PRODUCT RECALLS...the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet are not included in the recall. IMPORTER Unknown MANUFACTURED IN: China HAZARD: The plastic cover on the charger’s exchangeable plugs

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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16 – 30 JUNE 2014

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 9

HARDGOODS Pages 10 to 22

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 23 to 39

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 40 to 45

SOFTLINES Pages 46 to 61

Audio Video and Household Appliances (9)

IT & Telecommunication (0)

Luminaires (3)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (2)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (10)

Sport & Leisure Goods (15)

Stationery and Office Supplies (0)

Textile and Clothing (26)

Shoes (3)

Bags and Accessories (1)

Jewelleries (0)

Toys (35)

Juvenile Products (0)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (15)

Household Care (0)

http://globalrecalls.oecd.org/

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Travel Charger Kits for Nokia Lumia 2520 Tablets

UNITS: About 500

DESCRIPTION

The recall includes the Travel Charger kit sold separately for the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet, also called the AC-300 charger accessory kit. The kit includes four different plugs for use in electrical outlets in the U.S., U.K., EU and Australia. The black plastic chargers measure about 2.75 inches high by 2.3 inches wide. U.S. chargers that were sold with the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet are not included in the recall.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD:

The plastic cover on the charger’s exchangeable plugs can come loose and separate, exposing internal components that pose an electrocution hazard if touched while the plug remains in a live socket.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Nokia for instructions on receiving a full refund from Verizon Wireless or a credit from AT&T for the travel chargers and both will provide a free replacement U.S.-only charger for their Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet.

EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Battery charger

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Li-ion Battery Universal Charger

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YCD-001

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Battery charger for charging Li-ion batteries with USB socket and with foldable mains connecting pins. A flat plug is included with the product. Technical parameters: Input: AC 100-240 V, 47-63 Hz; Output: 3,7 V/450 mA; USB: 5 V/500 mA. The product was sold without packaging

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The electrical insulation is not adequate. The pins of the plug adapter do not have an insulating sleeve. Single-pole insertion of the plug is possible leaving the free remaining live pin accessible.

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

Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/ITALY


PRODUCT: Portable radio

BRAND: Mipo

NAME: Music Player with Rechargeable Battery

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MP-017UAR


Description: Portable radio with an instruction manual and a mains cable. Supplied in a cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The electrical insulation is not adequate.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 600065.

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

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Personal Emergency Reporting System (PERS) Transmitters

UNITS: About 175,000 (an additional 48,000 previously recalled in December 2013)

DESCRIPTION

The recalled Linear PERS transmitters are components of Linear PERS or personal emergency solutions products and allow users to push a button on the transmitter to summon assistance. The transmitter may be worn as a pendant on a lanyard around the user's neck, on a band around the user's wrist or as a belt clip. The recall includes model numbers DXS-62A (black wristband and a gray pendant), DXS-62A1 (ivory plastic belt clip pendant) and DXS-64 (gray plastic pendant with a green circle in the center) which all have batteries that are sealed into the products. The manufactured date range of the recalled products is from June 2008 through April 2011 written as a date code. For example the date code MD1105 represents YYMM format or a manufacture date of May 2011. The date code, model number, Linear LLC and other information are found on the back of the transmitter.

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

The batteries used in the transmitters can fail to emit a low battery warning leading the user to believe the transmitter is functioning and not generate a warning.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Linear received one report of a transmitter that failed to operate. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately contact Linear to receive a new replacement transmitter at no cost.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/CYPRUS


PRODUCT: Electric coffee-maker

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Electric Cordless Coffee Maker

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown

Batch number/Barcode: 5292076001066; lot No.: PT - 2013/8

DESCRIPTION: The product consists of two parts: a metallic, open coffee pot with a handle on the side and a metallic base with a plug and cord on the side. Supplied in a cardboard box.


BURNS

In the event that the product is operated beyond a certain time, the pot could overflow when it is lifted from the base. There is consequently a risk that the user may be scalded.


Compulsory measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Machinery

PRODUCT: Poultry plucking machine

BRAND: Fringo

NAME: Geflügelrupfmaschine RF-169 / Plucking Fingers RF-169

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RF 169


DESCRIPTION: Machine for plucking feathers from poultry.


ELECTRIC SHOCK, INJURIES

The cables or single wires can detach from the cable clamp by mechanical stress such as vibration of the machine. Thus, electrical voltage can appear on parts of the machine or its covering causing a fatal electric shock if somebody should touch them.

Movable transmission parts can be touched through the feather chute at the side of the machine and from underneath the machine. The machine does not stop when the flap is open and therefore parts of the body of the user may come into contact with rotating machine parts causing injuries.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and with the relevant European standards EN 60204, EN 60352, EN 60034.

Compulsory measures: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Recall of the product from end users.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Digital Electric Piano

UNITS: About 640

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Roland model RD-800 Electronic Digital Pianos. The recalled product is an electronic piano keyboard that is 55 inches wide, 14.5 inches deep and 5.5 inches high. It is black and has 88 black and white keys. The front of the piano has a control panel with a color liquid crystal display (LCD) in the center.

IMPORTER

Roland Corporation U.S., of Los Angeles

MANUFACTURED IN: Japan and Indonesia

HAZARD:

The AC power cord can be connected to the XLR output jacks, posing an electrical shock hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Roland received one report of a consumer connecting the power cord to an XLR output jack. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the pianos, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and the piano and contact Roland U.S. for a free repair kit or to locate an authorized dealer or service center to have the repair kit installed free of charge.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Trane XB300 and American Standard Silver SI Air Conditioning Systems

UNITS: About 100,600

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves 37 models of Trane XB300 and American Standard brand Silver SI split system outdoor cooling units. The units are gray and have a black grated front. The units were sold in two sizes: 25.5 inches deep by 23.5 inches wide by 28.83 inches tall and 28.83 inches deep by 28.48 inches wide by 29.28 inches tall. The Trane or American Standard logo is affixed to the front and model numbers are printed on the silver nameplate on the back of the unit.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: Mexico

HAZARD:

The ground screws used in some units do not have the two threads required to provide sufficient grounding, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

None reported.

Consumers should immediately turn off the cooling unit via the main breaker switch and check the model information. Consumers with recalled air conditioning systems should contact Trane or their installer or service dealer for instructions on scheduling a free inspection and repair.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

ALDI—Kuchef Thermo Cook

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Multifunctional cooker- food processor with cooking functionality

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Item Code (PLU): 44277

Model Number: EC-TC-01

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

ALDI Stores

SUPPLIER

Euro Centra (Australia) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

No

DEFECTS

If overloaded, the product may restart at a higher speed potentially causing hot food to be ejected.

HAZARDS

Splashing hot food causes the risk of burns.

Immediately cease use and organise a replacement unit by contacting Euro Centra on 1800 269 981 (toll free) or by email

[email protected].

mailto:[email protected]





E&E: LUMINAIRES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Night light

BRAND: O2XALED

NAME: Quitamiedos, veilleuse

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. PF/I DS 13-004

Batch number/Barcode: 8421790023635

DESCRIPTION: Night light in the shape of a toadstool in a blister pack. The front indicates, inter alia, that it is an LED night light with an integrated light sensor.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the night light's shape is such that it could be regarded as a toy by a child. The base and cover can easily be separated and live parts are accessible if the night light cover is removed.

The product does not comply with the Low-Voltage Electrical Equipment Directive and Standard EN 60598-2-12.


EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Mini outdoor spotlights

BRAND: Easy Connect

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 65060


DESCRIPTION: Mini spotlights made from aluminium – 230V – 50Hz – Max 35W – Class II – IP67.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The protection against the penetration of water is not adequate. Water may come into contact with live parts.


Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.


E&E: LUMINAIRES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

26-inch Table Lamp

UNITS: About 730

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves 26-inch table lamps. The lamp has a 16-inch tall, rectangular shade and a square dark wood and mirror base with a mirrored circle pattern on the front. A silver on/off dial is on the lower front of the lamp’s base. A label on the underside of the lamp base has “NOVA, Item Number 1010154 and UL E312412.” The description on the customer sales invoice reads, “26” TBL LAMP-MIRROR CIRCLE.”

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

Improper wiring can pose shock and fire hazards to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received three reports of the power dial switch on the lamp causing a short to the ground wire or popping a circuit breaker. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamps and return the lamp to the nearest Value City Furniture or American Signature Furniture store for a full refund or store credit equal to their purchase price. American Signature is contacting all known consumers directly.


E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Mains extension lead

BRAND: Kyowa

NAME: Asli Tembaga

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 5D05K (on the product), 3M-5 (on the packaging)


DESCRIPTION: White cord extension set for 5 plugs, with earth contact, with a switch and a 2,57 m cable. Packaging: transparent plastic bag with label.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The distance between the side earth contacts is too large. There is no earth wire in the cable between the sockets and the plug, the continuity of the earth contact is not provided. The wire ends of the cable are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard IEC 60884.


Recall of the product from end users.


HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Laser pointers

PRODUCT: Laser pointer

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: 2in1 Laser & LED Light

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: kj275

Batch number/Barcode: 8 123456 782756

DESCRIPTION: Laser pointer with 1 LED light and key chain, powered by 3 button cells. The product is available in different colours. Collective packaging.


DAMAGE TO SIGHT

The laser class is higher than class 2M and the laser radiation could cause damage to sight.


AUSTRALIA

Chief Industrial Ladders—Chief Fibreglass Dual Purpose Ladder

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Fibreglass Dual Purpose Ladder


FA61-205, FA61-206, FA61-207; Batch 6/13


Air Conditioning Direct Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER

Chief Industrial Ladders

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://chiefladders.com.au

DEFECTS

There is a possibility that the hinge bolt on the ladder is faulty.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs this presents a potential fall hazard to the user.

Consumers should contact Chief Industrial Ladders to arrange for replacement nut and bolts to be issued for the ladder. Consumers should immediately refrain from using the ladder until the replacement nuts and bolts have been received and installed.

http://chiefladders.com.au


HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/CYPRUS

CATEGORY: Lighters

PRODUCT: Lighter

BRAND: Happycasa

NAME: Krazy Kar - Fly With Me

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ART: 557601


DESCRIPTION: Blue, super-sized XL lighter, approx 190mm long, decorated with pictures of a car and motorbikes.


BURNS, FIRE

The product is a novelty lighter. It is therefore possible that a child will play with it and suffer burns due to the flame or cause a fire.

The product does not comply with Commission Decision 2006/502 EC prohibiting the placing on the market of novelty lighters and with the relevant European standard EN 13869.


EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Lighters

PRODUCT: Lighter

BRAND: DonGri

NAME: Classic Lighter



DESCRIPTION: Lighters in yellow, green, fuchsia, black and red colours. Supplied in a cardboard display package (25 pcs).


BURNS, INJURIES

The lighter does not have a child resistance mechanism. It is therefore possible that a child will play with it and suffer burns due to the flame or cause a fire.

The product does not comply with Commission Decision 2006/502 EC and with the relevant European standard EN 13869.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Sun-lounger

BRAND: Rubino

NAME: Rubino Bianco

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Rubino Bianco

Batch number/Barcode: EAN 8009271997004

DESCRIPTION: Plastic, foldable sun-lounger adjusted by moving pins into grooves. The backrest of the sun-lounger can be adjusted into 4 positions using locks under the armrests. At the bottom of the sun-lounger, a pair of legs can be opened out to support the feet.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy

INJURIES, ENTRAPMENT

The product poses a risk of injuries and entrapment because, when adjusting the position of the chair, there are gaps and holes accessible and the fingers of the user could be entrapped.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standards EN 581-1 and EN 581-2.


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Wine Access System

UNITS: About 65,000 in the U.S. and about 640 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves all Coravin™ 1000 Wine Access Systems. The system uses a hollow needle to penetrate a wine bottle cork and allow wine to be dispensed without removing the cork. The system is about nine inches tall and has a silver-colored, metallic tubular body with a detachable black plastic capsule cup attached to the bottom and trigger on the top. A black metal handle is attached at the top of the tube and a black metal, moveable bottle clamp is attached to the front side of the tube. A long, metallic needle protrudes from the underside of the handle. The Coravin name and logo appear on the front side of the tube. The system comes with a silver-colored storage base and two argon gas capsules.

IMPORTER

Coravin Inc., of Burlington, Mass.


HAZARD:

The system can cause wine bottles to break during pressurization, posing a risk of lacerations.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Coravin has received 13 reports of bottles breaking, including one in which a bottle burst into four pieces and resulted in an injury involving two chipped teeth and a laceration that required stitches, four in which the bottles cracked and leaked, and eight in which bottles broke into two pieces.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wine access system and contact Coravin for a free repair kit that includes a neoprene wine bottle sleeve to contain broken glass when a bottle breaks and updated instructions and warnings. The wine access system should not be used on wine bottles with damages or flaws.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Construction products

PRODUCT: Carbon monoxide detector

BRAND: Nexa

NAME: Carbon monoxide alarm

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: JB-C01 Art. nr: 13821

Batch number/Barcode: 7 330545 138214

DESCRIPTION: Battery-operated carbon monoxide detector.


ASPHYXIATION

The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291.

Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.


EU/CYPRUS CATEGORY: Lighters

PRODUCT: Lighter

BRAND: Happycasa

NAME: Krazy Kar - Caribbean Pirates



DESCRIPTION: Medium-sized lighter, red in colour with a picture of a car. The lighter's length is approx 120 mm. The product has an LED light which is operated by pressing a red button located near the ignition button of the lighter.


BURNS, FIRE

The product is a novelty lighter. It is therefore possible that a child will play with it and suffer burns due to the flame or cause a fire.

The product does not comply with Commission Decision 2006/502 EC prohibiting the placing on the market of novelty lighters and with the relevant European standard EN 13869.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Brooks Furniture Glider Rockers

UNITS: About 350

DESCRIPTION

The recall includes two styles of Brooks Furniture glider rockers 1529P and 1529V-LM. The 1529P glider rocker has a maple wood frame with blue fabric upholstery. The 1529V-LM glider rocker has a maple wood frame with beige vinyl upholstery and a locking mechanism to disengage the glider. Both recalled chairs have the style number and manufacture date between 1/1/2011 and 12/31/2012 printed under the chair’s seat. Brooks Furniture is printed on a label attached to the seat cushions.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: USA

HAZARD:

The spindles in the glider base can separate while rocking, posing a fall hazard to the user.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received 29 reports of the chair’s spindles separating or loosening on the base of the glider rockers. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the glider rocker and contact Brooks Furniture to receive a free replacement base.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Napoleon GD3200-P and GD3200B-P Propane Gas Fireplaces

UNITS: About 600 units in the United States and 2,400 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves the GD3200-P flush glass front and GD3200B-P with a bay window, propane gas fireplaces. The fireplaces are black and approximately 33 inches tall and 31.25 inches wide with gold accent designs on the top and bottom of the outside of the product. The model number GD3200-P and GD3200B-P can be found in the center of the rating label. The rating label is located on the base of the fireplace behind the lower louvered access door.

