in a transparent plastic box with a paper insert marked: "Love Mate", "Recordable Plush Toy" and pictograms for replacement batteries.


CHOKING AND CHEMICAL

The product poses a choking and chemical risk because the battery compartment is accessible and can be easily opened. As a result, children have access to the batteries and may put them in the mouth and swallow them.

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



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AUSTRALIA Vimwood Australia—Assorted Children's Character Watches

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Digital character watches, including Batman, Scooby Doo, Superman, Dora the Explorer, Peppa the Pig and Thomas the Tank Engine


WAL126132 - Batman WAL126133 - Superman WAL126135 - Dora WAL126136 - Peppa Pig WAL126137 - Thomas the Tank Engine WAL126149 - Scooby Doo


Sold nationally through Best & Less and BIG W

SUPPLIER

Vimwood Australia


DEFECTS

The cover at the back of the watch is not securely affixed and young children may gain access to the internal button battery during play.

HAZARDS

If young children gain access to the button battery and ingest it, they may suffer internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness and even death.

Immediately cease using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact Vimwood Australia to arrange to receive a refund or a replacement watch. For further information, please contact Vimwood Australia on 02 8596 6400 or go to our website at www.vimwood.com.au and click on contact us.

EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Scooter

BRAND: Alu U-Play

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: CSL19T-INTF, Factory: 1AA; Date of manufacture: July 2012


DESCRIPTION: Aluminium scooter; dimensions 62 x 29.5 x 72 cm. Colours: pink and blue. According to packaging, “for users aged four and over”. Maximum load: 50 kg. Torque 8 NM


INJURIES

The space between the front wheel and the body of the toy is not sufficient. The scooter’s steering column is not strong enough and may collapse causing falls.

In addition, the product poses the risk of injuries due to the presence of accessible sharp edges on the insides of the handlebars


Voluntary measures:


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PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: Sesamedad

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8581234564077

DESCRIPTION: Plush figurine dressed in red jacket, short trousers with yellow belt and scarf, wearing a blue cap with a small bell on the top. (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT)


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts (the small bell on the cap) that can be easily detached and swallowed by children.


Voluntary measures:

Withdrawal of the product from the market.


PRODUCT: Toy gun set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Police Prowess

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 538A, Super police, reference No. 60214


DESCRIPTION: Children´s plastic gun set with two projectiles with suction cups. The toy is packed in a blister pack marked with information about the importer, CE marking and the barcode.


CHEMICAL AND CHOKING

The product poses a chemical risk because the material of the suction cups contains 7.23 % by weight of DEHP and 7.10 % by weight of DPB. In addition, it contains 3.23 % by weight of DINP.

The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups could be placed in the mouth by children and block the airways.

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


Voluntary measures:



Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.

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PRODUCT: Doll with pony

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Girls Fashion

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 181 (on the packaging), Babyka N: 65271 (on the label)


DESCRIPTION: Set comprising a plastic doll with three dresses and a plastic pony. Packed in a cardboard box.


CHEMICAL

The plastic material used for the head of the doll contains 35.8 % by weight of DEHP. The plastic material of the pony contains 39.3 % by weight DEHP.


Voluntary measures:





PRODUCT: Set of two plastic dolls

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Devil

TYPE/NUMBER OF MOdel: Babyka N: 67879


DESCRIPTION: Toy set comprised of two plastic dolls – vampires. Packed in a cardboard box with a transparent opening at the front.


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because the plastic material of the heads of the dolls contains respectively 35.9% and 39.9 % by mass bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the plastic material of the shoes contains respectively 4.77% and 0.83 % by mass bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).


Voluntary measures:



Warning consumers of the risks.

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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy police set

BRAND: San Jia Cheng

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1108A


DESCRIPTION: Toy police set comprised of 1 black & brown gun, 1 blue & white pistol, 6 black projectiles with pink suction cups and a pair of grey plastic handcuffs. Packaged in a blister on cardboard.


CHOKING

The suction cups can be easily removed from the projectiles and could be put in the mouth and block the airways.



