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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 1– 15 JUNE 2013

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 11

HARDGOODS Pages 12 to 21

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 22 to 34

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 35 to 41

SOFTLINES Pages 42 to 55

Audio Video and Household Appliances (7)

IT & Telecommunication (0)

Luminaries (7)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (3)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (3)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (20)

Sport & Leisure Goods (4)

Stationery and Office Supplies (0)

Textile and Clothing (14)

Shoes (7)

Bags and Accessories (2)

Jewelleries (0)

Toys (23)

Juvenile Products (1)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (9)

Household Care (2)

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Stand fan

BRAND: Malber

NAME: 40cm Stand fan

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: FD-40E

Batch number/Barcode: 5290589090430

DESCRIPTION: Fan on a stand, packed in a cardboard box. The brand, the barcode and the type of the product are also printed on the box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries as protection from the helix is not adequate and it can be easily touched while in operation.

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

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/SPAIN


PRODUCT: Table fan

BRAND: Orbegozo

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model TF-0131


DESCRIPTION: Table fan with 30 cm blades, three speed options, multi-directional pivoting mounting with a carrying handle and a protective screen. It is packed in a cardboard box bearing information on on the brand, reference, barcode and CE marking.


INJURIES

The clips holding the protective screen come easily undone. As a result, there is a serious risk of injuries if the protective screen comes off while the fan is in operation, permitting contact with the helix of the fan.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60335.


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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances

PRODUCT: Lint remover

BRAND: JIAJIA

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model RSCX-JJ-677, ref. 8100929

Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 8435292509290

DESCRIPTION: Lint remover, 220V 50Hz 3W. The packaging is a blue cardboard box with a clear plastic window.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product is not sufficiently heat resistant. As a result the structure can deform, leaving live parts accessible. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335-1.


EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Construction product

PRODUCT: Smoke detector

BRAND: Chick-a-Dee

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CHI-02DZ, CHI-02DW, CHI-02DB, CHI-02DP.


DESCRIPTION: Optical smoke detector in the form of a bird, including batteries. Manufacturing date: 04/09/2011, black and white colour. The product is also available in white, pink and light blue.


ASPHYXIATION, FIRE

The product is not sufficiently sensitive to smoke and the alarm volume is not sufficiently high. The failure to detect commonly occurring types of fire does not permit the user and others around them to take the measures necessary to avoid the risk of fire.

Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,

Recall of the product from end users.

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EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Electric flycatcher

BRAND: YPD

NAME: Mosquito Swatter

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Flycatcher in the form of a tennis racquet, with an orange frame and black handle. Packaging mainly green, with a picture of the product.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The level of the electric charge is too high. As a result the product is considered to be dangerous for children and persons with pacemakers. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60335-2.


EU/UNITED KINGDOM


PRODUCT: Fan blower

BRAND: Andy J Leisure, Power Fans, Diamond Fans

NAME: 1.5HP Bouncy Castle Fan/Blower/1.5 hp Galvanized Electric Fan/1.5Hp Inflation fan

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: QF-1.1 E (for 1.5HP Bouncy Castle Fan/Blower),

FF 1.1 – 230-50-UK (model nr.: AD240-BF for 1.5 hp Galvanized Electric Fan),

DF 1.1-230-50-UK (for 1.5Hp Inflation fan)


DESCRIPTION: The product is a fan used for inflating bouncy castles (and similar products). Affected fans are those with an electrical socket attached to the casing on front of the fan, underneath the blower (later products with a cable lead are not affected).


ELECTRIC SHOCK

Water ingress can incur around the mains connector. As a result, the casing of the fan can be live if it comes into contact with water, causing the risk of electrocution if touched. It is especially dangerous for children who are near the inflatable product (such as a bouncy castle) and who may inadvertently touch the casing.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standards EN 60529:1992, EN 60335-2-80:2003+A2:2009, EN60335-1/A14:2010 and the relevant national standard.

Voluntary measures: Warning consumers of the risks.

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AUSTRALIA

BIG W (Woolworths Limited)—Abode Electric Blankets (Re-Advertised Recall from August 2012)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Abode Electric Blankets - Single, Single Fitted and Queen/Double with particular batch codes

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Single: Model BA111 (Keycode: 7089466)

Single Fitted: Model BA211 (Keycode 7089527)

Queen/Double: Model BA212 (Keycode 7089619)

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

BIG W

SUPPLIER

BIG W (Woolworths Limited)

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.bigw.com.au

DEFECTS

The control cord may fatigue and cause an internal short circuit or overheating.

HAZARDS

Affected units pose a fire hazard.

Customers should cease using this product. Customers are asked to immediately return the product to any BIG W store for a full refund.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Best

NAME: 140 Rice Lights

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: YS-140L-R


DESCRIPTION: The lighting chain includes 140 serial-parallel connected non-replaceable red miniature lamps. The colours of the lamps are blue, red, green and yellow. The product can be operated with a flashing switch and control unit. Main parts of the lighting chain are: two-pin plug; flashing switch and control unit; internal printed circuit board; one-wire, single-insulated connecting cables and two-wire double insulated main supply cable without marking. The packaging is a colourful cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of burns due to the insufficient dimension of the cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires.

The product poses also a risk of electric shock because the wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting and live metal parts could consequently become accessible


Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market,

Recall of the product from end user.

EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Wall lamp

BRAND: POMAX

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 18534


DESCRIPTION: Metal wall lamp in the form of a lantern, Dimensions (h x l): 100 x 50 cm Voltage: 220-240 V AC Power or current: Max 25 W.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Tunisia

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses the risk of electric shock because:

- The electrical insulation is insufficient. - The lamp does not have a traction arrest mechanism at the junction block and the socket.


Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/ITALY


PRODUCT: UV lamp

BRAND: Shengtuo / Kangtuo

NAME: UV Lamp

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ST 818 / KT818


DESCRIPTION: UV lamp for fixing false nails, the external part of which is made of thermoplastic material.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

Live parts can be accessed via the fuse-holder. The main insulation for the internal conductors and the power cord is accessible via the openings of the lampholder. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335-1.

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

EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: unknown

NAME: Happy Diwali Light 100L

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 100L

Batch number/Barcode: 6 332612 881208

DESCRIPTION: The lighting chain is made of 100 serial-parallel connected and non-replaceable miniature LEDs. The product can be operated by a flashing switch and control unit (8 functions). The product is packed in a colourful cardboard box.


BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK

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

- The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is less than the minimum requirement, and they could consequently overheat. - The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the flashing switch and control unit and the lamps are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. As a result, live metal parts could become accessible to the user. - The accessible wires have only basic insulation and come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit. In case of damage, live metal parts become accessible to the user.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard EN 60598.

Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Metal Halide Lamps

UNITS: About 8,100

DESCRIPTION

The recalled items are egg-shaped, clear glass, 150-watt industrial metal halide lamps. They are about five inches long and have a medium base. Recalled lamps were manufactured between November 2012 and March 2013. “Philips,” “150W” “ALTO M142/0,” “Hg,” “USA 3A-1” and “MHC150/U/MP/4K” are stamped on the lamp. Each lamp comes in a protective cardboard sleeve. The Philips logo appears at the top of the protective sleeve on all sides. “MasterColor,” “Ceramic Metal Halide ED-17 Protected,” “Hg – Lamp Contains Mercury” are on the side of the sleeve. “MHC150/U/MP/4K ALTO” and Universal Product Code (UPC) “46677 37724” are on a label on the side of the sleeve.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD:

The internal wiring can arc causing the lamp to catch fire or the glass to shatter. This poses fire and laceration hazards.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Philips has received one report of a failure that damaged a lamp. The company has received no reports of injury or property damage.

Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and contact Philips for a full refund or a replacement. Philips will issue a refund as a credit to all distributors with recalled lamps in their inventories and will replace recalled lamps that have been installed at no cost to the consumer.

AUSTRALIA

Dare Gallery—Bahram Architects Desk Lamp

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Desk lamp


N/A


Dare Gallery

SUPPLIER

Dare Gallery

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.daregallery.com.au

DEFECTS

The product does not have an Australian electrical approval number.

HAZARDS

The lamp is not compliant with the Australian electrical safety requirements and may be hazardous to consumers.

Cease using the product immediately. Return the product to Dare Gallery for a full refund.

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E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

KTG Imports Pty Ltd—Disco Light

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Rotating light ball with coloured light effects


Item No: 50438


The product was sold through independent gift and homewares retailers in Victoria and South Australia.

SUPPLIER

KTG Imports Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

No

DEFECTS

The disco light has inadequate insulation and may pose an electrical safety risk when in use and when replacing the light globe.

HAZARDS

The product poses a risk of electric shock.

Customers should immediately stop using this product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or post it with their full contact details to KTG IMPORTS, 56-58 Shafton Street, Huntingdale, VIC 3166.

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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/CYPRUS


PRODUCT: Travel charger

BRAND: CELLY

NAME: Energy Star

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CBRIPHONE, Code: CELLY CBRV. 1.4, SDL5275


DESCRIPTION: Travel charger compatible with ipod. The product is packed in a transparent cardboard box. The brand and the bar code of the product are also printed on the box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:

- The insulation between the primary and secondary windings of the transformer is not equivalent to reinforced insulation. - Input power conductors are not properly positioned or fixed. Therefore, reliance is placed upon the soldering alone to maintain the conductors in position. - There are no instructions and safety information.

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


EU/CYPRUS


PRODUCT: Charger for information technology equipment

BRAND: NORTONLINE

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TC98A


DESCRIPTION: 2 pin mobile phone travel charger for models K300, K500, K700, V800, T290, J300. The product is packaged in a blister pack showing the brand, the model and the following specifications of the charger: AC 100-240V, 47-63Hz, 200mA, Output Voltage: DC 4,5-9,5V 800mA.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:

- The insulation between the primary and secondary windings of the transformer is not equivalent to reinforced insulation. - The clearance for reinforced insulation between the primary and secondary circuit and the creepage distance on the PCB are too short. - Input power conductors are not properly positioned or fixed on the PCB. Therefore, reliance is placed upon the soldering alone to maintain the conductors in position. -The pins of the mains plug can break.

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


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E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Chubb Fire & Security Pty Ltd t/a VitalCall—Plug-in power adaptor for VitalCall MK9 unit

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Plug-in power adaptor model number A35S0900300 supplied with the VitalCall base unit (MK9) between 1 January 2011 and 17 May 2013


Model number A35S0900300


VitalCall

SUPPLIER

Chubb Fire & Security Pty Ltd t/a VitalCall

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.vitalcall.com.au

No picture available.

DEFECTS

When force is applied to the plug-in power adaptor, or when the adaptor is removed/attempted to be removed from the power socket, surface cracks or breaks may appear on the base of the power adaptor, or the plug face plate may separate from the adaptor. This has the potential to expose live electrical wires.

HAZARDS

If the plug-in power adaptor cracks or breaks, or if the plate separates from the adaptor, live electrical wires may be exposed, which could result in electric shock and/or fire.

