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The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX)

- Weekly overview report of RAPEX notifications -

report 7 - 2009

Corrigenda:
Notification 0104/09 of week 3 of 2009 has been removed; according to the national authorities the product does not pose a serious risk to the health and safety of the consumers.

Notification 0153/09 from week 4 in 2009 has been updated.

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No. Ref.	Notifying country	Product (Click on the photo to enlarge)	Danger	Measures adopted by notifying country	*Products were found and measures were taken also in: ()**
2 0258/09	Germany	Category: Lighting chains Product: Lighting chains – Fairy light chain Brand: CMP PARIS Type/number of model: LA6017 Description: Fairy lights 230 V/50 Hz; 20 x 0.54 W, information on packaging only in French. Country of origin: Unknown	Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because the shrink sleeve does not provide permanent and effective cord grip. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.	Voluntary stop of sales and destruction by the distributor.
3 0259/09	Hungary	Category: Chemical products Product: Waterproof glue for wooden products Brand: Emer Type/number of model: D3 Description: Cold glue containing polyvinyl-acetate. Class D3, waterproof, suitable for gluing doors, windows, kitchen and bathroom furniture, ready-made floor. Due to its composition the product is non-toxic, non-flammable. Date of manufacture: 12 05 2007. Shelf-life: 36 months. Country of origin: Romania	Injuries The product poses a serious risk of injury because the glue fails during the tensile strength test. According to the requirement of category D3 the product should resist water. However, wood that is glued with this product may lose stability and fall apart, if it gets wet, thus causing injury to users. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 204 and EN 205.	Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
4 0260/09	Finland	Category: Toys Product: Jump ball - Kengurupallo, Hoppboll Brand: Biltema Type/number of model: 45-881 blue, 45-880 red Description: A large ball made of softened plastic with handles pointing upwards. The intended use is for a child to sit on the ball and bounce while holding the handles. Available in two colours: blue and red. Country of origin: China	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 43% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.	Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.
5 0261/09	Finland	Category: Toys Product: Building set, 40 pieces Brand: Zoob Traveler Set Type/number of model: Unknown Description: Building set with 40 pieces, packed in a transparent plastic bag with a red nylon handle and a zip for closing the bag. Country of origin: China	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 23 % of di-"isononyl" phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.	Voluntary corrective actions taken by the distributor.
6 0262/09	Finland	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Scarf Brand: Seppälä Type/number of model: LDS Scarf Fusion, multicolour pink Description: Cotton scarf with black-pink-white and blue squares and stripes, size 100 x 100 cm. Country of origin: India	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the scarf's blue colour releases 85 mg/kg of 3,3’-dimethoxybenzidine, which exceeds the limit 30 mg/kg. Levels greater than 30 mg/kg indicate that azocolourants have been used to dye the scarf.	Import rejected by the customs authorities.
7 0263/09	Greece	Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger cars - Driver’s airbag Brand: Nissan Type/number of model: Micra (type K12) Description: The recall concerns vehicles produced from 17 September 2008 to 22 October 2008 with VIN numbers ranging from JNFCAK12U3089727 to SJNFCAK12U3094773. Country of origin: United Kingdom No picture available	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries due to incorrect welding of the airbag module. There is a possibility that, in the event of frontal impact, the driver’s airbag may not function correctly, potentially resulting in reduced protection of the vehicle's occupants	Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.	Sweden Portugal Hungary Spain
8 0264/09	Greece	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Boy's trousers Brand: JUMBO Type/number of model: Item No: NEW-05, bar code: 0 277233 000033 Description: Boy’s trousers in black and grey with one side pocket and two elastic drawstrings ended with plastic toggles in the waist area. On the front of the trousers there is embroidery depicting the number 5. On the inside there are two sewn, textile labels, which has the following inscription in English: “Jumbo, 08 years old”, the barcode of the product and washing instructions. Additionally, there is a cardboard label attached to the trousers, which contains the brand name and size. On the back of the label, there is information concerning the importer. Composition: 80% cotton, 20% polyester. Size: 08 years. Country of origin: China	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of drawstrings at the waist area with free ends which protrude by 300 mm each. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682, according to which free ends of drawstrings in the waist area should protrude by a maximum of 140 mm at each end when the garment is opened out and laid flat.	Corrective actions by the importer ordered by the authorities.