Import rejected at border

EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy gun set

BRAND: Rongye Toys

NAME: Police Gun



DESCRIPTION: Set consisting of 2 toy guns and 8 orange projectiles with suction cups. Packaged in a blister on cardboard.


CHOKING

The projectiles are too short and the suction cups could be put in the mouth and block the airways.




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PRODUCT: Soft toy

BRAND: Mikro

NAME: Unknown


#YS6678, 91297


EAN: 8592117912977

DESCRIPTION: Soft toy made from black and red textile material, with a length of approximately 20 cm. The doll has a red ribbon on the top of the head, two small bells in the ears as earrings, big red lips and it is holding a red heart in the right hand.

The toy has an attached paper label with information about the importer and a barcode.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking due to the presence of small parts (the small bells) which can be easily detached and may be swallowed by children.


Voluntary measures:




EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Bow and arrow set

BRAND: Hawkins Bazaar

NAME: Wooden Bow and Arrows


Barcode: 5038728071663

Batch: G12

DESCRIPTION: A wooden bow with white string and three arrows with suction cup ends. The bow and arrows are attached to a cardboard backing that when opened forms a target. The wooden arrows are comprised of 3 parts – a long wooden shaft, suction cup and a short, wooden, tubular component. The suction cup is secured to the tubular component using a wooden dowel and the shaft is inserted into the other end of the tubular component and secured with glue.


CHOKING AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cup and wooden tubular component may easily break off from the shaft and may be swallowed by children.

The product poses a risk of injuries if the arrows are fired without the suction cups.


Voluntary measures:


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PRODUCT: Rattle set

BRAND: Chou Jang Toys.

NAME: Baby sway bell

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. S03


DESCRIPTION: A set of three plastic rattles in the shape of an orange teddy bear, green four-leaf clover with a ball in the middle and a pink flower with a ball in the middle. Packed in a plastic transparent bag closed with a coloured, printed fastener with marking "Baby Sway Bell".


CHOKING

The product poses the risk of choking because the pink flower rattle can easily break, releasing small parts, and the handle of the item is too long and could get stuck in the mouth of the child.


Voluntary measures:



Basic Beat BB201 standard egg shaker

UNITS: About 6,500

DESCRIPTION

These recalled egg-shaker toy instruments are plastic, egg-shaped instruments sold in five colors: yellow, green, blue, red and purple. The toy instruments are about the size of small eggs and have a "Basic Beat" label printed on the front of the product. The product is marked for children ages 3 years and older but West Music is concerned with the possibility of the egg being used by or near a younger child. The toy instruments have Lot Number 0E0212 located on the bottom of the roundest part of the egg.

MANUFACTURER

Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong


HAZARD

The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

West Music has received three reports of ends popping off, with no injuries reported.

Voluntary recall.

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AUSTRALIA Bugaboo International BV—Bugaboo Cameleon 3

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This recall involves the carry handles on Bugaboo Cameleon 3 model strollers with detachable carrycots/seats. The strollers were sold with a base, sun canopy and other accessories in various colours. A fabric tag on the side of the sun canopy has the Bugaboo brand name and the model number.


Strollers included in the recall have a serial number that falls within the range listed below. Serial numbers are printed on the stroller's chassis, located under the carrycot/seat.

Serial numbers: S/N 190101115300001 to S/N 190105124800215


Nursery hardware retailers and specialist stores

SUPPLIER

Bugaboo International BV

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.bugaboo.com

DEFECTS

The carry handle may break.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, the stroller may present a fall hazard to the child.

Consumers should remove the carry handle from the affected strollers and contact Bugaboo at www.bugaboo.com/carryhandle to fill out a request form for a new carry handle, which will be sent by mail. Consumers can continue to use the strollers while waiting for delivery of the replacement handle.

For further information, consumers may contact the Bugaboo service department on 02 9091 0322 and select extension 1 from the available options.

AUSTRALIA Coolkidz Australia Pty Ltd—UPPAbaby ALTA Stroller

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

UPPAbaby ALTA Stroller


ALTA


The product has been sold online and through nursery hardware stores.

