CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16– 30 JUNE 2012
PRODUCT RECALLS
CONTENTS
THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 14
HARDLINES Pages 15 to 32
SOFTLINES Pages 33 to 41
Electrical appliances (14)
Lighting Equipments (7)
Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)
Toys (8)
Juvenile Items (0)
Premiums (0)
Children articles (14) - See ‘SOFTLINES’
Children articles (1) - See ‘Home Furnishing & Houseware
Home Furnishing & Houseware (22)
Home Improvement & DIY (6)
Personal & Home Care Items (4)
Sport & Leisure Goods (3)
PPE (0)
Miscellaneous (1)
Wearing Apparels (13)
Home Textiles (0)
Footwear, Bags and Accessories (1)
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Electronic Multimeter "Multímetro Electrónico"
BRAND: V&F
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 14016
Barcode: 88620009140161
DESCRIPTION: Black multimeter with manual probe on white screen and red and black wires. The product comes in blister packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
There is a risk of electric shock since live parts are accessible.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61010.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
AUSTRALIA LINK Technology.net Pty Ltd—Evantair Electric Flame Effect Heater
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Electric flame effect heater
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model: EFEH110
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Sam's Warehouse
SUPPLIER
LINK Technology.net Pty Ltd
HAZARDS
Risk of fire.
DEFECTS
There is a possibility of a high resistance joint in the fuse holder, which can cause it to overheat and possibly catch fire.
Consumers should cease using the fireplace heater immediately and disconnect it from the power supply. Please phone 1300 429 394 between 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri AEST) to log your details and receive instructions explaining how to return your product and receive a refund.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Air movers/blowers
UNITS: About 53,000
MANUFACTURER: EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. "Aqua Dri" is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model "3004AD" or model "3004ADxxx" (with additional letters) is printed on the serial number plate on the back of the units. Model numbers with "N" are not included in this recall. The air movers' plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD: The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: EDIC is aware of four incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Shoe dryer
BRAND: Pearl
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
Barcode: 4022107145824
DESCRIPTION: The shoe dryer set comprises two heating coils embedded in black chamotte and inserted into metal plates. These are powered from the mains via a Y cable.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The cables are accessible on the plug connecting the mains adapter and the heating element.
One incident reported.
Voluntary withdrawal from the market.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/IRELAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Hairdryer "Mini Travel Hair Dryer"
BRAND: Fabulous
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FB-0307A
DESCRIPTION: Small travel hairdryer
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
FIRE
There is a risk of fire due to the low quality of the general assembly of the product and incorrect plug sizes and wiring.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant national standard BS 1363.
Voluntary recall from consumers .
EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
PRODUCT: Portable radio "Radio - High Sensitivity Antenna - 5 band"
BRAND: Waxiba
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XB-822
DESCRIPTION: Black and brown plastic portable radio, rectangular shape (17x11x6 cm); operates on mains, AC/220V/50Hz, and with two UM.1X2 batteries.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE
The cross-section of the mains cable is insufficient and the pins of the plug do not have sufficient mechanical strength. As a result, there is a risk of fire due to the cable overheating and a risk of electric shock due to damage to the plug.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60065.
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Power inverter "Mobile Power Inverter"
BRAND: Genius Power
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: GP-12-150F
Barcode: 6 416280 435519
DESCRIPTION: Power inverter to convert DC 12V to AC 220V-240C 50Hz 150W
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
ELECTRIC SHOCK
When connecting or removing a plug from the socket, it is possible to unintentionally touch the live pins and receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60950.
Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Mains adaptor "220 V AC Adaptor"
BRAND: König Gaming
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: GAMWII-CA05
Barcode: 5 412810 108251
DESCRIPTION: Mains adaptor, 100-240V, class II, 12VDC, 3.7A
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Clearance / creeping distances are not sufficient. As a result, it is possible totouch part of the product that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60065.
Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
PRODUCT: Mobile phone "Classic"
BRAND: Nu:fone
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: C45240
Barcode: 6 416280 435519
DESCRIPTION: Mobile phone supplied with mains charger.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The clearance / creeping distances in the mains charger are not sufficient. As a result, it is possible to touch part of the mains charger that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60950.
Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment
PRODUCT: Home entertainment system
"Hemmabio" 7'' LCD DVD player / Hifi system
BRAND: Blueray
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CJ-702LDVD
Barcode: 0206702760086
DESCRIPTION: Home entertainment system. 100-240VAC, 60/50Hz, class II. Power: 2x20W, Kodak picture CD compatible, DVD Video, MPEG4 Digital video, Jpeg, TFT.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Live connectors of the mains switch are accessible via the round holes at the bottom of the enclosure of the product. The clearances / creepage distances between the primary and the secondary windings are not sufficient. As a result, it is possible to touch part of the product that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60065.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Playcorp Pty Ltd—Baccarat Brillante 3 Cup Espresso Maker
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
3 cup stove-top coffee maker
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model No: 1011352
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Myer and Independant Homewares stores
SUPPLIER
Playcorp Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
If the product fails, the user may be scalded by hot liquid.
DEFECTS
There is a small risk that the product may fracture when heated on stove tops.