IMPORTER

Unknown

MANUFACTURED IN: Canada

HAZARD:

The pressure from the ignition of the propane gas can cause the glass front to break, posing a laceration hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Wolf Steel has received one incident report occurring in Canada where the glass shattered resulting in cuts to the face and neck that required medical attention. No incidents were reported in the US.

Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their local Napoleon Fireplace Hearth Dealer to arrange a service call to have a free upgrade kit installed on their fireplace. The upgrade kit must be installed by a qualified gas appliance technician.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories

PRODUCT: Thermos flask

BRAND: HOMENAJE - Menaje y accesorios

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref. 44808


DESCRIPTION: Red thermos flask of 0.45l with internal glass flask and a plastic outer shell, supplied without packaging.


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. If it breaks, toxic dust containing asbestos fibres is released and can be inhaled.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.


AUSTRALIA

kikki.K Pty Ltd—Under The Sea 5 Piece Table Set

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1x Melamine bowl

1x Melamine plate

1x Melamine cup

1x Melamine spoon

1x Melamine fork


10579201


kikki.K Stores (including David Jones concessions) and kikki.K website

SUPPLIER

kikki.K Pty Ltd ACN 092 563 249

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.kikki-k.com

DEFECTS

The melamine fork in the set can break when force is applied to the teeth of the fork. This can occur by either dropping the fork from height onto hard flooring or by applying hard pressure to the middle teeth of the fork.

HAZARDS

It’s a possibility that the defect may result in one or both of the middle teeth of the fork breaking off when sideways force is applied, which could result in a choking hazard for children.

Cease using the fork immediately and return just the fork to the closest kikki.K store for a full refund of the entire product or contact our customer service team if they would like to return it by post, free of charge. A gift card for $20.00 will be given to customers once the stock is returned. For further information, customers should contact kikki.K’s customer service team on +61 3 9645 6346 or info@kikki-

k.com.

http://www.kikki-k.com






HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/THE NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Pyrotechnic articles

PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Adrenaline

NAME: 9 schots cake


Batch number/Barcode: 43F132/066/13

DESCRIPTION: Fireworks: 9 shot battery.


BURNS, INJURIES

The firework can burst too close to the ground (at a height below 8 m) with the risk that people nearby can be hit by parts of the firework, causing burns or injuries.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947-5.


EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Masterline

NAME: Falcon

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RVW316


DESCRIPTION: Fireworks: combination of mines and battery, 25 shots.


BURNS, INJURIES




EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Rubro

NAME: Het Gouden Licht

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: RVW460


DESCRIPTION: Fireworks: battery 29 shots.


BURNS, INJURIES






NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Professional series

NAME: Mammoth

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: DC195


DESCRIPTION: Foreworks: battery 36 shots.


BURNS, INJURIES




EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Grand Prix

NAME: Burst Blow

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LE761




BURNS, INJURIES

The stability during functioning is insufficient.The firework can burst too close to the ground (at a height below 8 m) with the risk that people nearby can be hit by parts of the firework, causing burns or injuries.



EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Grand Prix

NAME: Crackling Chicane

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: E761




BURNS, INJURIES,

DAMAGE TO HEARING,

The stability during functioning is insufficient and leads to burning parts, as a result, the user may get injured or burnt. Furthermore, the product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound level is too high.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/NORWAY CATEGORY: Pyrotechnic articles

PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Svea Fyrverkerier AS

NAME: Gold Bar

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art No 237


DESCRIPTION: Battery cat. 2, 143 g, 20 shots.


DAMAGE TO HEARING,

INJURIES

The sound level is too high and this can cause damage to hearing. The product explodes at too low height and this can cause injuries.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Canister shell fireworks kits

UNITS: About 4,500 kits

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Contraband 24 fireworks kits with canister shells and firing tubes that are designed to be used multiple times. Shells are put into each tube one by one and lit. The shells are about 1 ¼ inches in diameter. The tubes in some kits may be too narrow and not allow the shell to drop to the bottom of the tube when loaded. When fired, the shell can blow a hole in the tube. Each kit contains 24 60-gram shells with fuses attached and four fiberglass firing tubes with wooden bases. The kit came in a brown cardboard box about 28 inches tall, 9 inches wide and about 5 inches deep. The front of the box has the words “Contraband 24,” “24 Cannister Shells,” “Maximum Powder Load” printed in black and red. The front also has a warning stating the product should only be used under close adult supervision and outdoors. Model number JP-933 is printed on the left front of the box above the warning. The back of the box has color photos and descriptions the effect each shell should create.

IMPORTER

Winco Fireworks International LLC, of Prairie Village, Kan.


HAZARD:

The shell can blow up in the tube during firing, posing impact and burn hazards to the user and bystanders.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

The firm has received two reports of the firing tubes being too narrow, including one report of a shell blowing up in a tube and causing minor burns and cuts to the legs of a store employee.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks kits and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Next Generation Fireworks

NAME: Die Hard


Batch number/Barcode: 43/F555/162/13

DESCRIPTION: Battery 7 Shots.


BURNS, INJURIES, CUTS

Due to the incomplete functioning of some of the units there is a risk of accidental explosion. The user may be unprepared for explosion and, as a result, may get injured or burnt. The product poses a risk of cuts as debris from the fireworks can be projected laterally.



EU/THE NETHERLANDS


PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Next Generation

NAME: Fight Club


Batch number/Barcode: 43/F555/162/13



BURNS, INJURIES

Due to the incomplete functioning of some of the units there is a risk of accidental explosion. The user may be unprepared for explosion and, as a result, may get injured or burnt.



EU/NORWAY CATEGORY: Pyrotechnic articles

PRODUCT: Fireworks

BRAND: Svea Fyrverkerier AS

Name: Fire Fly II

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art no: 342,

43F435/367/12


DESCRIPTION: Battery cat. 2, 115g, 12 shots.


BURNS, INJURIES,

DAMAGE TO HEARING

The sound level is too high and this can cause damage to hearing. The product explodes at too low height and this can cause injuries.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

SR Suntour forks on model year 2011 through 2013 Scott and Trek bicycles

UNITS: About 5,200 forks on Scott bicycles and about 120,000 forks on Trek bicycles

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves SR Suntour front forks on 13 models of Scott and 11 models of Trek 2011, 2012 and 2013 bicycles.

Recalled Scott bicycles have 700c wheels, disc brakes and one of the following Suntour front fork models: NEX or NCX. Bicycle model names and numbers are on the main frame of each bicycle in a location that varies by model. The model year can be identified by the color scheme of the bicycle frame. The fork’s model name is printed on the outer sides of the fork.

IMPORTER

Scott USA Inc. of Ketchum, Idaho and Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis.

MANUFACTURED IN: China and Taiwan

HAZARD:

The front fork can break, posing a crash hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Scott has received one report of a broken SR Suntour fork. No injuries were reported. Trek has received 28 reports of broken forks. Five injuries have been reported, including minor bruises, a separated shoulder and broken bones.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles. Consumers with recalled Scott bicycles should take them to an authorized Scott dealer for a free repair of the NEX model or a free replacement lower fork for the NCX model. Consumers with recalled Trek bicycles should take them to an authorized Trek dealer for a free repair of NEX, XCM and XCT models or a free replacement of the NRX model.