SUPPLIER

Coolkidz Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.coolkidz.net.au


DEFECTS

The tether strap is not labelled in accordance with the Consumer Protection Notice No. 8 of 2007. The tether strap failed to include the following caution: "WARNING: USE THIS STRAP TO STOP THE PRAM/STROLLER ROLLING AWAY".

HAZARDS

Consumers will not be alerted to the roll away hazard because the strap is not marked with the mandatory warning.

To organise for a replacement tether strap please e-mail Coolkidz at the following address: [email protected]. Please include your name and address. Once received, the old tether is to be removed and have the replacement attached.

http://www.bugaboo.com

http://www.coolkidz.net.au

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AUSTRALIA Curaden Swiss—Curaprox Pacifiers

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Baby dummies and straps


CMP101, CMP102, CMPH201, CMPH202


Pharmacies and dental practises

SUPPLIER

Curaden Swiss

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://curaden.com.au


DEFECTS

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Consumer Protection Notice No.4 2006. In particular, the product does not have a ring or handle, the dummies are packaged with a strap (in error) and the packaging is not marked with the following statement:

WARNING DO NOT TIE SOOTHER AROUND BABY'S NECK AS IT PRESENTS A STRANGULATION DANGER.

HAZARDS

The lack of a ring or handle on the dummy may pose a choking hazard to the child. In addition, a parent may not realise the danger posed by attaching a soother to the baby's neck.

Cease using the product immediately. Call Curaden Swiss Toll Free on 1800 07 999 5 for further information and to organise a refund.

AUSTRALIA Western Star Trucks—Dennis Eagle DE Steering Bolts

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Dennis Eagle DE Steering Bolts


Campaign number: FSDE12 Target: 274


Western Star Trucks

SUPPLIER

Western Star Trucks Australia


DEFECTS

A certain number of our Dennis Eagle vehicles may have, during the course of having a modification carried out to improve steering geometry, not had the correct torque applied to the fasteners on the steering arms both upper and lower. If failure occurs to these fasteners, loss of control of the steering of the vehicle can occur.

HAZARDS

This condition may potentially result in loss of control of the steering of the vehicle potentially causing an accident.

Letter are being sent to affected owners.

When you contact your selling dealer, refer to campaign number FSDE12. The recall will take a maximum of 1 hour and will be performed at no charge to you.

http://curaden.com.au

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Baby high chairs

UNITS: About 1,100

DESCRIPTION: This recall includes Eat model high chairs in red, black, green, purple, navy, orange, and brown. The model number BH2104 is located on a label on the back of the high chair. The word “babyhome” is printed on one leg of the chair and the word “eat” is printed on the opposite leg of the chair. The high chairs have a nylon fabric seat with a plastic tray and metal frame. The high chairs measure about 36 inches high and 24 inches wide. There is a printed white “babyhome” logo shaped like a backwards letter “h” on the seatback. The recalled high chairs have lot numbers: BH00301/01-2012, BH00303/07-2012, BH00304/09-2012 and BH00304/09-2012. The lot numbers are located on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the footrest.

IMPORTER: BabyHome USA, Inc., of Chester, N.J.

MANUFACTURER: BabyHome SA., of Sabadell, Spain


HAZARD

The front opening between the tray and seat bottom of the high chair can allow a child’s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children when the child is not harnessed.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported.

Voluntary recall.


Cherry model strollers

UNITS

About 830

DESCRIPTION

This recall includes the iCandy Cherry stroller only in the colors Fudge (light-medium brown) and Liquorice (red and black). The iCandy Cherry stroller system has a telescopic folding frame where a seat, bassinet or infant carrier car seat can be placed. The seat unit features three recline positions, adjustable footrest, 5-point safety harness, removable canopy and removable bumper bar. There is a printed white cherry logo on the rear of the seat unit.

IMPORTER: iCandy America Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.

MANUFACTURER

iCandy World Ltd, of Bedfordshire, UK


HAZARD

The opening between the bumper bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant’s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported.

Voluntary recall.