(1) Visually inspect (without touching) the plug-in power adaptor to see if it has model number A35S0900300 on a white sticker that matches the one in the photo in the recall notice.

(2) If so, contact VitalCall immediately by using one of the following methods:

(a) Calling 1300 880 396 (9:00am to 5:00pm, 7 days a week)

(b) Pressing the VitalCall pendant (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

(c) Using the website (www.vitalcall.com.au) or emailing us at [email protected]

(3) Do not try to remove the plug-in power adaptor and do not touch it.

(4) VitalCall will arrange for a qualified professional to contact the consumer to make an appointment to swap the VitalCall unit and plug-in power adaptor with model number A35S0900300. If consumers have not been contacted regarding this within 10 days, consumers should press their pendant and advise the response operator.

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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Mechanical pulley system for arborists

BRAND: PETZL

NAME: Prusik mechanical ZIGZAG

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: D22-ZIGZAG


DESCRIPTION: Product enabling users to prune trees by climbing up the trees themselves (and not using cranes). The recall concerns all products “ZIGZAG” with serial numbers below 13108******.

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

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: France

INJURIES

The product poses the risk of injuries du to the particular configuration of an incorrectly-positioned and off-axis upper connector. Two accidents reported.

Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.

EU/IRELAND

CATEGORY: Protective equipment

PRODUCT: Compact 150N

BRAND: Mullion

NAME: Lifejacket


Batch number/Barcode: Manufactured after December 2011

DESCRIPTION: Inflatable lifejacket - Mullion Compact 150N lifejacket - defective model has yellow insert in the oral inflate valve.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Ireland

DROWNING

The risk is associated with models with the yellow insert valve in the oral inflatable tube. The product poses a risk of drowning because the air could leak from the oral tube, or the yellow insert valve could blow out, releasing the buoyancy air in the lifejacket.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (PPE) and the European standard EN ISO 12402.


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HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Gerber® Bear Grylls Parang Machete with stitched sheaths

UNITS: About 80,000 in the U.S. and 11,000 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves stitched sheaths sold with curved blade Parang machetes. The stitched sheath is made of black nylon, with only stitching on the curved side. There are five rivets on the bottom of the sheath and two rivets bordering the strap on top. The machete measures 19.5 inches with a blade length of 13.5 inches. The sheath measures 16 inches long and 3.5 inches wide and has “GERBER” printed in gray and two Bear Grylls logos in orange. The machetes with sheaths were sold as a set or as part of Gerber's Apocalypse Survival Kit, which includes a Parang machete among other items in a foldable black cloth case with “GERBER” printed on the inside right. The model numbers are on the package. Model numbers are: 31-000698, 31-001507 and 31-002289. Model number 30-000601 is on the package for the Apocalypse Survival Kit. The stitched sheath is the only one of three styles of sheaths sold with the Parang machete included in this recall.

IMPORTER

Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD:

The Parang machete can cut through the stitching of the sheaths when the blade is taken from or replaced in the sheath, posing a laceration hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Gerber has received eight reports of lacerations to the user’s hands or fingers, including three injuries that required stitches.

Consumers should immediately store the covered Parang machete in a safe area away from children. Contact Gerber Legendary Blades to receive a free replacement fully-riveted sheath.

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HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/CYPRUS

PRODUCT: Plastic spoon (metal handle)



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (16.6; 1504.5 µg/l) from plastic spoon (metal handle).

Recall from consumers.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: Steel kitchenware



CHEMICAL

Outer coating coming off (paint layer removed) from steel kitchenware.

Import not authorized.

EU/CYPRUS

PRODUCT: Set of plastics kitchen tools



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (50; 8.9; 2.2 µg/l) from set of plastics kitchen tools.

Destruction.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: Stainless steel oil pot



CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (0.30 mg/kg - ppm), of lead (70.30 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0.20 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel oil pot.

Placed under customs seals.

EU/CYPRUS

PRODUCT: Kitchen tools



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (aniline: 39.1 µg/kg - ppb) from kitchen tools.

Recall from consumers.

EU/FINLAND

PRODUCT: Kitchen



CHEMICAL

Migration of chromium (13 mg/dm²) from tea maker.

Placed under customs seals.

EU/POLAND

PRODUCT: Water set

MANUFACTURED IN: Turkey


CHEMICAL

Migration of cadmium (0.85 mg/item) and of lead (10.49 mg/item) from the rim of water set.

Withdrawal from the market.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: Kitchen utensils



CHEMICAL

Migration of primary aromatic amines (0.13; 0.12 mg/kg - ppm) from kitchen utensils.

Unknown

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: Barbecue grids



CHEMICAL

Migration of zinc (48 mg/dm²) from barbecue grids.


EU/GERMANY

PRODUCT: Carton box for pizza

MANUFACTURED IN: Italy


CHEMICAL

Migration of aromatic hydrocarbons (77 mg/kg - ppm) from and of saturated hydrocarbons (411) in carton box for pizza.

Unknown

EU/ESTONIA

PRODUCT: Melamine spoons



CHEMICAL

Migration of formaldehyde (27.5 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine spoons.

Informing authorities.

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AUSTRALIA

McGloins Pty Ltd—600mL & 800mL Hot Water Bottle with Knitted Cover

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

600mL hot water bottle, cream in colour with a matching knitted cover and blue snowflake pattern.

800ml hot water bottle, red in colour with a plush pink Ruby The Rabbit cover.


600mL hot water bottle: Ref. no. A1224, barcode no. 9322507018557

800ml hot water bottle: Ref. no. A1202, barcode no. 9314536002911


Sold through pharmacies nationally

SUPPLIER

McGloins Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.mcgloins.com

DEFECTS

The hot water bottles do not have the required safety warning permanently marked on them as per Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard) (Hot Water Bottles) Regulation 2008.