AUSTRALIA

Scott Sports SA—SR Suntour NEX and SR Suntour NCX Suspension Forks On Scott "Sportster" Bicycles

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Scott Sports SA—SR Suntour NEX and SR Suntour NCX Suspension Forks On Scott "Sportster" Bicycles.


Please see attached document for details of specific models.


Bicycle stores throughout Australia

SUPPLIER

ISheppard Cycles Australia

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.scott-sports.com

DEFECTS

The dropouts on the suspension fork can break.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs during use the rider may lose control of the bicycle, potentially resulting in a serious fall injury.

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycle with affected forks. They are asked to return their bicycles to any official SCOTT dealer.

Remedy:

NCX: The dealer will exchange the lower end of the SR Suntour NCX fork.

NEX: The dealer will exchange the quick release of the front fork and also add a washer between the fork and the quick release.

The above mentioned actions will be done at no costs for consumers.

For further information, please visit www.scott-sports.com and access safety and recalls, email SCOTT at [email protected] or call 0800 999 499

http://www.scott-sports.com



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Tern Folding Bicycles

UNITS: 650 in the U.S. and about 20 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

The recall involves Link Uno, Link D7i, Link D8, Link P9, Link P7i, and Link P24h models of Tern brand adult folding bikes. These six models were sold in black/blue, black/green, black/grey, black/red dark grey/light grey, grey/orange and white/pink color combinations. “Tern” is printed on the front end of the top tube and on other portions of the frame. The model name is printed on the middle of the top tube. Recalled bicycles have a 10-character alphanumeric serial number that begin with either AI1133 through AI1137 or AI1151 through AI1213 stamped on the bottom bracket shell of the bike. An alphanumeric service tag number is located on the front of the seat tube and this number can be used to determine if the bicycle is affected by going to the firm’s website.

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

The bike’s frame can crack at the hinge on the top tube, posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

No incidents or injuries reported in the U.S. The firm has received 11 reports of the bicycle frames cracking including five reports of minor scrapes and bruises from outside of the U.S.

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and contact Stile Products or take the bike to an authorized dealer. Consumers will receive a free replacement frame and have it installed at no cost or they can upgrade their bike to one of three designated models at an additional cost.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd —SR Suntour Suspension Fork, model NRX (IS mount only) and SR Suntour Suspension Fork, model XCM (29”), XCT (29”) or NEX (700c).

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Bicycle suspension fork that may have been installed on the Trek bicycles identified below.


SR Suntour NRX (IS mount only) and SR Suntour XCM (29”), XCT (29”) or NEX (700c) suspension forks installed on the following Trek bicycles:

Model year 2011: Montare, Utopia, Wahoo, Marlin and Marlin SS

Model year 2012: 8.3 DS, 8.4 DS, 8.5 DS, Marlin, Marlin SS, Neko SL and Wahoo

Model year 2013: 8.3 DS, 8.4 DS, 8.5 DS, 8.6 DS, Cali, Marlin, Neko SL and Wahoo


Trek retailers

SUPPLIER

Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/

DEFECTS

The dropouts on the suspension fork can break.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs during use the rider may lose control of the bicycle, potentially resulting in a serious fall injury.

Consumers with the affected Trek model bicycles listed above should stop using their bicycle and take it to a Trek retailer for inspection and repair immediately. For bicycles fitted with an affected NRX (IS mount only) fork, consumers will receive a replacement RST Vita fork. For bicycles fitted with an affected XCM (29”), XCT (29”) or NEX (700c) fork, consumers will receive a special quick release and washer to replace the original quick release.

http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/


TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY

CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products– May 16 - 31- 2014 has been permanently removed following a new legal assessment by the notifying authorities.

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Remote-controlled toy car

BRAND: Tchibo

NAME: Stunt Car

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Stunt car

Batch number/Barcode: 300135 / 4006083001350

DESCRIPTION: Radio-controlled toy car made of coloured plastic with transparent plastic tyres. Packaged in a box with a viewing window.


ENVIRONMENT

This product poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the car tyres contain short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) above the permitted levels (measured value: up to 5%). The product does not comply with the Commission Regulation 519/2012 on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).

Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/GERMANY

CORRIGENDUM

Notification below from the PRODUCT RECALLS- Consumer Products– May 16 - 31- 2014 has been revised.

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy car

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Police Car

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 050AB-4


DESCRIPTION: Remote-controlled toy car made of coloured plastic with black plastic tyres. Packaged in a cardboard box with a window.


CHEMICAL, ENVIRONMENT

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), including benzo(a)pyrene, above the permitted levels (measured values: benzo(a)pyrene: 37 mg/kg; total PAHs: 874.5 mg/kg).

The product also poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the tyres of the toy car contain short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) above the permitted levels (measured value: 0.34%).

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the Commission Regulation 519/2012 on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).


http://newwebforms.sgs.com/v4/corp/safeguards/pdf/SGS-CTS-Product-recalls-Consumer-products-EN-16-31-May-14.pdf










NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy trumpet with flag

BRAND: ELEIVEN

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 19988 and 19987

Batch number/Barcode: 8643568199889 and 8643568199872

DESCRIPTION: Plastic trumpet with a cord to which a Spanish flag is attached. No packaging. A label attached by a plastic tie.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because it contains a small part (the mouthpiece) which can easily detach and be swallowed by small children.

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


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy medical instrument set

BRAND: Likable Toy

NAME: Mini Medical Play Set Beauty Toy

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: model 103, ref. DH 73, cODE 90765


DESCRIPTION: Set of various doctor's accessories, including a stethoscope. The packaging is a cardboard box with window. Adhering to the packaging is a label bearing the following information: CE, bar code, age recommendation symbol, etc.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 3.02 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and up to 0.75 % by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP). 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.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Bow and arrows set

BRAND: La gran Familia

NAME: Bow and arrows - super shoot game

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1) GF78179 2) GF78180

Batch number/Barcode: 1) 8433760781797 2) 8433760781803

DESCRIPTION: Two types of bow with four suction-cup arrows.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP): 3.4 % by weight in product 1) and 6.94% by weight in product 2); and it contains DBP (dibutyl phthalate): 7.1 % in product 1) and 1.52% in product 2). In addition, the product contains the phthalates DINP (di-isononyl phthalate): 7.0% in product 1) and 2.60% in product 2).

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/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic toy set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Horse and Girl



DESCRIPTION: Plastic toy horse made of white hard plastic, decorated with red hearts, long mane and tail of a synthetic fibre. In the box there is a hair brush. Packaged in a cardboard-plastic box.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 24.7% 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.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Police play-set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Special POLICE play set



DESCRIPTION: Hard plastic police play set consisting of a small black gun with a spring-loaded ejector, nine black arrows with orange suction cups at the end and a target on the packaging carton.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the suction cups can easily detach and be swallowed by children.



EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plasticine

BRAND: Pampy

NAME: Plastilina

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ref. 315794


DESCRIPTION: Plasticine in different colours. Transparent plastic packaging with red designs: a star, a moon, a tree, a flower, a small animal, etc.


MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because it is contaminated by an excessive amount of pathogenic micro organisms such as pseudomonas aeruginosa, aerobic mesophilic microorganisms (measured value: 1.9 x 104 cfu/ml) and aerobic mesophile yeast and moulds (measured value: 3.0 x 103 cfu/g). Children may come into contact with the contaminated plasticine through ingestion, inhalation or contact with the skin, which could cause an infection.