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usa NAME OF PRODUCT: Bugaboo Cameleon3 Strollers

UNITS: About 9,200 in the U.S. and 960 in Canada

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves the Bugaboo Cameleon3 strollers. The stroller has an aluminum and plastic frame with rubberized wheels, a removable seat and bassinet, a removable “U”-shaped carry handle, an under-the-seat storage bag and a sun canopy. The bassinet, seat and sun canopy come in a variety of colors. The removable carry handle is used to transport the bassinet or seat separately from the chassis. The words “Bugaboo” and “Cameleon3” appear on a fabric tag on the side of the sun canopy. Strollers included in the recall have serial numbers from 19010 11153 00001 to 19010 51248 00215. Serial numbers are printed on a horizontal bar of the stroller’s chassis beneath the seat.

IMPORTER: Bugaboo Americas, of El Segundo, Calif.

MANUFACTURER: Bugaboo International B.V., of Amsterdam, The Netherlands


HAZARD

The stroller’s carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Bugaboo has received 16 reports of carry handles breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.


PT Domusindo Perdana drop-side cribs

UNITS: About 73,000

DESCRIPTION

This recall includes 14 models of PT Domusindo Perdana wooden drop-side cribs. The name, model number and date codes are printed on the plywood mattress board.

IMPORTER

JC Penney Corp., of Plano, Texas

MANUFACTURER

PT Domusindo Perdana, of Indonesia

MANUFACTURED IN: Indonesia

HAZARD: The cribs' drop

sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

CPSC and the firm are aware of three incidents involving drop side rails that malfunctioned or detached. No injuries were reported.

Voluntary recall.

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EU/SLOVAKIA CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Tattoo ink

BRAND: Fantasia

NAME: Flesh Tone


Batch: 1758 Model: 30 ml

DESCRIPTION: Tea rose tattoo ink in a 30 ml plastic bottle.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 196 ppm of barium, 61 ppm of chromium and 1170 ppm of zirconium.

According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008) on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, the level of barium may not exceed 50 ppm and the level of chromium may not exceed 0.2 ppm.

The product does not comply with the national legislation.

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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Food-imitating products

PRODUCT: Naphthalene

BRAND: Euro Crown

NAME: Naphthalene ball



DESCRIPTION: Naphthalene, round shape and white colour, in polyethylene bags each containing 15 pieces.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, colour and size, it may be mistaken for foodstuff. This may lead children to put pieces in their mouth, suck or ingest them, which could entail the risk of choking.

The product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.



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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Trousers

BRAND: Zeeman

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: EAN 2015269502224, C.50221 C50222 and C50223

DESCRIPTION: Jogging trousers made of dark blended fabric.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the black textile contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (140 mg/kg).

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Voluntary measures:




EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s outfit

BRAND: Linke

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Т7013 LYC2


DESCRIPTION: Clothing outfit, consisting of two parts, intended for children aged 7-14 years. The top has long sleeves and is fastened with a zip. The colour is a combination of red and blue. The trousers are long and black and supplied with cords in the waist area. The top and trousers have an embroidered emblem in an oval shape with the inscription LNK; sizes S, M, L and XL.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long and which have not been fixed to the garment in at least one point equidistant from the exit points.

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



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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirt

BRAND: Motorsportbutik

NAME: Rally Sweden

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number QVBO006


DESCRIPTION: Grey sweatshirt with a zip, blue and white decorations and blue sealed functional cords in the hood. Sizes 86-140 cm.


STRANGULATION

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

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



EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' bikini

BRAND: Solymar

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Girls' striped bikini. The top part is a halter-neck with black, white and pink horizontal stripes, ending in 2 cords with free ends to be tied around the neck and 2 black cords that are to be tied at the back. The bottom part has the same pattern with a plain black back, and has one pair of black decorative cords on the right-hand side with a length of less than 140 mm.

Sizes: 6-14.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Greece

INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied in the back area.


Compulsory measures:Withdrawal of the product from the market

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BRAND: Energier’s

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Swimmy Beachwear, code: 120-28-68, driver: 28-68


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in orange, pink or turquoise. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 cords that are to be tied at the back. Both parts are decorated with multi-coloured flower patterns. Sizes: 6-14 years.



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.