HAZARDS

Filling the hot water bottle with boiling water may result in it bursting during use, causing severe scalding.

Consumers should call (02) 9836 1000 or email [email protected] to arrange the return of the product to receive a gift card or refund.

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: Aluminium coffee maker



CHEMICAL

Deterioration of organoleptic characteristics of food in contact with and migration of cadmium (0.5 µg/l), of lead (25 µg/l) and of copper (87 µg/l) from aluminium coffee maker.


EU/NETHERLANDS

PRODUCT: Melamine spaghetti ladle

MANUFACTURED IN: Netherlands


CHEMICAL

Migration of formaldehyde (50 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine spaghetti ladle.

Withdrawal from the market.

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EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Leisure chair

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: CART

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: art. 718-11-1004


DESCRIPTION: Demountable, with armrests, padded seat and back. The seat and backrest are placed in a 19 mm diameter steel tube frame with thick plastic strips. Removable soft parts are constructed of 40 mm thick foam covered with material. Seat height 940 mm, back height 700 mm. Seat width 550 mm; seat depth 490 mm, weight 6.54 kg chair. The product is packed in a cardboard box.


INJURIES

The product poses the risk of injuries because it is not sufficiently stable and the consumer may lose balance and fall forward when seated.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 12520:2010 and EN 1022:2005.


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Lamp table

BRAND: Actona Company

NAME: Misy

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art. 0000035644, code KSTA-IUO-MISY


DESCRIPTION: Occasional table with a removable, dark tinted glass top and three steel tube legs. The leg ends are covered with plastic supports. The table is 50 cm high and all metal parts are painted in black. It is packed in a cardboard box.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the table is not sufficiently stable; it can easily tilt and the glass top or other heavy objects placed on it could fall.



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EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Folding chair

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Domino

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JCD1805UZ


DESCRIPTION: Folding chair for domestic use. The chair legs and seat support are made of a curved 20 mm diameter black steel pipe. The seat is made of 10 mm thick hardboard with 4 mm thick foam, covered with synthetic material, and is attached to the metal frame by six screws. The back is made of 3.5 mm thick hardboard with 4 mm thick foam covered with synthetic material, and is attached with three screws. Dimensions of the seat: height 785 mm; weight 3.3 kg; width 370 mm; depth 390 mm; and the distance from the floor is 400 mm.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

INJURIES

The mechanical strength of the chair is insufficient. The chair legs may become deformed when the user sits on the chair, causing the user to fall.



EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Food imitating products

PRODUCT: Boiled egg shaped decorative candles

BRAND: Home & Deco

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 3294600


DESCRIPTION: The decorative candle resembles a half boiled egg. Its color is white and yellow.


CHOKING

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



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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

LYDA jumbo cups

UNITS: 11,000 in the United States (220,000 worldwide)

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves IKEA’s LYDA jumbo coffee/tea cups. The 20-ounce cups are four inches tall and are white with a pink rose and green leaves. Printed on the bottom of the cup is the following information: Model number 302.033.7; Supplier number 10866; the IKEA logo; the words “IKEA of Sweden Design and Quality,” and “Made in Thailand.”

IMPORTER

IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.

MANUFACTURED IN: Thailand

HAZARD:

The cups can break when hot liquid is poured into them, posing a burn hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

No incidents of injuries have been reported in the United States. There have been 20 incidents reported worldwide, including 10 scalding injuries.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LYDA jumbo cups and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Cedar Lake Propane Heater/Cooker

UNITS: About 325

DESCRIPTION

The dual use heater/cooker consists of a single large ceramic burner with a metal stand. It measures 9 inches by 10.25 inches by 4.5 inches. It has a fitting below the burner for a propane bottle of either 16.4 oz. or 14.1 oz. sizes. The heater/cooker comes with a hose and regulator for connecting the propane bottle. The heater/cooker’s product number #14219 is printed on the packaging.

IMPORTER

Texsport, of Houston, TX.


HAZARD:

The regulator on the heater/cooker malfunctions when a user switches from a cooking to heating option, or vice versa, the gas propane turns to liquid, which can flare easily and pose a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

There was one incident of fire reported. No injuries were reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company for information about how to return the product and receive a full refund.

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HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA Giant—Contact SLR 27.2 seat-posts on certain XtC Advanced Giant bicycles

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Seat-posts on:

(1) Giant brand 2013 model year XtC Advanced SL 29er 0 (blue/white)

(2) Giant brand 2013 model year XtC Advanced SL 29er 1 (red/white)

After-market seat-posts that are also affected are black with “XTC” and “Giant” marked on the tubes.


All bicycles and seat-posts that fit the above description are affected.


Authorised Giant bicycle retailers

SUPPLIER

Giant Bicycle Co. PtyLtd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-au

DEFECTS

The seatposts on the affected bicycles and those that were sold after-market can crack and break during use.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, this can result in a loss of control and poses a fall hazard to consumers.

Consumers should stop riding bicycles with the affected seatposts and contact their local authorized Giant dealer or Giant Australia directly to determine if their bicycles are subject to the recall. If so, they should arrange for free replacement of the seatpost.

AUSTRALIA Dirt Works Australia Pty Ltd—Bicycle Forks - Salsa Vaya and Salsa La Cruz

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

(1) Salsa Vaya and Salsa La Cruz after-market bicycle forks in black

(2) Forks that came with Salsa Vaya bicycles or framesets in orange or charcoal


Salsa Vaya batch codes:

2011 02 21, 2011 04 11, 2011 06 14, 2011 09 09

La Cruz batch codes:

2011 03 01, 2011 04 08, 2011 05 30, 2011 09 09

Batch codes are located on the steerer tube.