Consumers may send the affected goods to: Reply Paid 87866 Playcorp Warehouse, Returns, 7-9 Mephan Street, Footscray, Victoria, 3011. For more information about this recall, please contact Playcorp on (03) 9863 1133 weekdays from 9am to 5pm, or by email at [email protected].
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Harbor Breeze Bath Fans with Heater and Light
UNITS: About 68,000
IMPORTER: Homewerks Worldwide LLC, Lincolnshire, Ill.
MANUFACTURER: Delta Electronics (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves plastic Harbor Breeze bathroom fans with a center light and a heater. The fans are white and measure about 11 x 17 inches. Model number 7109-01-L, Lowe's item number 194492 and UPC code 820633985358 are printed on the fan's packaging. A date code beginning with either 0, 11, 12 or 13 is printed on the fan's housing, which indicates the fan was manufactured between August 2010 and March 2011.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The fan's heater blades can fail to rotate properly, causing the fan to overheat and posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received 11 reports of the fan overheating with smoking or flames within the fan housing, including three reports of minor property damage.
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs
UNITS: About 5,600
SPA MANUFACTURER: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif.
HEATER MANUFACTURER: Therm Products, a division of Caldesso LLC, of San Bernardino, Calif.
DESCRIPTION: This recall includes the following 11 models of Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs brand spas installed with Therm Products No-Fault Water Heaters: Aria, Envoy, Flair, Glow, Grandee, Jetsetter, Prodigy, Pulse, Sovereign, Vanguard and Vista. The recalled spas were manufactured from March 2011 to December 2011 and were installed since October 2011. The date is represented by 2N, 3N, or 4N in the spa’s seven to 10 alpha-numeric serial code. For example, xxx2N#### or xxx4N####, where “xxx” represents a series of letters one to three characters long, and “####” is a four-digit numerical sequence. The model name and serial code are printed on a label within the spa’s equipment compartment, located behind a removable panel on the side of the spa.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD: A loose internal electrical connection of the spa heaters can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Watkins Manufacturing has received 31 reports of heaters on these spas overheating, five of which resulted in a fire. No injuries have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
UNITS: About 70,500
IMPORTER: Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
DESCRIPTION: This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name “Climate Keeper” and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Outdoor wall mount lanterns
UNITS: About 99,700
IMPORTER: Bel Air Lighting Inc., of Valencia, Calif.
MANUFACTURERS: Zhongshan De Gao Lighting Co. Ltd. and Zhongshan Huayi Lighting Co. Ltd., of Guangdong, China
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves outdoor wall-mount lanterns made of cast aluminum in a rust color with beveled glass. A question mark shaped piece of metal connects the lantern body to the wall-mount plate. The lanterns were sold at Lowe's stores under the Portfolio brand name with item number 253366 and at lighting showrooms with item number 44181. The brand name and item number are printed on the product's packaging. Lanterns included in the recall are 19.25-inches tall by 9.75-inches wide by 9.25-inches deep and have a three-light candelabra base cluster inside. Part number "E194303" is printed on the base plate and on a label affixed to one of the light sockets.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: An electrical short circuit can occur in the lanterns' internal wiring, posing a risk of fire, burn and electric shock to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received seven reports of incidents, including two reports of lanterns catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
EU/NORWAY CATEGORY: Decorative articles
PRODUCT: Wooden table lamp
BRAND: Mester Grønn
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 139602
DESCRIPTION: Small turquoise wooden table lamp for tea light candles. Sold without packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
BURNS AND FIRE
The lamp is only designed for tea light candles, but the candle holder is big enough to also hold larger candles. The product label does not specify what kind of candles should be used so if a large candle is placed in the lamp and left unattended, the wood in the lamp could catch fire.
Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.
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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Thomas Lighting ceiling flush mount light fixtures
UNITS: About 83,750
MANUFACTURER: Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation, of Elgin, Ill.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Thomas Lighting has received 11 reports of defective fixtures which resulted in the home's Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) tripping. No injuries have been reported to the firm.
Voluntary recall.
EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: Portable lamp "Dual-Powered LED Lantern"
BRAND: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Black LED portable lamp with handle. Height: 20 cm, diameter: 9 cm. Rechargeable alkaline battery (zinc and manganese) (12 V), AC/DC 110 V adaptor; supplied with mains cable.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE
The cross-section of the mains cable is insufficient and the pins of the plug do not have sufficient mechanical strength. As a result, there is a risk of fire due to the cable overheating and a risk of electric shock due to damage to the plug.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/BELGIUM CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: Portable lamp "Emergency Lamp Torch"
BRAND: Aijia
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AJ-2818
DESCRIPTION: Portable beige plastic LED lamp (29 LEDs) with FM/AM/SW radio; DC4.5V (1.5Vx3) battery and a AC110/220V - 60 Hz rechargeable battery; dimensions: 22x11x7cm; mains connection cable.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE
The cross-section of the mains cable is insufficient and the pins of the plug do not have sufficient mechanical strength. As a result, there is a risk of fire due to the cable overheating and a risk of electric shock due to damage to the plug.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Lighting equipment
PRODUCT: LED lamp "LED 150lm"
BRAND: Ledmix
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 244
Barcode: 6 430035 082445
DESCRIPTION: LED lamp: 3W-GU10, 230V, 50Hz, 150lm
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The combined creepage distance between live parts and accessible metal parts is not sufficient.