The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Remote-controlled toy car

BRAND: Jin Dan

NAME: Car Rodeo

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TAY05110


DESCRIPTION: Remote-controlled toy car made of coloured plastic with transparent plastic tyres. Packaged in a cardboard box with a window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the tyres of the toy contain di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), di-isononyl phthalate (DINP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) above the permitted levels (measured values: DEHP: 3.3%; DINP 4%; DBP: 38%).

In addition, the tyres contain di-isobutyl phatalate (DIBP) above the permitted level (DIBP 1.3%).



Destruction of the product.

EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Children fancy dress set

BRAND: Rubie‘s

NAME: Nordic Warrior

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Rubie's Horrorland No 883914. Lot #16004 FTY #810.


DESCRIPTION: Fancy dress set including a suit of armour and plastic/foam armaments and black fabric at the back, a plastic mask, and a belt made of plastic and fabric.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic mask contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted level (measured value: 2.7%).





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/THE NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Wind-up toy

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Wind Up Toy

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No: 0908


DESCRIPTION: Wind up toy. Cardboard packaging with a transparent window that shows the product.


CHOKING

Small parts can detach from the toy which a child could choke on.



EU/THE NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy car

BRAND: Lena Spielwaren

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: #01224


DESCRIPTION: Plastic toy car in a mesh bag.


CHOKING




EU/THE NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Push along toy

BRAND: Happy World

NAME: Wooden Rolling Stick


Batch number/Barcode: 13-009; ean: 8711866 221936

DESCRIPTION: Push along toy with an attached label. Six different models under the same type number 22193.


CHOKING

Parts of the toy can be easily detached. A child can put them into the mouth and choke.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Magnetic toy

BRAND: MAGNASTIX

NAME: 60 pcs Magnet&Ball Set

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO.:MT01301


DESCRIPTION: Magnetic construction toy in flexible plastic packaging with foam backing, placed in a cardboard box and covered with plastic film. Measurements: 265 x 175 x 50 mm.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because the magnets have a high magnetic flux value and if more than one small magnet is swallowed they can be attracted to one another through the gut wall, causing perforation or blockage. One accident reported.

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


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: MAGNASTIX

NAME: 88pcs play Magnet&Ball

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ITEM NO.:MT01302


DESCRIPTION: Magnetic construction toy in flexible plastic packaging with foam backing, placed in a cardboard box and covered with plastic film.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because the magnets have a high magnetic flux value and if more than one small magnet is swallowed they can be attracted to one another through the gut wall, causing perforation or blockage. One accident reported.



EU/THE NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy crane

BRAND: Free and Easy

NAME: Auto

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 189927 / S34


DESCRIPTION: Plastic toy crane. Cardboard packaging with a transparent window.


CHOKING






NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy with sweets

BRAND: Sweet manja

NAME: Sweet doll


Batch number/Barcode: Bar code: 6920101160851

DESCRIPTION: A toy doll and coloured sweets inside a hard, transparent, pink plastic egg. It is mentioned that it is not suitable for children under 3 years of age.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hong Kong

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted level (measured value up to 32.1 % by weight). 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/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Dartboard with magnetic darts

BRAND: Leiva juegos

NAME: Shoot game



DESCRIPTION: Dartboard with two magnetic darts in a blister packaging.


INJURIES

The toy contains magnets with a high magnetic flux index that can easily be detached and may cause damage to internal organs if swallowed.

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




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Supermag

NAME: Tricycle+Driver



DESCRIPTION: Magnetic toy in cardboard box covered with plastic film.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because the magnets have a high magnetic flux value and if more than one small magnet is swallowed they can be attracted to one another through the gut wall, causing perforation or blockage.


One accident reported.


EU/SWEDEN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rattle

BRAND: Bontempi

NAME: Maracas - Toy band

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: MR 1942.2

Batch number/Barcode: LOT no 5 08 P / 047663065038

DESCRIPTION: A pair of red plastic maracas. The package is marked on the front with "Toy band", "Play" and "Maracas". Age mark 3+. On the back there are warnings in several languages, the CE mark and pictograms. Weight approx. 43.5 grams.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because the handle of the rattle is too long and if put into the child's mouth it may get stuck and obstruct the airways. The handle could also trigger a vomiting reaction causing the child to choke.

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




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SWEDEN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Rattle

BRAND: Magtoys

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Green and blue wooden rattle shaped as clackers with a floral motif. The rattle is approx. 23 cm long.


CHOKING

The handle of the rattle is too long: children may put it in the mouth where it may get stuck and obstruct the airways.


Voluntary measures: Other.

EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll

BRAND: Navi Stars

NAME: Beautiful Fashion

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No: F 150


DESCRIPTION: Dolls with PVC arms and legs, packed in a coloured cardboard box with a transparent window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the hands and legs of the dolls contain 4.1% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 6.8% by weight of di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP).





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Cute girl



DESCRIPTION: Doll with PVC head and hands, packed in a coloured box with transparent panel.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the hands and the head of the doll contain 5.8 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.7 % by weight of di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Push-along toy

BRAND: La Gran Familia

NAME: Western Rider

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: GF78229


DESCRIPTION: Push-along toy with horse and jockey. It consists of a brown horse with a yellow saddle and a jockey with black clothes a hat and a mask. The packaging also contains the unassembled handle used to push the toy.


CHOKING

The arms of the jockey can easily break, generating small parts which could be swallowed by small children, who may choke on them.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy xylophone

BRAND: Zhibaole Toys

NAME: Music Zone

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref 0909 ,

No. 938869


DESCRIPTION: Toy xylophone in the form of a guitar with coloured plastic keys. The product is supplied in a blister pack.


CHOKING

The small screws of the xylophone can easily detach: small children may put them in the mouth and choke on them.



EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Fancy-dress costume

BRAND: Lucida Costumes and Accessories

Name: Kitty

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 82363 (22516)


DESCRIPTION: Cat fancy-dress costume which includes a black, polyester jumpsuit and a headpiece (cat ears) with fur-like decoration. The product is supplied in a transparent plastic bag.


BURNS

The product poses a risk of burns due to the high flammability of the headpiece.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Anlily

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LH011


DESCRIPTION: A plastic doll in a cardboard - plastic packaging.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 32.2 % 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/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic rattle

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Toys



DESCRIPTION: Babies' rattle consisting of coloured plastic toys on an elastic cord, including three animal figures and four oval eggs with a rattling element inside and two hooks. Toy weight: 39g. Dimensions: 364x80x35 mm.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because some elements break easily (oval egg) releasing small parts (metal ball) which can be swallowed by small children.

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




NOTIFYING COUNTRY



PRODUCT: Pull- along toy helicopter

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No:888


DESCRIPTION: A yellow and red toy helicopter on three wheels in the form of a fish made from hard plastic. By pulling the automatically shrinkable cord, the helicopter moves and the propeller spins. Wheel axles, propeller and fasteners (screws) are made of metal. There are colourful stickers in a plastic wrap. Toy weight: 53 grams. Dimensions: 210x80x110 mm.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (cup-shaped part attached to the cord, wheels, stickers, plastic film) can be easily detached and could be swallowed by small children.