Unknown

SUPPLIER

Dirt Works Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.dirtworks.com.au

No picture available

DEFECTS

The fork may bend during use just above the disc brake mounting point.

HAZARDS

The fork may bend during use just above the disc brake mounting point.

Immediately stop using the fork. Consumers can contact the place of purchase for inspection and replacement or call Dirt Works Australia Pty Ltd for information.

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USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS signaling devices

UNITS: About 2,500

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS scuba dive signaling devices with model numbers DA2, DP2 or DV2. The signaling device is attached to the diver’s buoyancy compensator device (BCD) power inflator/alternate regulator system by a chrome-plated brass coupling and is used to activate a loud surface horn or an underwater percussion noise to alert others in the event of a diver’s emergency. The devices are also used in non-emergencies to get the attention of the pickup boat or other divers. The DA2 is black with an orange button, the DP2 is black with a gray knob and red button and has DiveAlert PLUS printed on it, and the DV2 is black and red. They can be used with Aqualung AirSource, Oceanic Air XS, Aeris Air Link and Mares Air Control regulator/inflators. Only these signaling devices without any stamped writing on the coupling’s collar are included in this recall.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD:

The signaling device can malfunction when used and restrict the diver’s air flow, posing a drowning hazard

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled DiveAlert signaling devices and return them to an authorized DiveAlert dealer or to DiveAlert for a free repair. The repair consists of replacing the defective female coupling.

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NAME OF PRODUCT:

Salsa Bicycle Forks

UNITS: About 1,700

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves all Salsa Vaya bicycle forks stamped with the batch codes 2011 02 21, 2011 04 11, 2011 06 14 and 2011 09 09 and all Salsa La Cruz bicycle forks stamped with the batch codes 2011 03 01, 2011 04 08, 2011 05 30 and 2011 09 09. The batch code is stamped on the steerer tube. The forks are made of tubular chromoly steel and can be installed on any bicycle that takes a threadless 1 1/8 inch steerer tube. They were sold individually and as original equipment on Salsa Vaya bicycles and framesets. Salsa Vaya bicycle forks are orange or dark gray. La Cruz bicycle forks are black. The manufacturer’s insignia “CWI” is stamped on the steerer tube. “Salsa” is printed on the bicycle’s frame.

IMPORTER

Salsa Cycles, of Bloomington, Minn., (a wholly-owned brand of Quality Bicycle Products, Inc.)

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan

HAZARD:

The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Salsa Cycles has received eight reports of forks bending above the disc brake mount. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled Salsa Vaya and La Cruz bicycle forks and contact a Salsa dealer for a free inspection, replacement fork or a full refund.

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TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SWEDEN

CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products- April 16 -31 –2013 has been temporarily removed waiting for correction data from economic operator and new risk assessment by the notifying authorities.

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rattle

BRAND: Jabadabado

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: M14031

Batch no 121115, Barcode 7332599140311

DESCRIPTION: Red wooden rattle in the shape of maracas decorated with yellow stars. The product is approximately 19 cm long and is packed in a blister with the company's brand name printed on the side.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the shank of the rattle is too long and could get stuck in the mouth of children unable to sit up unaided.

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


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Electric fluffy balls

BRAND: Llinares

NAME: 1. Fluffy Ball 2. Flame ball

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. Ref 13246014 , 2. Ref 13246007


DESCRIPTION: Rubber toys in different shapes: sun, caterpillar, etc. Packed in a cardboard box containing 12 (Flame ball) and 24 (Fluffy ball) units, on which the name is marked. A label indicates the importer's details.


CHOKING, OTHER

The products pose a risk of choking because with use they can rapidly deteriorate leaving button batteries accessible which can be easily swallowed by small children.

The products pose an electro-chemical risk because the ingestion of the batteries can enact a short-circuit in the digestive system when they come into contact with liquids.

The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115.

Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.

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EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Doll with melody

BRAND: Shuyi Doll

NAME: My lovely baby

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 2026


DESCRIPTION: The products are two 55cm large toy dolls with soft stuffing. The head, hands and feet are made of plastic. They each have a melody unit with a battery compartment under the clothes. When the doll moves, a melody plays. One doll comes in a box and the other in transparent plastic packaging.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the battery compartment can easily open, and the batteries can be swallowed by small children.

The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive.

Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures,


EU/GREECE

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy stationery set

BRAND: BARBIE

NAME: Stationery set

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Series: fancy school, Item No.: 53788 (from invoice)

Batch number/Barcode: Bar code: 5201912531841

DESCRIPTION: Stationery set consisting of a pink eraser in a shape of a lipstick, a pink mechanical pencil, 3 decorative round shape stickers depicting flowers and a plastic purple case with pink, purple, orange and yellow plastic beads. All parts are decorated with pictures of Barbie. The set is packed in blister with a cardboard. The cardboard is multicolored and bears information about the Greek distributor, the CE mark, the pictogram indicating that it is unsuitable for use by children under the age of three years and the relative warning in English and Greek.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the eraser contains 28.5% by mass bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

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

Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures,

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll with pony

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Lovely girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 2015


DESCRIPTION: Toy set consisting of a doll and a pony made in soft plastic. The product is packed in a cardboard box with a transparent window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because:

- the plastic head of the doll contains 30-35 % by mass of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP). - the plastic horse contains 29-35 % by mass of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) and 0.21-0.22 % by mass of dibutyl phthalate (DBP). - the plastic arms and legs of the doll contain 10-11 % by mass of dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and 0.30-0.32 % by mass of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) .