As a result, it is possible to touch part of the product that is at high voltage and receive an electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60968.
Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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E&E: LIGHTING EQUIPMENTS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: IKEA 365 + SÄNDA track, 28" and 45"
UNITS: About 5,000 in the United States (and about 97,000 worldwide)
IMPORTER: IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves white, straight track systems used to hold and power light fixtures. The recalled tracks are model numbers 00149242 and 10149246, supplier number 21338 and date stamp 1134 through 1213. The brand name IKEA, 365+ SÄNDA, supplier number and date stamp are printed on a white label attached to the side of the track. The recalled tracks are 28” and 45” long.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The ground connection in the track is defective, posing an electric shock hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None
Voluntary recall.
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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment
PRODUCT: Charger "Travel Charger for iPod" (NOT ORIGINAL PRODUCT)
BRAND: All Thesys
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 492865 Serial No.:54809094
Barcode: 3307524928658
DESCRIPTION: Charger packed in a transparent blister package.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE
The input power conductors are fixed on the printed circuit board (PCB) so that reliance is placed upon the soldering alone to maintain the conductors in position.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60950.
Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
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HARDLINES: TOY
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Magnetic toy "Magno-Z"
BRAND: Fish Toys
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 17-4686
Barcode: 5766181746865
DESCRIPTION: Figurine of a football player, 80 mm high. The toy has magnets attached as hands and feet. It is sold in conjunction with a football with a diameter 17.5 mm.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because the plastic rings that hold the magnets can break releasing strong magnets and metal parts. The items are small parts. The magnet flux index is 156 kG2mm2.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary withdrawal from the market.
EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Toy air gun "AK-47, Black Guard"
BRAND: Yika
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AK-47, Black Guard
DESCRIPTION: Toy air gun with light and laser sight, including plastic bullets.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because the maximum permissible kinetic energy level of the bullets is exceeded. Hence there is a serious danger of external injuries, and sensitive areas such as the face and above all the eyes are particularly at risk.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary destruction of the product.
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HARDLINES: TOY
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Beach Toy
BRAND: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Net bag with label, containing 1 tip-up truck, 1 ladle, 1 sieve and 1 rake, or 1 tip-up truck, 1 ladle, 1 sieve and 1 form, or 1 tip-up truck, 1 ladle, 1 spade and 1 form.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING
The product poses a risk of choking because the ‘ears’ and ‘nose’ of the tip-up truck are easily detachable and can be swallowed by small children.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN71-1.
Voluntary destruction of the product and warning to consumers of the risks.
EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Play shooting set "Super Ketty Competition Gun"
BRAND: Rovaplast
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown
DESCRIPTION: Pistol with 3 suction arrows.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because the maximum permissible kinetic energy level of the projectiles is exceeded. Hence there is a serious danger of external injuries and sensitive areas such as the face and above all the eyes are particularly at risk.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Voluntary warning to consumers of the risks.
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HARDLINES: TOY
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/SWEDEN CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Magnetic Putty "Space Putty"
BRAND: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. no. 660631
Barcode: 66063135074
DESCRIPTION: Black magnetic putty and a small strong magnetic cube packed in a metallic container. The container is marked: "Caution Please note – suitable for ages 12+. Keep out of reach of younger children. NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION, DO NOT EAT. If swallowed, please seek medical attention immediately. AB". The container is also marked with the CE mark and the 0-3 pictogram.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHOKING AND INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because it contains a small magnet cube with a high magnetic flux value. In addition the product poses a risk of choking because the small parts can easily be swallowed by children.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN71-1.
Voluntary withdrawal from the market.
EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Braiding strands "Scoubidou – Rainbow"
BRAND: Top Media
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. No 170294
Barcode: 4 260223 170294
DESCRIPTION: Braiding strands consisting of transparent, colourless plastic with a round cross-section, containing textile cords in the inner cavity in various neon colours, in some cases metallic Lurex yarns.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 7.5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
Voluntary withdrawal of the product from the market.
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HARDLINES: TOY
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toys
PRODUCT: Soap bubble toy "Espumola"
BRAND: Super Pompas
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 05914
Barcode: 8422838059142
DESCRIPTION: Tubes for making soap bubbles. The product bears a label marked "Super Pompas And Espumola".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
MICROBIOLOGICAL
The product poses a microbiological risk because the mesophilic aerobic microorganism count in the soapy water is too high (2.7x104 cfu/ml). There is a risk of infection if the liquid is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin.
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Toy
PRODUCT: Soap bubble toy "Music Bubble Gun"
BRAND: Erjutoys
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. JU6301
Barcode: 8435235863014
DESCRIPTION: Transparent gun with light which makes soap bubbles. On one side it is marked with the text "Music Bubble Gun". It comes in blister packaging. The front of the packaging indicates, among other things: "Pistola Burbujas con Luz". The references on the back include the importer's details.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
MICROBIOLOGICAL
The product poses a microbiological risk because the mesophilic aerobic microorganism count in the soapy water is too high (1.9 x 106 cfu/ml).