BRAND: Rosso Kid’s

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: XS 0970


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in red. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 red cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 white cords that are to be tied at the back, ending with fruit style toggles. The top and bottom parts are decorated with multi-coloured fruit patterns. The bottom part has 2 pairs of functional cords (one red and one white) at each side (length: 280 mm), ending in fruit style toggles. Sizes: 9/10, 11/12.



The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the back in the waist area.




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BRAND: Rae

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.: light blue


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in light blue. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 cords that are to be tied at the back. The top is decorated with multi-coloured patterns of rainbows, hearts and flowers and the inscriptions “holidays”, “Love” (right side) and “Pretty Girl” (left side) and a bow in the centre. The bottom part has a sash around the waist area, ending in a bow with small free ends (less than 360 mm). Sizes: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12.



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.






BRAND: Mi and Mi

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model Lamia


DESCRIPTION: Girls' multi-coloured bikini (khaki, dark brown, light brown and white patterns). The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 beige cords with free ends in the neck area. There are also 2 beige cords to be tied at the back. Both parts are decorated with golden coloured skulls.

Size: 6



The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords to be tied in the back area.




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PRODUCT: Boys' swimming shorts

BRAND: Sasouma

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: JS 07-104


DESCRIPTION: Boys' swimming shorts in red with two outer pockets. The shorts are decorated with big white flower patterns. The garment bears 2 white drawstrings in the waist area that protrude by 280 mm and 2 white drawstrings at the bottom hem that protrude by 200 mm. Sizes: 6, 8.


INJURIES

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






BRAND: Solymar

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code: 12420, color: 03


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 orange cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 orange cords that are to be tied in the back area. The top has thin multi-coloured horizontal stripes. The bottom part is orange coloured and bears a multi-coloured thin belt. Sizes: 6-14.



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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BRAND: Dolci Sogni

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model Cat, article pink blue.


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with a blue and a pink cord with free ends in the neck area. It also has 2 blue cords to be tied at the back. The right side of the top is pink and the left side is blue, both are decorated with coloured patterns of cat paws. There is also a small picture of a yellow cat on the right side. The bottom part is in pink and decorated with cat paws. It has 2 pairs of blue functional cords at each side with a length of 160 mm.

Sizes: 6/8, 8/10, 10/12



The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords that are to be tied in the back area.






BRAND: Reef Code

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: BP500


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a light green halter-neck style top with black cords, with no loose ends in the neck or the back area. The bottom is black and has 2 pairs of light green functional cords at each side (length: 190 mm), ending in 2 black beads and knots. Sizes: 8, 10, 12.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the waist area.




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BRAND: Elemar

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.: 126-0-00A, code: 0-1803142-00


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini. The upper part is a halter-neck style top with 2 red cords with free ends in the neck. The top is black at the back with black and white squares in front, decorated with yellow and orange rose patterns. The bottom part is red and has a pair of decorative cords (same pattern as on the top) on the left-hand side (length: 150 mm). Size: 104 (4 years).



The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of halter neck-style cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the waist area.





PRODUCT: Girls' skirt

BRAND: Original marines

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model ANAO452NA


2000156357025

DESCRIPTION: Denim skirt intended for children up to 7 years old, with cords in the waist area which protrude more than 140 mm at each end when the garment has been fully opened and laid flat. In the lower section there is an embroidered "Smurf" picture with an attached ribbon on the Smurf’s hat. There are also two hearts made of colourful fabric with embroidered patterns at the ends, and textile and paper labels are attached to the garment.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long and have not been fixed to the garment in at least one point equidistant from exit points.




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PRODUCT: Girls' skirt

BRAND: Original marines

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model ANA3542BA2


2 000155 648032

DESCRIPTION: Grey knitted skirt intended for children aged 7-14, with cords in the waist area whose free ends protrude more than 140 mm at each end when the garment has been fully opened and laid flat. The cords are not secured against unravelling. The garment has two embroidered letters, “o” and “m”, in purple colour with a brown and yellow ribbon attached to them.

There are textile and paper labels attached to the garment.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long and have not been fixed to the garment in at least one point equidistant from exit points.





PRODUCT: Children’s trousers

BRAND: Cocoline

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HR-2242


DESCRIPTION: Trousers intended for small children up to 7 years of age, supplied with a satin cord in the waist area whose free ends are longer than 300 mm. There are two pockets on the front of the trousers, which are available in pink, grey and purple colours. The indicated sizes are 4-6.