In addition, the horse contains 0.22-0.23 % by mass of diisononyl phthalate (DINP) and the plastic arms and legs contain 5.9-6.3 % by mass of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP).



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EU/POLAND

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Doll set

BRAND: One Dollar Group

NAME: The Mini Mermaids

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Lot No. 11503


DESCRIPTION: The toy is a set of two dolls with pink mermaid tails. One is a Barbie-like doll and the other is a little girl doll. They both have long, pink hair. The dolls are packed in a blister attached to a cardboard back.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 28.1% by weight of di(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.


EU/POLAND

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Wind-up toy

BRAND: PIR

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CHT1151A12


DESCRIPTION: Wind-up, plastic, coloured figurine in the form of a turtle which moves on three wheels. The central part of the tortoise-shell is made of transparent material, into which is placed a ball, freely moving in a groove. The surface is covered with reflective foil and the winding knob is mounted on a metal rod. The product has an attached label bearing information about the producer details, age designation, CE marking and instructions.


CHOKING, INJURIES

The product poses a risk of choking because it can easily break releasing small parts (metal rod and knob) which could be swallowed by small children. In addition, the metal rod has sharp edges which may be accessible to children and could cause injuries.

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


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EU/GREECE

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Snorkelling Set

BRAND: SIM-SUB

NAME: Snorkelling Set

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 11552/B, Oasis Jr. Set PVC - BLUE - Clamshell


DESCRIPTION: Snorkelling set for children, consisting of a mask and blue coloured snorkel. The product is packed in a blister on cardboard. The front of the cardboard is light blue; it is decorated with the picture of two children snorkelling and bears the brand name and the information “Phthalate Free” and “Non Carcinogenic” in English and Turkish. The rear side bears information about the importer, manufacturer, country of origin, age restriction symbol, and instructions for use and warnings in various languages.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the mask contains up to 4.0% by mass of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the snorkel contains up to 0.9 % of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).



EU/GREECE

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy doll

BRAND: Baby little

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. 27002

Batch number/Barcode: 0 285554 000038

DESCRIPTION: Toy doll with fabric body and plastic legs, hands and head. Length 18 cm, width 6 cm. The right half of the body and the left arm are light blue and decorated with yellow and orange ducks and fruits. The left half of the body and the right arm are decorated with blue and white horizontal stripes. The doll has a yellow collar and long red hair. On the back of the doll there is a sewn label with the reference, barcode, CE marking, country of origin, warnings and importers' details in various languages. The doll is sold without packaging.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 26.4 % by mass of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).



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EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Activity toy

BRAND: Jiecheng Toys Factory

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: I-7937-2312


DESCRIPTION: Colourful plastic rolling toy in the form of rabbit that can be pulled with a short cord. On the rabbit's body and head there are slots into which can be inserted the plastic blocks of differents shapes that are attached to the toy. The product is packed in a plastic net.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because some parts of the toy (plastic blocks and ear of the rabbit) may easily break releasing small parts which could be swallowed by children. In addition, the product pose a risk of cuts due to the presence of sharp edges.




EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Party blowers

BRAND: Disney

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model Winnie the Pooh

BATCH NUMBER/BARCODE: 5201184094587

DESCRIPTION: Pack of six party blowers with a white nozzle and a violet paper roll. The packaging is a transparent plastic bag with a cardboard flap which contains information in several languages about warnings of use, age restriction symbol,CE marking, barcode, importer's details and country of origin.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (adhesive tape and paper roll with wire) can be detached from the product and may be get stucked in the mouth of children blocking the airways. Since the small part which becomes detached is not supposed to be put in the mouth but is rather a part further away from the mouth, the risk of obstruction of the respiratory tracts exists but the risk level is less than serious.



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USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

High-Powered Magnets distributed with Adobe ConnectTM “Effective Collaboration is Magnetic” Promotional Materials Package

UNITS: About 500

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves high-powered magnet sets distributed with Adobe “Effective Collaboration is Magnetic” promotional materials. The promotional materials were distributed in a green box with a black lid and contain 12 high-powered magnets which are magnetically affixed to a laminated green cardboard sheet. The spherical silver magnets are about 5 millimeter in diameter. The text “With Adobe Connect it all just clicks” is printed in a circular shape around the magnets.

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

When two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child’s intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received no reports of incidents or injuries. CPSC has received 80 reports of incidents involving ingestion of other high powered magnets, resulting in 79 reports seeking medical intervention.

Consumers should immediately stop using the magnets and either discard them or contact Adobe for instructions on returning the magnets.

AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—Happy Colour Supersoft “Baby” Musical Toy

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Battery-operated, musical giraffe-shaped toy


Item No. No. 2018


Unknown

SUPPLIER

Huanyu Australia Pty Ltd Trading As SJS HOMEWARE

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.sjshome.com.au

DEFECTS

The product fails to comply with the mandatory standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age because the batteries are accessible without the use of a tool, or two independent movements of the battery compartment lid.

HAZARDS

Children may gain access to the batteries, which are small parts, presenting a potential choking hazard.

Cease using the product immediately and contact Huanyu Australia Pty Ltd to arrange to receive a full refund or an exchange item of equivalent value.

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AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—“Pirates King Play” Bow and Arrows Play Set

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Black-coloured toy bow with 4 red and yellow suction-tipped toy darts


Item No. HY-4059

Barcode No. 9327686840593


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS

The product does not comply with mandatory standard (AS/NZS ISO 8124.1, as amended by the regulation for projectile toys), as it is not marked with the required warnings for projectile toys.