9 0265/09	Greece	Category: Motor vehicles Product: Motorcycle - Rear shock absorber in motorcycle Brand: Yamaha Type/number of model: models TW125 and TW2000 Description: The recall concerns all units manufactured from the beginning of production until 2000 year models (TW200:1987#2000 model, TW125:1999#2000 model). List of models Country of origin: Japan No picture available	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the rear shock absorber is inadequately welded to the shock absorber’s lower mounting boss. Because of this, the welding may crack due to vibrations and knocks during operation. If the rider continues to use the vehicle with the cracked rear shock absorber, the mounting boss will break off and the rider's seat will sag, resulting in loss of control.	Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.	Portugal Sweden
10 0266/09	Spain	Category: Toys Product: Toy xylophone Brand: Magic xylophone Type/number of model: Models WX-06, WX-01 and WX-03, Barcode: 4895005130038, 4895005130014 and 4895005130069 Description: Multi-coloured 8- and 15-tube xylophone sold in a cardboard box with a picture of a xylophone and a child playing with it. Depending on the model it reads: 8 tunes or 15 tunes. The boxes carry stickers giving the details of the importer and the warning: "Not suitable for children under 3 years of age". Country of origin: Taiwan	Injuries and choking The product poses a risk of: - injuries because of sharp edges, -choking because of small parts generated by the plastic foam. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.	Import rejected by the customs authorities.
11 0267/09	France	Category: Toys Product: Rocking horse - Cheval à bascule Brand: Unknown Type/number of model: Reference 484624, Ref. GS090-G, Barcode: 3661121704597 Description: Plush brown rocking horse with yellow tail and mane, saddle and stirrups. The horse is animated and produces a sound. Country of origin: China	Choking The product poses a risk of choking because: - the parts (bolts and washers) which attach the horse to the rocker fit completely into the small parts cylinder, - the velcro on the horse can come off, exposing polystyrene stuffing, pieces of which fit completely into the small parts cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.	Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
12 0268/09	Spain	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Ladies' boots Brand: MARIA MARE Type/number of model: Model 6032, Code 2828920000000, 81.6032-0221-MJ-MOKA- Nº 39. Description: Ladies' boots with synthetic instep and sole. The label reads: MARIA MARE- 28289. Code 2828920000000, 81.6032-0221-MJ-MOKA- Nº 39. Country of origin: China	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because of the presence of dimethylfumarate in the shoes and in the sachets contained in the packaging. Dimethylfumarate (DMF) is a substance which has to be considered harmful, irritating and sensitising on contact with the skin, and its use as a biocide is not authorised.	Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
13 0269/09	Spain	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Ladies' shoes - Ankle boots in various colours Brand: Coolway Type/number of model: Model 2706545 NORWAY Description: Ladies' ankle boots in different colours (black, grey, beige, white and brown) The packaging is a cardboard box marked as follows: "Since 2003. Coolway Footwear". An adhesive label reads: "Model 2706545. 995 Norway Black". Country of origin: Hong Kong	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because of the presence of dimethylfumarate in the shoes and in the sachets contained in the packaging. Dimethylfumarate (DMF) is a substance which has to be considered harmful, irritating and sensitising on contact with the skin, and its use as a biocide is not authorised.	Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
14 0270/09	Ireland	Category: Motor vehicles Product: Van - Renault Trafic Brand: Renault Type/number of model: ELO, FLO and JLO models Description: Passenger car Country of origin: France No picture available	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries, due to a possible malfunction of the handbrake, which could cause the handbrake intermediate cable connector to break.	Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.	Greece Hungary Spain Sweden Portugal
15 0271/09	Spain	Category: Toys Product: Dolls Brand: Alexia Type/number of model: Unknown Description: Doll that emits sounds when pressed. A battery compartment is contained in the abdomen. The packaging is a cardboard box marked as follows: "Alexia collection". Country of origin: Hong Kong	Choking The product poses a risk of choking because of small parts which may come loose from the toy and which fit completely into the small parts test cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.	Import rejected by the customs authorities.
16 0272/09	Spain	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Ladies' boots Brand: BELLUCCI Type/number of model: Model SUIZA-1 Description: Ladies' boots with fringed strips at the back. Country of origin: Unknown	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because of the presence of dimethylfumarate in the shoes and in the sachets contained in the packaging. Dimethylfumarate (DMF) is a substance which has to be considered harmful, irritating and sensitising on contact with the skin, and its use as a biocide is not authorised.	Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
17 0273/09	Slovakia	Category: Childcare articles and children’s equipment Product: Bicycle for young children - Vital Brand: AUTHOR Type/number of model: Vital Junior 16“ No. of frame UA08160186 and HR1124716 Description: A child's bicycle with 16”wheels, 1 speed, back pedal brake on the rear wheel, frame in red & white colours, marked with the logo of the producer "AUTHOR". Country of origin: Taiwan	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because: - the brake lever does not function correctly, - the handlebar grips are not sufficiently long and do not have protected ends, - the pedals do not allow the bicycle to incline, which may cause the child to fall while riding, - it is not equipped with a complete chain-guard. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14765.	Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
18 0274/09	Spain	Category: Toys Product: Soft toy - Gorilla Brand: Pekeluches Type/number of model: Model: 73454 Bar Code: 8422562734544 Description: Soft toy in the form of a gorilla, brown in colour with white paws, abdomen and mouth. The packaging is a cardboard box which supports the gorilla's back. A label carries the CE mark and the safety warnings. Country of origin: China	Choking The product poses a risk of choking because of small parts, the nose, which detaches under a force of less than 90 N and fits completely into the small parts test cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.	Import rejected by the customs authorities.