INJURIES The product poses the risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area which are too long.




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PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set

BRAND: Pipetto Kids wear

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 7895-98-3


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit in two parts – a top in grey colour with a zip, long pink sleeves and a hood with a red textile cord, the ends of which have been secured against unravelling by means of a hot seal. On the front there is a printed pattern of a boy on a bicycle, stars, and the inscription „SPORT TIME” 7895-98-3. The trousers are grey. On one of the trouser-legs there is a red and blue inscription: „SPORT TIME” 7895-9, and stars. For children aged 2, size 92 cm.


STRANGULATION

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






BRAND: Pipetto Kids wear

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of two parts – a top in blue colour with a zip, long dark blue sleeves, a dark blue hood supplied with a blue textile cord, the ends of which have been secured against unravelling by means of a hot seal. On the front there is a printed pattern of a giraffe and some inscriptions around the head of the giraffe which is holding a sign marked “How many”. The trousers are blue. On one of the trouser-legs there are figures and a giraffe’s head with an inscription "Pipetto Kids wear". For children aged 3 years.


STRANGULATION

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




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PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt

BRAND: Frutta

NAME: Unknown



2 800000 005467

DESCRIPTION: Black, long-sleeved sweatshirt intended for children up to 7 years. It has a hood on which there is an inscription 'FRUTTA' written in white sequins. The hood has a white textile cord, the ends of which have been secured against unravelling. The front of the sweatshirt has a zip with two pockets. In the top left-hand section there are two embroidered cherries in white, and in the lower section there are printed cherries in blue. There is an attached cardboard label with information about the producer and a textile label bearing the brand name.

On the inside of the sweatshirt there are inscriptions with the brand name and other smaller inscriptions.


STRANGULATION

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





PRODUCT: Children’s tracksuit

BRAND: Childrens E&H Department

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children's grey tracksuit. The top part is a long-sleeved jacket with a zip and a hood that has two decorative striped ears. On the front part there is a patched pattern of a dinosaur in grey colour, and also embroidered letters in blue, red and white. The trousers have fixed cords in the waist which are longer than 140 mm when measured from the point of fixing. Their free ends are secured against unravelling by seals.


INJURIES

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




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BRAND: Disney

NAME: Mickey

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item code: D92551

Batch number/Barcode: 00431 001070935

DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini in blue. The upper part has 2 blue cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 white cords that are to be tied in the back area. The bikini bottom has 2 pairs of white functional cords on each side (length: 220 mm). Sizes: 6 and 8 years.



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

In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the back and in the waist area.






BRAND: Solymar

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Orange and white bikini for young children. The upper part has 2 blue cords with free ends in the neck area and 2 blue cords that are to be tied in the back area. Sizes: 1-4.



The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with free ends in the neck area. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords that are to be tied at the back.




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BRAND: Breeze Girls

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Girls' clothing set intended for small children (aged 1-7) and older children (aged 7-14), sizes: 140 cm, 116 cm, 128, cm, 140 cm. The set is pink and has two parts: 1/ a top with a zip at the front, two pockets, long sleeves and a hood; there is an inscription "BREEZE GIRLS 1974" written on the front with attached sequins. On the back of the top there is a colourful appliquéd pattern with firmly attached sequins; 2/ trousers with two side pockets, supplied with decorative cords attached to the front of the waist area whose free ends are approx. 14 cm and have a knot. In the lower part of the trouser legs there are threaded functional cords intended to regulate the opening of the trouser-legs, the ends of which hang below the lower hem of the trousers. They also have a knot and freely pass through a tunnel without being fixed in at least one point.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords that hang below the lower edge of the garment.





PRODUCT: Children’s trousers

BRAND: Beautiful Sister

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s tracksuit-type trousers intended for small children (aged 1-7), sizes: 1, 2, 3 and 6. The trousers are grey and green, supplied with a decorative cord that is attached in the waist area. On the front of the right trouser-leg there is an embroidered crown. There are textile labels attached to the trousers with the following inscription "Beautiful Sister".