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


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: Sport

NAME: Lovely toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 6633


DESCRIPTION: The doll is packed in cardboard and plastic packaging on which it is mentioned that the product is not suitable for children under 3.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains (bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the permitted levels (measured values: 14.5% DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or the childcare article can be placed in the mouth by children.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY



PRODUCT: Plastic toy car

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NO. 2038


DESCRIPTION: Four-wheeled, hard plastic, toy truck. On the roof is a hard plastic, decorative sports cap. At the back of the truck there is a transparent plastic box filled with foam beads. The packaging indicates that the toy is not suitable for children under 3 years of age.


CHOKING

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



EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Pull-along toy car

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Toys

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 688


DESCRIPTION: Hard plastic toy police car in a variety of colours. The roof of the car is equipped with a blue-red beacon. Pulling the shrinkable cord makes the car move and emit sounds from the built-in siren. The wheels, fasteners (screws) and bell/horn are in metal. There are colourful stickers with plastic wrap. Toy weight: 61 gr. Dimensions: 155x95x95 mm.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (piece of plastic, film and labels) can be easily detached and could be swallowed by small children. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY



PRODUCT: Plastic toy set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Wind-up Swimming



DESCRIPTION: Hard plastic, colourful toys with a wind-up mechanism. Three sea animals: turtle, fish and crab with clear plastic eyes and black pupils. By winding them up with keys, the animals flap their fins and float in the water. The toy contains fasteners (screws) and metal axles. Weight of turtle : 19.5 g., fish - 19.5 g., crab - 20.5 g. Toy Dimensions: Turtle: (90x70x41 mm), fish: (105x87x55 mm), the crab: (92x88x45 mm).


CHOKING

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



AUSTRALIA

Woolworths Pty Ltd—Jamie’s Garden Plush Toy Bean Character

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Jamie’s Garden Plush Toy Bean Character

Plush Toy sold as part of the Jamie's Garden range. The Recall is for the Bean character only.


781518.


Woolworths & Safeways Supermarkets.

SUPPLIER

Edison International

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.edison.nl

DEFECTS

The stalk of the bean has an internal wire. The ends of the wire have not been consistently finished and could pierce the fabric and become exposed.

HAZARDS

The wire end could pierce the fabric and potentially cause injury to children.

Consumers should stop using the product and return it to their nearest Woolworths or Safeway store for a full refund.

http://www.edison.nl



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Woolworths Ltd—Jamie’s Garden Plush Toys – All Characters

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Plush toy sold as part of the Jamie's Garden range.

The recall affects all 8 characters in the range: Orange, Bean, Banana, Broccoli, Beetroot, Pear, Grape & Tomato.

On 17/06/2014 a separate recall was initiated. The stalk of the bean character has an internal wire that has inconsistently finished ends that could pierce the fabric and become exposed.


781518


Woolworths & Safeway Supermarkets

SUPPLIER

Edison International

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.woolworths.com.au

DEFECTS

All eight characters may liberate stuffing during use and the hands and feet are small parts that are inadequately attached, presenting a potential choking hazard.

In addition, the bean character incorporates a wire that may protrude through the fabric and cause puncture injuries.

HAZARDS

In the event that the stuffing or the hands & feet detach from the toys, they may present a choking hazard. In addition, the wire in the bean character could pierce the fabric and cause eye injuries or puncture wounds to small children.

Consumers should cease using the toys and return them to the nearest Woolworths or Safeway store for a full refund.

http://www.woolworths.com.au


COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD: COSMETICS AND PERSONAL CARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Skin lightening cream

BRAND: H20 Jours

NAME: Naturel cream


Batch number/Barcode: Batch No 910813 ,

6186000034086

DESCRIPTION: Soft metal tube, 50 g, with white screw cap and explanatory leaflet, supplied in cardboard packaging.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk as it contains clobetasol propionate (declared value on packaging: 0.05% by weight), which belongs to the glucocorticoid class.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.


EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: Akagni

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Manufacture date: 30.1.2013 , Expiry date: 30.1.2015

Batch number/Barcode: Lot: 5319 or 5219 (difficult to read from models found).

DESCRIPTION: Orange plastic tube of 50g with white screw cap supplied in an orange cardboard box.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains hydroquinone (value declared on the label up to 4.6% by weight).





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: Rodis

NAME: Skin Light - Carrot


Batch number/Barcode: Batch No: 110127 Expiry date: 08 2016

DESCRIPTION: Soft metal tube of 30 g with white screw cap and explanatory leaflet, supplied in a cardboard box.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk as it contains clobetasol propionate (value declared on packaging: 0.05% by weight), which belongs to the glucocorticoid class.



EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: MD

NAME: Strong Cream


Batch number/Barcode: Batch No: 1360001

DESCRIPTION: Soft metal tube of 30g with white screw cap and explanatory leaflet, supplied in an orange cardboard box.


CHEMICAL




EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Hand cream

BRAND: B. Braun

NAME: Trixo -lind pure

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Trixo-lind pure "West" - 500 ml

Batch number/Barcode: 7 612449100550

DESCRIPTION: Hand cream for sensitive skins.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Switzerland

MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because it is contaminated by pathogenic organisms such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause severe infections.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Facial mask

BRAND: Natura Siberica

NAME: Extra-Firming Facial Mask



DESCRIPTION: 75 ml yellow tube packed in a yellow cardboard box with orange flowers.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Russian Federation

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains methylisothiazolinone (MI) in excess of the approved concentration limit (measured value: 0.025 %). MI is a sensitizing agent and may cause skin sensitization and allergic skin reactions when it exceeds the approved maximum concentration.


Compulsory measures: Recall of the product from end users.

EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Facial mask


NAME: Nourishing Facial Mask



DESCRIPTION: 75 ml red tube packed in a red cardboard box with a pink label.


CHEMICAL




EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Baby care cream

BRAND: Natura Little Siberica

NAME: Baby Daily Care Cream



DESCRIPTION: 75 ml white tube packed in a white cardboard box with figure of a bird.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains methylisothiazolinone (MI) in excess (measured value: 0.027 %). MI is a sensitizing agent and may cause skin sensitization and allergic skin reactions when its concentration exceeds the approved maximum concentration. In addition the product is used for babies who are more sensitive to adverse reactions when exposed to sensitizing substances.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Natural hair dye

BRAND: ArtKolor

NAME: XHA

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Lot No. 08 08 16


DESCRIPTION: Henna hair dye supplied in packs of 25 g, with a painted red hair woman on one side and inscriptions in Russian.


MICROBIOLOGICAL

The product poses a microbiological risk because the total microbial count is too high (measured values up to 300000 CFU/ml).

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Product Regulation.


EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Foot cream


NAME: Nourishing and Moisturizing Daily Foot cream



DESCRIPTION: 75 ml green tube of foot cream packed in a white cardboard box.


CHEMICAL






NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Body mousse

BRAND: Organic shop

NAME: Organic Vanilla & Orchid body mousse



DESCRIPTION: 250 ml black and white jar with a figure of a yellow flower on top.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains methylisothiazolinone (MI) in excess of the approved concentraiton limit (measured value: 0.028 %). MI is a sensitizing agent and may cause skin sensitization and allergic skin reactions when it exceeds the approved maximum concentration.



EU/FINLAND

CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Body butter

BRAND: Organic Shop

NAME: Organic Vanilla & Shea Body butter



DESCRIPTION: 250 ml black and white jar.