19 0275/09	Greece	Category: Motor vehicles Product: Motorcycles - Jiffy stand spring anchor on motorcycles Brand: HARLEY-DAVIDSON Type/number of model: Dyna (models FXD,FXDF,FXDC,FXDL,FXDB), recall campaign 0137 Description: This recall applies to 2009 model year motorcycles built between 24 July 2008 and 28 August 2008. Country of origin: United States No picture available	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because of a positive defect in the welding of the jiffy stand spring anchor which may prevent the jiffy stand assembly from retracting as intended. This condition could lead to a crash causing injury or death to the rider.	Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.	Sweden
20 0276/09	Finland	Category: Electrical appliances Product: Multi charger for handheld game consoles – AC Adaptor Brand: Logic3 Type/number of model: Type: DSL614E Description: Multi charger for handheld game consoles: GPA-SP, DS & DS Lite. Power supply unit with plastic enclosure. Country of origin: China	Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the creepage distances and clearances between the primary windings and the secondary winding are less than 5/4 mm (measured a minimum of 0.7 mm), - the creepage distances and clearances between the outputs of the primary winding and the secondary winding are less than 5/4 mm (measured a minimum of 0 mm), - the creepage distances and clearances between the outputs of the secondary winding and the primary winding are less than 5/4 mm (measured a minimum of 1.1 mm), - clearances/creepage distances in the mains transformer between the primary and the secondary windings are less than 4/5 mm; measured a minimum of 0.9 mm between the solder terminals of the primary windings and the solder terminals of the secondary winding through the iron core, - the transformer does not pass the electric strength test of 3000 V~, - the capacitor does not pass the electric strength test of 3000 V~. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950 EN 60384.	Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.	Netherlands
21 0277/09	United Kingdom	Category: Toys Product: Inflatable chair - "Postman Pat & Jess" Brand: Born to Play Type/number of model: PP086. 5013126 560866 Description: Plastic inflatable chair. Country of origin: China	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk as it contains 42% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 20% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.	Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.
22 0278/09	Estonia	Category: Toys Product: Pull-along toy - Lovely Brand: Jintong Toys Type/number of model: n° 231391 Description: Pull-along puzzle toy made of yellow, red, orange and lilac plastic. Approximate dimensions: 22 cm x 16 cm x 11 cm. The toy is packed into a net with a label marked: "Warning: Choking Hazard-Small Parts. Not for Children under 3 years. Jintong Toys, Lovely toys; Made in China." There is also a pictogram, indicating that the toy is not intended for children under 3 years old, and a CE-mark. Country of origin: China	Choking and injuries The product poses a risk of choking and injuries because the toy can easily be broken and some parts of the toy detach. The detached parts have sharp edges and points which could scratch a child. Some detached elements also fit into the small parts cylinder, posing a choking hazard for young children. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.	Withdrawal from the market by the importer ordered by the authorities.
23 0279/09	Greece	Category: Toys Product: Animal plastic figures – Farm playset Brand: Polyfect toys Type/number of model: Item No. 5316, bar code 6 78565 05316 0 Description: Five plastic animal figures (white sheep, pink pig, white dog, white cow, brown horse) and a boy figure, packed in transparent box with a cardboard base bearing the CE mark. Country of origin: Hong Kong	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 41.3% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.	Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
24 0280/09	United Kingdom	Category: Motor vehicles Product: All terrain vehicles (ATV) - Can-Am DS90X - tether engine shutoff switch Brand: Can-Am Type/number of model: Model name: DS90X Model year: 2008-2009 Model number: 3L8A, 3L9A and 3L9B Recall concerns models built from August 2007-July 2008 (list attached). Description: Black body with x-package graphics, four wheeled ATV. Country of origin: Vietnam No picture available	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the engine may fail to switch off when pulling the cord from the accessory tether engine shutoff switch post installed on these race-ready vehicles. If this occurs in situations where the rider is ejected, the vehicle may run away uncontrolled until the engine returns to idle. This may lead to the vehicle to collide with bystanders, a fixed object or other vehicles resulting in injuries.	Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.