INJURIES

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




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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Ladies' footwear

BRAND: Rohde

NAME: Naturana

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 1903 13

Batch number/Barcode: EAN 4 052006 034790

DESCRIPTION: Ladies' beige slippers with three buckles; size 39, width F ½; inner label: "ROHDE designed in Germany – naturana". Packaging: white shoebox.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk due to the presence of 6.4 mg/kg of Chromium (VI) in the insole. Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

Voluntary measures:



PRODUCT: Children’s shoes

BRAND: Xin Min

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 708XZ


2093300094761

DESCRIPTION: Synthetic shoes intended for small children, in white and pink colours. The upper part has coloured decorative flowers, rhinestones as well as white embroidered flowers. There is a self-adhesive ankle strap.

The indicated sizes are 20-25.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because of small decorative parts that can be easily detached and swallowed by small children.



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EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Shoes

BRAND: Diamantique

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MT8930


DESCRIPTION: Studded ankle boots with rubber soles.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it releases up to 1.51 µg/cm2/week of nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.





PRODUCT: Ladies' shoes

BRAND: Malien

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MT 6042


DESCRIPTION: brown, studded, ankle boots with rubber sole. The product has three decorative chains in the upper back part.


CHEMICAL





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PRODUCT: Shoes

BRAND: Piedy

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ankle boots with rubber soles.

Batch number/Barcode: cod. 520-B

DESCRIPTION: Studded ankle boots with rubber/crepe soles.


CHEMICAL


The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation



EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion item

PRODUCT: Girls' shoes

BRAND: Giolan

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: CH 248-1


DESCRIPTION: White lacquered, synthetic shoes with a thick ankle strap as a fastener. The back area is decorated with a ribbon with glued small-sized rhinestones. The packaging is a decorated purple cardboard box.

Size: 22


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and may be swallowed by small children.



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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items


BRAND: Yomax

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: JS-2261AL


DESCRIPTION: Black, synthetic shoes for young girls. The shoes are decorated with embroidery and sequins in the toe cap area. They are fastened with a metal buckle in the ankle area. The packaging is a cardboard box with a photograph of children. Size: 24


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and swallowed by small children.


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

EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items


BRAND: Mountain

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 3301-1

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown.

DESCRIPTION: Black and fuchsia shoes with a black strap. The toe cap is decorated with glued silver rhinestones. The packaging is a pink cardboard box decorated with flowers. Size: 24


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be easily detached and may be swallowed by small children.



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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment

PRODUCT: Leather gloves

BRAND: Krämer

NAME: Fahrhandschuhe Pferdesport (Driving gloves for equestrian sports)


Batch number/Barcode: 630049 8 BR

DESCRIPTION: One pair of driving gloves in brown leather, with fastening. Size according to label: 8.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Pakistan

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 7.7 mg/kg of Chromium (VI). Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

Voluntary measures:


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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Jewellery

PRODUCT: Necklace

BRAND: Spen

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item number 8114

Batch number/Barcode: EAN-code 6426600081142

DESCRIPTION: A necklace consisting of a black plastic string with a silver, sabre-shaped pendant and a metallic clasp. The necklace is attached to a cardboard label and packed in a transparent plastic bag.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it releases up to 4.5 µg/cm²/week of nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.




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

PRODUCT: Amber teething necklace and bracelet

BRAND: Teething SOS

NAME: Honey Bean

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Honey Bean


DESCRIPTION:

Bracelet - consists of amber beads threaded onto a cord with knots between each bead and a screw-in clasp (described as an 'Amber teething bracelet - Honey Bean); contained in a brown small net/material bag, tied at the top with a cord.

Necklace - consists of amber beads threaded onto a cord with knots between each bead and a screw-in clasp (described as an 'Amber teething necklace - Honey Bean); contained in a brown small net/material bag, tied at the top with a cord.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lithuania

CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking because the beads can easily break and detach and could be swallowed by a child.

The product does not comply with the European Standard EN 12586.

Voluntary measures:


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PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE

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

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

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

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

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

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

Recalls and Product Safety News

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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

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

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http://www.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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