The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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HARDLINES: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/DENMARK CATEGORY: Furniture/Toys
PRODUCT: Bed "Flexa4dreams"
BRAND: Flexa
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 80-01307-1/-2
DESCRIPTION: A wooden platform for a medium height bed with a slide.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Estonia
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation because items such as drawstrings from clothing could get stuck between the platform and the slide because the fitting is placed too low. The head of a child could also get stuck in the platform´s opening towards the outside.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-8.
Voluntary information to consumers on the risks.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: King- and Queen-Size Bordeaux Collection Bed Frames
UNITS: About 18,400 in the United States and 1,250 in Canada
IMPORTER: Samuel Lawrence Furniture, of High Point, N.C.
MANUFACTURER: Poh Huat Furniture Ind., of Malaysia
DESCRIPTION: This recall includes Bordeaux Collection king- and queen-size sleigh beds with wooden headboards and footboards in a cherry finish. Each bed also has two matching wooden side rails. “Bordeaux” and the model number are printed on a white label on the back of the headboard and footboard. Model numbers for the recalled beds are 8070-252 and 8070-253 for the queen-size and 8070-272 and 8070-273 for the king-size.
MANUFACTURED IN: Malaysia
HAZARD: The hardware holding the headboard and footboard can loosen or detach, posing a fall hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: THE firm has received one report of a Florida man who injured his foot when the bed’s footboard detached.
Voluntary recall.
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HARDLINES: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Costco Wholesale Australia Pty Ltd—Circulon 13 Piece Cookware Set
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Circulon 13 Piece Premier Professional Cookware Set manufactured by Meyer Corporation
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Item number 559735
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Costco
SUPPLIER
Costco Wholesale Australia Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.costco.com.au
HAZARDS
There is a risk that the glass lid could crack, break or shatter under normal use due to a manufacturing fault.
DEFECTS
The 5 quart / 28cm glass lid with identifying lid rim number "IMCP1108" is the only item out of the 13 pieces of cookware affected by the manufacturing fault. All other pots, pans and associated lids are unaffected and can continue to be safely used by consumers.
Costco members who purchased the cookware set after 13 September 2011, should check the identifying number stamped on the metal rim of the 5 quart / 28cm glass lid. If a member's lid contains this identifying number, they are advised to stop using the lid and return it to their nearest Costco warehouse after Monday 9 July 2012 and receive a replacement. Members who cannot come into the store to pick up a replacement lid should phone (02) 94697999 for instructions on obtaining one.
EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Gas appliances and components
PRODUCT: Portable gas heater
BRAND: Bellus
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: AS-GH03 (185371)
DESCRIPTION: Portable gas heater: black metal, dimensions 72x42 x34 cm.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
BURNS
The injectors are too big and the product may break as a result of overheating. This may cause leaks and burns. The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive or the relevant European standard EN 449.
Recall of the product from end users and withdrawal from the market.
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AUSTRALIA Dux Hot Water—Dux Gas-Boosted Solar Tanks and EcoSmart Intelligent Hybrid Tanks
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Pre-boosted gas solar tanks used to heat water in domestic homes
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
The following units may be affected: Dux MP15 or MP20 or EcoSmart gas-boosted solar water heaters with model numbers: DN15DS, DL15DS, DN15CS, DL15CS, DN20CS, DL20CS, 3D1NE, 3D1NS, EN15DS, EL15DS produced from 1st June 2011 to 19th June 2012.
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Reece, Tradelink, Swan Plumbing, Origin Energy, Bunnings, Bowens, Bentons, East Coast, Hardings, Harris Group, Insolar
SUPPLIER
Dux Hot Water
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.dux.com.au
HAZARDS
There is a risk of electric shock if a unit has been incorrectly wired. Note that there is no safety risk if the unit is producing hot water.
DEFECTS
Dux Hot Water has identified a potential electrical safety risk with gas-boosted solar tanks due to incorrect wiring.
Turn power to the water heater off at the power point, unplug the cord and immediately call 1300 270 485 to organise a safety inspection or email [email protected]
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Recliner Chair
UNITS: About 405
IMPORTER: Bluestem Brands, Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.
DISTRIBUTOR: Tone World International Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn.
DESCRIPTION: The recalled adult-sized recliner chairs have wooden legs. The chairs include a reclining function and foot rest extension. The fabric is jacquard in a paisley design. The phrases: "Manufactured By Xiamen Xinzhjheng Foam Products Co., LTD Xiang-Bei Industrial Area, Xiang' An District, Xiamen" and "Made in China" are printed on a label located on the underside of the recliner chair.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The surface paint on the legs of the recliner contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.
Voluntary recall.
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Frigidaire Self-Clean Gas Range
UNITS: About 185
MANUFACTURER: Frigidaire, of Charlotte, N.C.
DESCRIPTION: This recall for inspection and/or repair involves Frigidaire Gas Ranges Model # LGGF3043KFM with serial numbers within the following range: VF20457216 to VF20457555. The model and serial numbers are located near the base of the range just below the bottom right portion of the oven door. This gas range has five burners, stainless steel exterior and Frigidaire nameplate centered on the lower part of the oven door.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD: There can be a delayed ignition on the bake/broil features of the oven, posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: One incident was reported. No injuries or damage have been reported.