CHEMICAL




EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: L’Abidjanaise

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: Lot 040113

DESCRIPTION: Skin cream supplied in 50g flexible metallic tube with white plastic screw cap and instructions packaged in a cardboard box.


CHEMICAL






NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: L’Abidjanaise

NAME: Carotte Créme


Batch number/Barcode: Lot 63

DESCRIPTION: Cream to treat skin marks supplied in 50g flexible metallic tube with a screw cap in an orange and white cardboard box.


CHEMICAL




EU/FRANCE

CATEGORY: Cosmetics


BRAND: Biopharma

NAME: Rapid'Clair Gel


Batch number/Barcode: Batches: RC289, RC187 and RC288 , Barcode: 8906042470073

DESCRIPTION: Plastic tube, 30g, with screw cap in a cardboard box

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India

CHEMICAL





SOFTLINES: TEXTILE AND CLOTHING

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY

CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Children’s outfit

BRAND: AOLES

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: YM33009


DESCRIPTION: Outfit for children consisting of trousers, a long-sleeved T-shirt and a sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers includes non-fixed drawstrings with free ends. Size: 8, 10, 12, 14


STRANGULATION, INJURIES

The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of cords with free ends in the hood and non- fixed cords in the waist area.



EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set

BRAND: Sun Island

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s set consisting of three parts, a pair of trousers, a long-sleeved blouse and a sleeveless jacket in a combination of yellow and orange, with the following features: on the front of the sleeveless jacket there is an inscription „Explorers” in green and a decoration with glued plastic rhinestones; the trousers are orange with white edging and there is a printed emblem with inscriptions „GOOD LUCK” and „72”.


INJURIES

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





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Children’s dress

BRAND: Wizzy

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s halterneck dress, intended for small children up to 7 years of age. On the front of the dress there is an inscription "New York”. On the front in the waist area there is an attached ribbon. The dresses are in three varieties depending on the colour combination: 1) the upper section is in white and the lower section is in pink and the inscription „New York” and the ribbon are blue; 2) the upper section is in white and the lower section is in grey colour and the inscription „New York” and the ribbon are pink; 3) the upper section is in white and the lower section – in black and the inscription „New York” and the ribbon are red.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

STRANGULATION

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



EU/BULGARIA



BRAND: Wizzy

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s halterneck dress, intended for small children up to 7 years of age and older children aged 7-14 with the following features: the dress has no sleeves, with a zipper at the back. The dress is white with red dots. In the waist area there is a belt /on the front this belt is attached to the garment/ and is intended to be tied at the back of the garment.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a belt intended to be tied at the back, whose free ends are longer than permitted and which hang below the lower edge of the garment.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/BULGARIA



BRAND: Wizzy

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s halterneck dress, intended for small children up to 7 years of age, with the following features: the dress has no sleeves, with flounces on the shoulder and a zipper at the back. The dominant colour of the dresses is white and some elements on them (the lower edge of the dress; the flounces on the shoulders and the ethnic patterns) are in other colours (coral, green and pink).


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area intended to be tied at the back.



EU/BULGARIA



BRAND: Wizzy

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s halterneck dress,intended for small children up to 7 years of age, with the following features: the dress has no sleeves, with a zipper at the back, with the following features: at the lower section of the dress has been decorated with textile flowers. The colours of the dresses are: a combination of white and coral /the belt is coral, the edging around the neck is coral as well as the shoulder flounces and two horizontal bands in the lower section of the dress/; a combination of white and cyclamen; a combination of white and dark blue.


INJURIES






NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/BULGARIA



BRAND: Wizzy

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s halterneck dress, with a zipper at the back, intended for small children up to 7 years of age, with the following features: the dress has been made of lace. On the front of the belt there are three textile roses and in the middles of each one there is an attached silver rhinestone. Colours: a combination of pale pink and coral; a combination of cream colour and dark blue.


INJURIES




EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Girls' clothing set (dress and bolero)

BRAND: Sindiboy

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Girls' set consisting of two parts: a dress with shoulder straps with continuous length and a short-sleeved bolero, intended for small children up to 7 years of age and older children aged 7-14. Packaging with a cardboard label attached to the set.


INJURIES, STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of long and free end shoulder straps.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/BULGARIA



BRAND: Mina Baby

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: A children’s sleeveless dress, intended for small children up to 7 years of age, in combinations of white and green, white and blue and white and coral. The dress is fastened with a zip at the back.


INJURIES




EU/CYPRUS


PRODUCT: Girls' clothing set

BRAND: Quenny

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Q4-572


DESCRIPTION: Blue, white and brown coloured girls' two-piece set consisting of a pair of trousers and a top. The top has shoulder straps and the trousers have drawstrings at the waist area.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of shoulder straps and drawstrings at the waist area of the trousers.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Girls' dress

BRAND: Melike

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: A sleeveless girls' dress intended for children up to 7 years of age, found in white with blue stripes or coral stripes. There are two attached textile bands intended to be tied at the back; the bands are about 5 cm wide and about 46-50 cm long.


INJURIES




EU/BULGARIA


PRODUCT: Girls' dress

BRAND: Cremix

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: A sleeveless girls' dress, intended for small children up to 7 years of age, in white with red or blue chequer patterns. It has functional cords with free ends in the waist area, which length is about 25 cm.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the waist area intended to be tied at the back.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Children’s jacket

BRAND: JUMP & FISH

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. model: JF-JPH03 2. model: JF-JPH05


DESCRIPTION: 1. Artificial leather lined and hooded jacket for children with zip. 2. Quilted, artificial leather lined and hooded jacket for children with zip.

The hood can be removed from the jacket. The products are available in black colour. Size: 8A-10A


STRANGULATION

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



EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Children’s outfit

BRAND: BEN BEN TU

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CC54


DESCRIPTION: The outfit for children consists of trousers, a T-shirt and a sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers include non-fixed drawstrings with free ends. Size: 4-8 years.



The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of cords with free ends in the hood and not fixed cords in the waist area.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Children's overall

BRAND: Nice Wear

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. model for girls: GX807 2. model for boys: GX821


DESCRIPTION: Pink/blue and green lined children's overall with hood and zip. The hood can be removed from the jacket with zip. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. When the hood opening is at its largest, the drawstring forms a protruding loop. Size: 62-92


STRANGULATION

The product contains protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that may become caught and the child may be strangled.



EU/FINLAND


PRODUCT: Baby's tunic

BRAND: Moomin characters

NAME: Moomin



DESCRIPTION: A red baby's tunic with a Moomin character (Little My) on the front with colourful chequered patterns in different parts of the product, size 80 cm.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains up to 44.0 mg/kg of formaldehyde in the red fabric and 94.0 mg/ml in the chequered fabric.

The product does not comply with the national legislation.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/SPAIN


PRODUCT: Babies' blouse

BRAND: Little rebel

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1)Ref. 93434 and 2)Ref. 93435 (sizes 18-24 months and 24-36 months)


DESCRIPTION: 1) A babies' blouse with three buttons in the centre and one on the front pocket. 2) A babies' blouse of two colours with three buttons in the centre, two on the neck and one on the front pocket. They are sold unpackaged.


CHOKING

The products pose a risk of choking because they contain small parts (the buttons) that may easily detach and be swallowed by small children.

The products do not comply with the relevant national standard UNE 40902.


EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Boys’ jacket

BRAND: F&D

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: GX-634


DESCRIPTION: Blue, lined boys’ jacket with hood and zip. The hood can be removed from the jacket with a zip. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. When the hood opening is at its largest the drawstring forms a protruding loop. The product is decorated with an inscription: "Frequent Marcella". Size: 98-116


STRANGULATION

The product contains protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that may become caught and the child may be strangled. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY


PRODUCT: Boys' coat

BRAND: H&S

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: B-8037C


DESCRIPTION: Blue, lined boy’s coat with hood and zip. The hood can be removed from the jacket with zip. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. When the hood opening is at its largest the drawstring forms a protruding loop. The product is decorated with inscriptions: “Bluestone High School Sept Michael Super Champions Team". Size: 98-128


STRANGULATION

The product contains protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that may become caught and the child may be strangled.



EU/LITHUANIA


PRODUCT: Girls' bikini

BRAND: Union star

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TH5130


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini, size 116 cm, made of red printed knitted fibrous material.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because of the presence of cords in the waist and back area.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA


PRODUCT: Girls' bikini

BRAND: Union star

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: HF3290


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini, size 110 cm, made of blue and white chequered fabric.



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



EU/LITHUANIA


PRODUCT: Girls' swimsuit

Brand: Keyzi

Name: Unknown

Type/number of model: mod. Sylwa


Description: Girls' yellow swimsuit, size 110 cm, with appliquéd inscriptions "Pirat" and "Girl" and an orange flower.

Country of origin: Unknown


The product poses a risk of injuries and strangulation because of the presence of cords that can be tied at the back of the neck and in the leg area.





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Reebok TCPRE Senior and Junior Goalie Throat Collars

UNITS: About 3,300 in the United States and 8,100 in Canada

DESCRIPTION

The recalled Reebok TCPRE Senior (SR) and Junior (JR) Goalie Throat Collars are black with white trim and the word “Reebok” is embroidered at the base of the collar. They have the BNQ certification mark screen printed and the words "Ballistic Nylon Ballistique", "TCPRE SR or JR" and sizing information on the right side of the collar base. Affected products have the model number K101SR TCPRE or K101JR TCPRE located on the label sewn on the inside of each throat collar pad and on the outside of a polybag in which the product may have been sold at retail stores.

IMPORTER

Unknown


HAZARD:

Throat collars have been decertified by BNQ in Canada due to the risk that a skate blade could penetrate the collar, posing a laceration hazard to the throat.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

Reebok-CCM has received no reports of product-related injuries or complaints from consumers or retailers.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled throat collars and contact their local hockey dealer to return the product for a full refund or replacement, or contact Reebok-CCM for information on how to return the product directly to Reebok-CCM for a replacement or full refund.

USA

NAME OF PRODUCT:

Julie Vos women’s scarves

UNITS: About 324

DESCRIPTION

This recall involves Julie Vos women’s scarves. The scarves are 100 percent modal fabric, a type of rayon, and were sold in two prints, Anchor and Sierra. Anchor was sold in three colors, including blue, green and orange. Sierra was sold in four colors, including raspberry/magenta, orange/peach, cream/gray and blue/purple. The scarves measure 75 inches long by 45 inches wide. Julie Vos is printed on a tag sewn into the back of the scarf.

IMPORTER

Julie Vos, of New York

MANUFACTURED IN: India

HAZARD:

The scarves fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel and pose a risk of burn injury to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES

There has been one report of a shawl catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact Julie Vos to arrange to return the scarves for a full refund. Julie Vos will provide a pre-paid postage label for shipping.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA

Target Australia Pty Ltd—Peppa Pig Sleepsuit and Pyjamas

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Peppa Pig sleepsuit and pyjamas, sizes 2-6


Peppa Pig Knit pyjama - keycodes 55313483, 55313490, 55313506, 55313513, 55313520

Peppa Pig pyjama - keycodes 55555159, 55555166, 55555173, 55555180, 55555197

Peppa Pig sleepsuit - keycodes 55555470, 55555487, 55555494, 55555500, 55555517


Target stores and online at target.com.au

SUPPLIER

Target Australia Pty Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.target.com.au/

DEFECTS

The bows on these garments do not comply with the mandatory standard for children's nightwear and limited daywear, AN/NZS 1249:2003, as amended by regulation.

HAZARDS

The size of these bows may pose a fire hazard if they come into contact with an exposed flame.

Customers should cease using the product and return it to a Target store to obtain a full refund of the purchase price.

AUSTRALIA

Speedo Australia Pty Limited—Speedo Sea Squad Float Vest

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

2 style versions - pink/purple & blue/orange.

3 size versions - ages 1-2, 2-4 & 4-6.


Product codes: 8-091949214 & 8-091949490


Various sporting retail outlets, including aquatic centres.

SUPPLIER

Speedo Australia Pty Limited

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.speedo.com.au

DEFECTS

The floats within the vests may potentially separate, moving from the front to the back.

HAZARDS

Movement of the floats within the vest affects buoyancy of the product, compromising balance in the water and presenting a potential drowning hazard.

If you have an affected float vest please stop using it immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For further information, please contact the Speedo Customer Services Team on 1800 023 807.

http://www.target.com.au/

http://www.speedo.com.au


SOFTLINES: SHOES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Men's shoes

BRAND: Vapiano

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: black, model M11287912

Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 2 220239 330428

DESCRIPTION: Men’s black, slip-on shoe; synthetic upper; insole: rear half (heel to midfoot) grey/turquoise-coloured smooth leather, front: blue/green suede; lining: heel: blue/grey textile fleece; rear half of lining and part of instep: grey/turquoise-coloured smooth leather; instep to toes: navy textile fabric; black synthetic outsole. Packaging: burgundy shoe box 33 x 19 x 12 cm (l x b x h), bearing the name 'Vapiano'. Tested size: 42

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains Chromium (VI) (measured value up to 84 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product also contains azo dyes releasing 3,3-dimethoxybenzidine in a concentration up to 294 mg/kg. This exceeds the limit of 30 mg/kg.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.


EU/FRANCE


PRODUCT: Children's shoes

BRAND: Mes Pommes d'Amour

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Réglisse (liquorice) Ref. L061


DESCRIPTION: Shoes packed in a plastic bag. A white paper strip is stuck to the bag indicating the following details: L061 Black 22.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains Chromium (VI) (measured values up to 8 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

Voluntary measures: Withdrawal of the product from the market. Recall of the product from end users.


SOFTLINES: SHOES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Children's sandals

BRAND: GEOX

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: Batch: 3915-3-602-24 MH 1

DESCRIPTION: Children's sandals in pink and turquoise with Velcro fastening. The upper and the lining are in leather and the pink and yellow sole is in synthetic material. The size of the tested sample is 24.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the white leather lining contains Chromium (VI) above the permitted levels (measured values up to 22.8 mg/kg).

Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reaction.

Compulsory measures: Other.


SOFTLINES: BAGS AND ACCESSORIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Leather neck pouch

BRAND: Wortmann

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article No 6051506


DESCRIPTION: Neck pouch made of yellow/orange leather material, with a press stud, a transparent panel made of synthetic material, and a hanging strap.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the back of the pouch contains Chromium (VI) above the permitted levels (measured value: 23.4 mg/kg).

Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitiser and may trigger allergic reactions.

Voluntary measures: Recall of the product from end users.

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GCSC has compiled the below sources:

Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications, published free of charge in English on http://ec.europa.eu/rapex, © European Union, 2005 – 2014.

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.

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

Recalls and Product Safety News

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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html (US Cosmetics recalls)

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

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

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

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

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

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