HAZARDS

Projectiles may be used improperly and may increase the risk of eye or facial injuries.


AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—Adventurer “Happy Drummer Cat” Musical Toy

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Battery-operated, blue and white-coloured cat with drum musical toy


No. 628


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


No picture available

DEFECTS


HAZARDS



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AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—Hua Cai “Cherubic Cetacean” Musical Whale Toy

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Battery-operated, orange-coloured whale musical toy with 2 play balls


Item No. B698A


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS


HAZARDS



AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—Dong Xin "Winnie the Pooh" Musical Toy

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Battery-operated, “Winnie The Pooh” and cart musical toy


Item No. A509


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS


HAZARDS




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AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—“Toys” Bow and Arrows Play Set

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Orange and grey-coloured toy bow with 4 different coloured suction-tipped toy darts


Item No. HY-4023

Barcode No. 9327686840234


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS


HAZARDS



AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—"Pirates” Bow and Arrows Game Set

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Gun-shaped toy bow with 3 suction-tipped toy darts


Item No. HY-4280

Barcode No. 9237686842803


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS


HAZARDS




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AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—“Water Bomb” Sling Shot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

“Y”-shaped sling shot toy with water bomb balloons


Item No. 4165

Barcode No. 9327686841651


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS


HAZARDS



AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—Foot Shaped Baby Rattle

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Baby toy rattle


Item No. 2008A-202.


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS

The plastic rattles have protrusions that exceed the permitted dimensions.

The item does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age (Australian Standard AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2003, as amended by the regulation).

HAZARDS

Rattles and teethers that are of a shape and size that can enter a child's throat may present a choking hazard.



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AUSTRALIA

SJS Homeware—Bottle Shaped Baby Rattle

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Bottle shaped baby rattle


Item No. 2008A-016


Unknown

SUPPLIER


SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE


DEFECTS

The plastic rattles have protrusions that exceed the permitted dimensions.

The item does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age (Australian Standard AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2003, as amended by the regulation).

HAZARDS

Rattles and teethers that are of a shape and size that can enter a child's throat may present a choking hazard.


EU/SLOVAKIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Scooter

BRAND: HUAN QIU

NAME: Rollerboard scooter

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO: 202400


DESCRIPTION: Children´s folding metallic scooter with adjustable height, equipped with a braking device on the rear wheel.The product is packed in a multi-coloured cardboard box.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the space between folding or sliding elements is not sufficient. If a child places his fingers in the space between the wheel and the fork they could become trapped. In addition, the scooter does not comply with the safety requirements on the mechanical properties. The diameter of the front wheel and of the handles are less than required.

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

Voluntary measures: Warning consumers of the risks,

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Fishpond—Nap Nanny and Chill Infant Recliners

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Nap Nanny Chill Portable Recliner - Minky Blue

Nap Nanny Chill Portable Recliner - Minky Pink

Nap Nanny Chill Portable Recliner - Minky Sage


0851433002488

0851433002471

0851433002648


www.fishpond.com.au

SUPPLIER

Baby Matters

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

www.fishpond.com.au

DEFECTS

The Nap Nanny Infant Recliners are being recalled since these baby recliners contain defects in the design, warning and instructions. Since 2010, there have been 5 deaths and over 70 reports of children injured by the product in the US.

HAZARDS

The defects pose a strangulation, entrapment and fall hazard to children. The product poses a substantial risk of injury and death to infants.

Cease using the product immediately and contact Fishpond to organise a full refund and return of the product.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/ITALY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair treatment products

BRAND: BioNaza Cosmetics

NAME: KeraVino – Premiere Brazilian Keratin System


Batch number/Barcode: 1. 5248700201 (236 ml) ,

2. 5248700213 (473 ml),

3. 5248700207 (976 ml)

DESCRIPTION: The product is sold in three formats: 1. plastic bottle with pump cap (236 ml); 2. plastic bottle with pump cap (473 ml); 3. plastic bottle with screw cap and brown label (976 ml).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Brazil

CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain 0.9% (Product 1.), 1.7% (Product 2.) and 1.5% (Product 3.) of free and liberated formaldehyde and 0.9% (Product 1.), 1.7% (Product 2.) and 1.6% (Product 3.) of free formaldehyde, above the permitted levels (0.2%).

The products do not comply with the Cosmetics Directive.


EU/ITALY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics



NAME: Diamond – Premiere Brazilian Keratin System


Batch number/Barcode: 1. 5248700224 (119 ml),

2. 5248700211 (236 ml),

3. 3600029145 (354 ml),

4. 5248700220 (946 ml)

DESCRIPTION: The product is sold in four formats: 1. plastic bottle with spray cap and black label (119 ml); 2. plastic bottle with pump cap (236 ml); 3. plastic bottle with pump cap (354 ml); 4. plastic bottle with screw cap and black label (946 ml).


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain 1.3% (Product 1. and 3.), 1.0% (Product 2. and 4.) of free and liberated formaldehyde, and 1.7% (Product 1.), 1.0% (Product 2. and 4.), 0.8% (Product 3.) free formaldehyde, above the permitted levels (0.2%).



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CATEGORY: Cosmetics



NAME: Choco Hair – Brazilian Keratin Chocolate



DESCRIPTION: The product is sold in four formats: 1. plastic screw-cap bottle, brown label, spray (119 ml); 2. plastic screw-cap bottle, brown label (473 ml); 3. plastic screw-cap bottle, brown label (946 ml).


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain 1.8% (Product 1. and 2.), 1.4% (Product 3.) of free and liberated formaldehyde and 1.7% (Product 1.), 1.4% (Product 2.) and 1.2% (Product 3.) of free formaldehyde, above the permitted levels (0.2%).