Voluntary recall.
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories
PRODUCT: Thermos flask "Termo"
BRAND: Leopard
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
Ref. 0106090304. 1 L
Barcode: 8401060903041
DESCRIPTION: Blue thermos flask with white cup. The lable reads: "Leopard Casa y Jardin.- Termo 1 litro".
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because of the presence of asbestos fibres in the separators of the double glass wall of the thermos flask.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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EU/DENMARK
PRODUCT: nylon whisks
MANUFACTURED IN: Hong Kong
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of primary aromatic amines (0.22 mg/kg - ppm) from nylon whisks from Hong Kong
destruction
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: knife set with plastic board
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of chromium (26.1 / 27.6 / 25.3 / 19.8 / 16.3 / mg/kg - ppm) from knife set with plastic board from China
Withdrawal from the market
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: non-stick cookware set
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of chromium (26.1 / 27.6 / 25.3 / 19.8 / 16.3 / mg/kg - ppm) from knife set with plastic board from China
re-dispatch
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: multitool
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of chromium (103.8;41.9;82.2 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (1.2; 0.8; 0.7 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (3.1; 4.4; 1.4 mg/kg - ppm) from multitool from China
re-dispatch
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: porcelain grater
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
foreign body (parts of porcelain grater during use) in porcelain grater from China
informing authorities
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: oven tray
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of chromium (1.5 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (26.7 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (13 mg/kg - ppm) and too high level of total migration (720 mg/kg - ppm) from oven tray from China
re-dispatch
EU/SLOVENIA
PRODUCT: baking tray
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of volatile organic constituents (1.1 %) from baking tray from China, via Hong Kong and via Switzerland
Withdrawal from the market
EU/UNITED KINGDOM
PRODUCT: snack dishes
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of formaldehyde (item 1:18; item 2: 131; item 3: 93 µg/kg - ppb) from snack dishes from China, via Hong Kong
official detention
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EU/PORTUGAL
PRODUCT: tableware
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of formaldehyde (31.3; 36.4; 44.6 mg/kg - ppm) from tableware from China
re-dispatch
EU/IRELAND
PRODUCT: 4 piece kitchen utensil set
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of primary aromatic amines (15.678; 13.198; 13.329 mg/kg - ppm) from 4 piece kitchen utensil set from China
import not authorised
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: 7 piece kitchen utensil set
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of chromium, of nickel and of manganese and too high level of total migration from 7 piece kitchen utensil set from China
Withdrawal from the market
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: knives
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
too high level of total migration (15 mg/dm²) from knives from China
import not authorised
EU/ITALY
PRODUCT: plastic cutlery
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
outer coating coming off from plastic cutlery from China
re-dispatch
EU/SLOVENIA
PRODUCT: backing utensils
MANUFACTURED IN: China
No picture available.
CHEMICAL
migration of volatile organic constituents (brush: 1.39; spatula: 1.85 %) from backing utensils from China, via Switzerland
Withdrawal from the market
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EU/ESTONIA CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT: Glue
BRAND: Pyramid
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 6868
Barcode (by importer): 6438151006314, Barcode (by producer): 9557272868681
DESCRIPTION: Package containing one metal tube with a plastic stopper, containing 3 grams of liquid adhesive. The packaging is marked “Super Glue”, “Cyanoacrylate Adhesive”, “New No.6868”, “Glass, Ceramics, Wood, Plastic, Rubber, Metal, Concrete”, “Extra Super Power”, “Net. 3g”, “Warning: eye irritant bonds skin in seconds, keep out of the reach of children”, “extra super power”. The back of the package bears inscriptions in English concerning the application, handling care and the name of company.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 42 % by weight of chloroform.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Laser pointers
PRODUCT: Laser pointer key-ring "3 in 1 Laser & LED Light"
BRAND: KALIQI
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2011101
DESCRIPTION: Laser and LED flashlight, in the form of a key-ring. Approx. dimensions: 11.7x2.2x1.7 cm (with the ring). The head of the product is silver, while the body has various colours (green, silver, red, brown, purple or blue). The laser and the LED are operated by 3 AG13 button cells. The products are packed in black box (24 items, approx. dimensions: 16x11x7.5 cm).
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
DAMAGE TO SIGHT
The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it is a Class 3B laser.
In addition, the product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with respect to classification, labelling, user information and engineering requirements.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Kawasaki cordless drill
UNITS: About 45,000
MANUFACTURER: Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China
IMPORTER: Alltrade Tools LLC, of Long Beach, Calif.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black color combination, with a 19.2v battery pack and certain serial numbers. "Alltrade Tools LLC" and "Made in China" are printed in white lettering on the left side of the drills. The drill's model and serial numbers are located on a label on the right side of the drill. The recalled drills have the following serial numbers:
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Alltrade Tools has received 33 reports of incidents, including one minor burn injury.
Voluntary recall.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Notus air movers/blowers
UNITS: About 24,000
MANUFACTURER: EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves commercial air movers/blowers used to dry flooring, walls and furniture in homes and other buildings. The air movers' green plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep. The air movers have a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD: The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Servpro has received four reports of overheating incidents with the recalled air movers/blowers. Three of the incidents resulted in property damage, including a fire at a home in San Diego, Calif. that caused $475,000 in damage.