25 0281/09	United Kingdom	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Flashing Santa hat Brand: BGC Ltd Type/number of model: Article No. JY1320A. Barcode 5055026012839 Description: Plush red & white Santa hat with 5 flashing stars, a battery box (but no battery included), operated by means of 2 x R6 / AA sized batteries. Product sold separately or in a plastic bag in quantities of 12. No warnings or instructions are supplied with the product. Country of origin: China	Burns and fire The product poses a risk of burns and fire because of bare wires which can come into contact with each other causing a ‘short-circuit’ to occur. This could result in the wires rapidly heating up and igniting, with a risk of the textile materials burning.	Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.
26 0282/09	Slovakia	Category: Childcare articles and children’s equipment Product: Bicycle for young children Brand: Lofty Type/number of model: Y11163 Description: Bicycle for children, blue and silver colour, with two 12” wheels, mudguards and 2 additional small side wheels, 1 speed, back pedal brake on the rear wheel, black basket in the front, carrier on the back, saddle in black and blue colour, marking on the frame "LOFTY and on the tyres - 12 ½ x 2 ¼ NYLON INFLATE TO 35 P. S. I Country of origin: Unknown	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because: - the handlebar grips are not sufficiently long and do not have protected ends, - it is not equipped with a complete chain-guard. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14765.	Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
27 0283/09	Estonia	Category: Toys Product: Toy mobile phone - Cellular phone with Light and Sound Brand: Toi-Toys Type/number of model: N°5136; EAN: 8714627851366 Description: Swivel-mounted mobile phone made of grey and blue plastic. The toy is battery operated. Approximate size: 8.5 cm x 4 cm. There are also 2 extra covers: one is made of red and blue plastic, the other is made of red and yellow plastic. Approximate size of packaging: 25x17 cm. The product is marked: "WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD-Small parts. Not for Children under 3 years"; CE-mark; Made in China. Country of origin: China	Damage to hearing The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the A-weighted emission sound pressure LpA is between 86.2 and 89.8 dB, whereas the limit for close-to-the-ear toys is 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.	Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.	Netherlands
28 0284/09	Poland	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Children's tops with hoods Brand: 5.10.15. Type/number of model - Description: 1. Girls’ tops: 4F1308 (brown/pink, size 128 and 134), 3F1307 (brown/pink, size from 92 up to 122) 2. Boys’ tops: 2F1301 (orange/beige, size 128 and 134), 1F1303 (red, size 116), 1F1301 (orange/beige, size from 92 up to 122); 3. Boys’ tops: 1B1305 (red, size 104, 116 and 122), 2B1304 (green, size 128 and 134), 2B1305 (dark blue, size 134). Country of origin: China	Strangulation The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords and drawstrings in the neck area in clothes intended for children under 7 years of age. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN14682.	Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
29 0285/09	Germany	Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Black leather gloves Brand: ASC Trading Yiwu (RMB) Type/number of model: Code 7213700896000000499, size S/M Description: Black leather gloves, cuff with Velcro fastening, black fleecy lining. Country of origin: China	Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains azo dyes: - benzidine 1.504 mg/kg, - 4-aminobiphenyl 177 mg/kg, - aniline 1.367 mg/kg. This product does not comply with the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.	Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.
30 0286/09	France	Category: Toys Product: Riding toy – Super Train Brand: OFRAT Type/number of model: Reference 90296 / OF06SPI, Barcode: 7290006539250 Description: Riding toy in the form of a wheeled locomotive, red, with a yellow funnel, nose, seat and steering wheel. The cardboard box in which it is packed is green, with the words "SUPER TRAIN" in yellow and, beneath this, the phrase "The Educational Activity Choo-Choo". Country of origin: Israel	Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because: - the seat, made of a rigid polymer material, has a rough edge which can cause injury or chafing, - during stability tests, when loaded with a 50 kg mass and placed on a 10º incline the toy tips over. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.	Voluntary withdrawal from the market and destruction of the products.
31 0287/09	Poland	Category: Cosmetics Product: Lubricant. Brand: LUBRIX Type/number of model: K-05 Description: The product is packed in a white, plastic tube closed with a sea-green cap. 100 ml Country of origin: France No picture available	Microbiological The product poses a microbiological risk because it exceeds the maximum level of mesophilic microorganisms (yeast). The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.	Sales ban ordered by the authorities.