EU/ITALY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: PAZZINI Spazzola progressiva

NAME: Fluido Gel Extra



DESCRIPTION: Grey plastic bottle with screw cap (1 000 ml).


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 1.4% of free and liberated formaldehyde and 1.3 % of free formaldehyde, both above the permitted levels of 0.2%.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive.


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EU/ITALY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: Plastica Dos Fios

NAME: Selagem Termica



DESCRIPTION: Pink plastic bottle with a screw cap (1000 ml).


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 7.7% free and liberated formaldehyde and 7.4% free formaldehyde, above the permitted levels (0.2%).

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive.


EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Teeth whitening product

BRAND: Whitesmile

NAME: Home whitening 35% Carbamide Peroxide


Batch number/Barcode: Batch 12070

DESCRIPTION: Colourless teeth whitening gel with air bubbles. It has a light, fresh and aromatic fragrance. The composition shown on the packaging is 35% carbamide peroxide, and ~12.2% hydrogen peroxide.The product comes in a transparent plastic syringe with black application tip in white and blue collapsible box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 13,2 % of hydrogen peroxide, which exceeds the permitted level.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.


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EU/ITALY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair treatment product


NAME: KeraHair – Premiere Brazilian Keratin System


Batch number/Barcode: 1. 5248700202 (946 ml),

2. 5248700210 (473 ml),

3. 5248700201 (236 ml),

4. Unknown (119 ml)

DESCRIPTION: The product is sold in four formats: 1. plastic bottle with screw cap and blue label (946 ml); 2. plastic bottle with screw cap and blue label (473 ml); 3. plastic bottle with pump cap (236 ml); 4. plastic bottle with spray cap and blue label (119 ml).


CHEMICAL

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain 2.3% (Product 1.), 2.4% (Product 2.), 0.7% (Product 3.) and 2.6% (Product 4.) of free and liberated formaldehyde and 2.5% (Product 1. and 2.), 0.9% (Product 3.) and 2.5% (Product 4.) of free formaldehyde, above the permitted level (0.2%).



EU/BELGIUM

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hair dye

BRAND: Inecto

NAME: Superblack - guaranteed permanent hair colour creme - 28ml

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1/32633 BB 01 2015


DESCRIPTION: Black hair dye consisting of a 28 ml tube with hair colour creme and a 23 ml brown bottle with solution. The product, which is packed in a black cardboard box with white and pale orange lettering, includes plastic gloves and a leaflet with instructions in English, French and Portuguese.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: South Africa

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because, according to the label, it contains m-phenylenediamine which is classified as strongly sensitising, and must not be present in hair dyes.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.


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EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Chemical products

PRODUCT: Tattoo ink

BRAND: Electric Ink

NAME: 4011 Light Brown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 401130

Batch number/Barcode: Batch: 2161

DESCRIPTION: Opaque brown liquid in small brown bottle with colour printing.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains a concentration of 710 mg/kg of 3.3'-d-dichlorobenzidine (aromatic amine).

According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, aromatic amines such as 3.3'-d-dichlorobenzidine should not be present in tattoo ink.


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NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/BULGARIA

CATEGORY: Food-imitating products

PRODUCT: Aromatizer

BRAND: 1) Raggedy Ann∧ y, 2) Unknown

NAME: 1) Crystal Bead Air Freshener- Lucky lady Bug ; 2) Air freshener Classic Romantic

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1) Item № 8014 2) Unknown

Batch number/Barcode: 1) 850171003078,

2 ) 6932745789886

DESCRIPTION: 1. An aromatizer in transparent plastic packaging in the form of a ball, the content of which resembles small jelly sweets in terms of their colour, shape and size. The top of the plastic ball has a drawing of a ladybird. The product is available in various colours and it is packed in a cardboard box with indications such as warnings, barcode, and the producer details on the back.

2. An aromatizer in transparent plastic packaging in the form of a kitten, the content of which resembles small jelly sweets in terms of their colour, shape and size. The product is available in various colours and is packed in a cardboard box with indications such as warnings, barcode, and the producer details on the back.


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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COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD: HOUSEHOLD CARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

First One Australia—Sofix Parquet Floor Cleaner

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Floor cleaner


There are no identifying numbers. The products subject to the recall were imported in May 2012.


(1) BALGOWNIE MINI MART

Shop 133 Balgownie Road, Balgownie, NSW 2519

Selling period: June 15 2012

(2) TIEN DAT

Shop 5, 105 John Street, Cabramatta, NSW 2166

Selling period: July 19 2012

(3) NGOC AN

Shop F3 Koondoola Plaza, Koondoola, WA 6064

Selling period: July 20 2012

(4) THE VARIETY STORE

Shop 122 Addison Road, Marrickville, NSW 2204

Selling period: October 2 2012

(5) LINDA SANDY LE NIXED BUSINESS

Shop 5/130 Elizabeth Drive, Liverpool, NSW 2170

Selling period: December 14 2012

(6) FIRST CHOICE SUPERMARKETS ST JOHN PARK

Shop 11, 32 Canberra Street, St John Park, NSW 2176

Selling period: January 24 2013

SUPPLIER

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.Henkel.com

DEFECTS

Bacteria have been identified in the product, being one of the Pseudomonas type, the Enterobacter type or the Klebsiella type.

HAZARDS

There is a risk of infection in people who are immunocompromised if the product gets into an open wound or in the eye, ear or mouth.

The consumer should not use the product and should instead seal the bottle and store it in a safe place.

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