Voluntary recall.
Kawasaki Cordless Drill Serial Numbers
From 11030 30201 to 11030 33656
From 11040 00001 to 11040 17120
From 11060 00001 to 11060 07340
From 11070 00001 to 11070 05984
From 11070 16801 to 11070 20640
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Flushmate® III Pressure-Assist Flushing System
UNITS: About 2,330,600 in the U.S. and 9,400 in Canada
MANUFACTURER: Flushmate, of New Hudson, Mich., a division of Sloan Valve Company
DESCRIPTION: This recall is for Series 503 Flushmate® III Pressure Assist flushing systems installed inside toilet tanks. The recalled systems were manufactured from October 1997 to February 2008. The units are rectangular, black, two-piece vessels made of injection molded plastic. The date code/serial number is 16 characters long and is located on the label on the top of the Flushmate III. The first six numerals of the serial number are the date code. The date code range for this recall begins with 101497 (October 14, 1997) and continues through 022908 (February 29, 2008).
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD: The system can burst at or near the vessel weld seam releasing stored pressure. This pressure can lift the tank lid and shatter the tank, posing impact or laceration hazards to consumers and property damage.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Flushmate has received 304 reports of the product bursting, resulting in property damage and 14 impact or laceration injuries.
Voluntary recall.
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EU/ NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT: Cleaning product "Power Kitchen kleaner product -Keukenreiniger extra krachtig"
BRAND: De Jong & Partners
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
Barcode: 8710249297520.
DESCRIPTION: The flacon is fitted with a spraying device. Content 750 ml. The product contains sodium hydroxide. On the back there are brief instructions in Dutch, which do not cover the danger of the product.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a basic solution with over 4% of sodium hydroxide.
The product must therefore be classified as “Corrosive”. There is no pictogram “C” on the label and there is incorrect labelling of risk and safety warnings. The packaging has no child-resistant closure and there is no tactile warning. There are no contact details of the supplier on the label.
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP, EC N°1272/2008) and also not with the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
EU/ NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT Cleaning product "Power cleaner extra krachtig"
BRAND: De Jong & Partners
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
Barcode: 8717496472069.
DESCRIPTION: The flacon is fitted with a spraying device. Content 750 ml. The product contains phosphoric acid. On the back are some brief instructions in Dutch, German, English and French language.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because the product contains an acidic solution with an extreme pH value 0.7. The product must therefore be classified as “Corrosive”. There is no pictogram “C” on the label and there is incorrect labelling of risk and safety warnings. The packaging has no child-resistant closure and there is no tactile warning. There are no contact details of the supplier on the label.
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP, ECN°1272/2008), and also with the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).
Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
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EU/ NETHERLANDS
CATEGORY: Chemical products
PRODUCT: Cleaning product "Badkamer cleaner extra krachtig"
BRAND: De Jong & Partners
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
Barcode: 8717496472045
DESCRIPTION: The flacon is fitted with a spraying device. Content 750 ml. The product contains phosphoric acid. On the back there are some brief instructions in Dutch, German, English and French language.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk and risk of burns because it contains an acidic solution with pH value 1,3. The product must therefore be classified as “Corrosive”; nevertheless, there is no pictogram “C” on the label and the labelling with risk and safety warnings is incorrect. The packaging has no child-resistant closure and there is no tactile warning. The user therefore has no indication on the serious danger of this acidic product when it comes into contact with the skin or eyes. And, in particular, there is a risk to young children due to the absence of a child-resistant closure, and to visually impaired consumers due to the absence of a tactile warning.
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP), with the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
EU/AUSTRIA CATEGORY: Cosmetics
PRODUCT: Hair shampoo "Haar-Vital"
BRAND: Aina
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Haar Vital 100ml, HV 643
Barcode: 9005546004544
DESCRIPTION: White plastic bottle with screw top and adhesive label; content: 100 ml.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Austria
MICROBIOLOGICAL
The product poses a microbiological risk because it is contaminated by pathogenic organisms such as mesophilic aerobic microorganisms (2.4x104 cfu/ml), Pantoea (8.7x103 cfu/ml) and Pseudonmonas aeruginosa (2x104 cfu/ml).
Recall from consumers and information to them
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Tricruiser Electric-Powered Adult Tricycles
UNITS: About 2,100
DISTRIBUTOR: Currie Technologies, of Chatsworth, Calif.
MANUFACTURER: Acetrikes Industrial Co., Ltd., of China
DESCRIPTION: The recalled tricycles are battery powered with 24" wheels and a basket between the rear wheels. Their brand name, eZip or iZip, is printed on the sides of the bike and above the front wheel. Bikes were sold in the following colors: red, blue and sand. Recalled tricycles are in the serial number range ACB06L00001 to ACB10H99999. Serial numbers are engraved on the frame under the handlebar support on the front of the tricycle. Model numbers include EZ-TRY-SD, IZ-TRY-RD, IZ-TRICR7-BL and IZ-TRY8-BL.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The rear axle can break causing a rear wheel to detach, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm is aware of six incidents, including five reports of bruises and scrapes.
Voluntary recall.
USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Catbike Musashi recumbent bicycle
UNITS: About 170 units
MANUFACTURER: Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles LLC, of Winter Garden, Fla.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves model year 2010 Catbike Musashi recumbent bicycles. The bicycles were sold in the following colors: black, white, silver, yellow, orange, red, lime green, pink, blue, candy purple, candy red, candy green, candy blue and sparkle orange. "Musashi" is printed on the frame and "Catbike" is printed on the seat, frame and headrest. Serial numbers CBM0002 to CBM0170 are included in this recall. The serial number can be found underneath the main frame where the seat bottom is located.
MANUFACTURED IN: United States
HAZARD: The bicycle frame can crack, which can cause the rider to lose control and crash.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported
Voluntary recall.
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EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Hobby/sports equipment
PRODUCT: Door bar
BRAND: JUMBO
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code Y-DB01P
Barcode: 0233259000037
DESCRIPTION: Chrome-plated steel door bar in silver, with rubber ends and support brackets in black, for domestic use. The bar extends from 62cm to 100cm. It is sold in a transparent blister package.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES
The product can detach from the door under the weight of the user.
One incident reported.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 957.
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
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AUSTRALIA
Marine Acquisition (Australia) Pty Ltd (trading as Teleflex Australia)—Steering Cable
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Steering cable, engine side, output ram Models : SSC62, SSC63, SSC290, SSC92 and SSC134
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
12044 through 12125 and 12142 through 12145
TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT
Bob Littler Agencies Pty Ltd and Telwater Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER
Marine Acquisition (Australia) Pty Ltd t/as Teleflex Australia
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.teleflex.com.au
No picture available.
HAZARDS
Possible degradation of steering function, which may result in property damage or personal injury.
DEFECTS
A small percentage of steering cables are suspected to incorporate an output ram that may potentially develop cracks during service.
Consumers should immediately contact a BLA technical service representative: BLA Australia 1800 792 241 BLA New Zealand 1800 792 241 Teleflex New Zealand +64 9 580 0960
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EU/SPAIN CORRIGENDUM
Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products- May 16-31 –2012 has been permanently removed following further information received from the notifying country.
CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s bed sheets "Super Heroes"
BRAND: Ram’s
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model J.S. V 90 CM Super Heroes – Red. Barcode: 8432456037903
DESCRIPTION: Three-piece sheet set for children printed with "Super Heroes" - red. The bottom sheet fits size 190/200cm beds. The packaging is made of plastic and includes a cardboard label of various colours, predominantly red, with a photograph of the product, the composition, "Linea Mireia" and the importer’s details.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Pakistan
BURNS
The product poses a risk of burns because in case it catches fire, the flames propagate too quickly.
In addition, the labelling requirements are not met.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14878.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls’ shorts
BRAND: Caiba
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: MT-368
DESCRIPTION: Yellow shorts with two white stripes. The waist of the shorts includes a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with an inscription: „Cecil Mebee”. Size: 134, 140, 152
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a non-fixed drawstring with knots and metal toggles on the ends in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirt
BRAND: Moga Kid's
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LD-060
Barcode: 5999552125220
DESCRIPTION: Girl’s sweatshirt with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with a picture of a girl and an inscription: "Malibu Club Tonight Show". The product is available in light purple, dark purple and grey colours. Size: 8-16.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings with knots in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children's sweatshirt
BRAND: Moga
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HMX-8828C1
DESCRIPTION: Girl’s sweatshirt with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring with free ends. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with an embroidered inscription: "Braze Mexico Fashion 46". The product is available in light blue, dark blue and grey colours. Size: 134-164.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
STRANGULATION
The product poses a serious risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstring with free ends placed in the hood. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s jacket
BRAND: QiFeng
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 7149B
DESCRIPTION: Children’s jacket with hood and zip-fastener. The hood can be removed by using a zipper. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles and knots on the ends. The product is decorated with the inscriptions: "Naughty" and „65-Fabto". Size: 122-164.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of a drawstring with knots and toggles in the hood and waist area. The drawstring is elastic and if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into the eyes and face causing injuries.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children's windbreaker
BRAND: SANJOY
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: XFY1015B
DESCRIPTION: Children’s windbreaker with hood and zip-fastener. The hood can be removed by using a zipper. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends. The product is available in red, beige, light blue and dark blue colours. Size: 92-122.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of a drawstring with knots and toggles in the hood and waist area. The drawstring is elastic and if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into the eyes and face causing injuries.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt
BRAND: Piao Liang Xiong Di
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: WZ03
DESCRIPTION: Sweatshirt for young children with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring with knots on the ends. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with different patterns (flowers, butterflies, crowns) and an inscription: "Surf Fulla Cess". The product is available in green, brown and blue colours. Size: 6.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring with knots on the ends in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls’sweatshirt
BRAND: Seagull
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CSQ-916
DESCRIPTION: Girls’ sweatshirt with hood, zip fastener and kangaroo pocket. The hood includes a drawstring. The front of the sweatshirt is decorated with an inscription: „hfsritsn”. The product is available in green and pink colours. Size: 134/140.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring with free ends in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from end users.
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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Girls’ leisure trousers
BRAND: AD miring
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: K-8710
Barcode: 7375405995545
DESCRIPTION: Girls’ leisure trousers with two pockets in pink colour. The left pocket is decorated with flowers and leaves. The waist part of the trousers includes an unattached drawstring.
Size: 104, 128 cm.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a non-fixed drawstring in the waist area.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Child’s outfit
BRAND: Huasheng
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: E-374B
Barcode: 598258181
DESCRIPTION: Outfit for young children consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers includes non-fixed drawstrings with plastic toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with inscriptions: „K”, „BOVIERMAN DRIVESPORTS CLUB SPORTS”, „M56 SPECIALIS M-56”.
Size: 134
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
INJURIES AND STRANGULATION
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because the hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers include non-fixed drawstrings. There are plastic toggles on the ends of the drawstring in the hood.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Boys and Girls Pull-On Lounge Pants and Girls Boxers
UNITS: About 210,000
IMPORTER: Rigo International Inc., of Los Angeles
DESCRIPTION: The recalled items are Academy pull-on lounge pants for boys and girls, and boxers for girls. The garments are made of 100 percent cotton and have elastic or fabric waistbands. The pants and boxers have a variety of colors and print designs, including guitars, bikes, skates, footballs, baseballs, softballs, soccer balls, volleyballs, deer, zebra, horses, penguins and leopards. Some clothing may have the words “cheer,” “champs,” “soccer stars,” “peaceful,” “dance” or “perfect 10” printed on them. The garments are sold in sizes XS through L for boys or 6 through 14 for girls. The garments have identification numbers on a tag directly under the size tag on the rear section of the waistband. Garments with the following identification numbers are included in this recall:
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The pants and boxers fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Rigo has received one report of a garment catching fire and causing severe burns to the front and back of both legs of a 9-year-old boy.
Voluntary recall.
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
377676, 377677, 377678, 377679
454818, 454819, 454820, 454821, 454822, 454823, 454824, 454825, 454826, 454827, 454828, 454829
466629, 466630
555571, 555572
564822, 564904, 564938, 564939
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Gabiano Collection Boys and Girls Pajamas, Sets and Gowns
UNITS: About 6,000
IMPORTER: Ishtex Textile Products Inc. of Duluth, Ga.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves all styles of boys and girls 100 percent cotton pajamas, including sets (tops and bottoms), one-piece suits and gowns in a variety of colors and designs in sizes 2 through 14. “Gabiano” is printed on a tag sewn into the center back neckline of the tops and gown and at the center back of the bottoms. This recall includes style numbers GB201, GB204, GB205, GB207, GB208, GB213, GB215, GB220, GB225, GB230, GB245, GB250, GB260, GB275, GB2001, GB2002, GB2011, GB2012, GB2021, GB2022, GB2031, GB2032, GB2041, GB2042, GB3001 and GB3011. The style number is only printed on the sales tag and does not appear on the garments.
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children. The garments were advertised and sold as children’s sleepwear.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None
Voluntary recall.
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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Children’s pajamas
UNITS: About 12,000
IMPORTER: PajamaGram of Shelburne, Vt.
DESCRIPTION: The pajamas are 100 percent polyester fleece sold in sizes 12 months to 4T and in boys and girls sizes 6 through 14. “PajamaGram” is printed on the neck tag. The pajamas come in two styles: one-piece hood and feet pajamas, and two-piece sets. The below style/GPU number is printed on a second tag sewn into either the neck or side of the pajamas and the pajama pants. The following pajamas are included in this recall:
MANUFACTURED IN: China
HAZARD: The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported
Voluntary recall.
MODEL COLORS/ DESCRIPTION
GPU NUMBER
Hoodie Footie for Girls
Pink with zip-off feet and hood JSLHFP1
Hoodie Footie for Boys and Girls
Blue with zip-off feet and hood
JSLHFB1
Sweetheart Hoodie Footie for Girls
Pink with a red heart print and zip-off feet and hood
JSLHFV1
Winter Whimsy Hoodie Footie for Boys and Girls
Red with a snow-man/penguin print and zip-off feet and hood
JSLHFW1
Lodge Fleece Set for Toddlers, Boys and Girls
Two-piece set. Blue shirt with moose appliqué and white moose/snowflake print pant
JSLLFB1
Snuggle Fleece Argyle Set for Girls
Two-piece set. Light blue shirt with pink and blue argyle print pant
JSLAFG1
Infant Lodge Fleece One-Piece
White with moose/snowflake print. Pajamas have feet and a front zipper
JSLLFB2
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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
PRODUCT: Socks "Elegante Berufssocke" (elegant dress socks)
BRAND: Unknown
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:
Barcode: 4019312122634
DESCRIPTION: 5-pack, black, size 43-46. Packaging: black cardboard labels with gold-coloured edge and white print; sleeve with the same design around the 5-pack.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey
CHEMICAL
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains azo dyes releasing 64, 75 and 76 mg/kg respectively of dimethoxybenzidine of the textile component. This exceeds the limit of 30 mg/kg.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Voluntary recall of the product from end users.
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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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