No.
Ref. |
Notifying country |
Product
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Danger |
Measures adopted by notifying country |
Products were found and measures were taken also in: (*) |
1
0681/09 |
Greece
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Category: Toys
Product: Toy gun with darts - Shot game
Brand: Shot gun
Type/number of model: Model Shot Game, Code No. 3388
Description: Target game consisting of a black shot gun with 5 small magnetic arrows with suction cups, 3 arrows with pointed tips and a multicoloured round target. The set is packed in a blister on cardboard with a CE mark and warnings.
Country of origin: China
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Suffocation
The product poses a risk of suffocation because:
- the length of the small magnetic arrows is less than 57 mm and the suction cup may detach by applying a force lower than 60 N,
- the surface of the magnetic disk on the small arrow’s head is lower than 3cm².
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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2
0682/09 |
Poland
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Category: Toys
Product: Plastic rattle - Funky Play Centre, Little steps
Brand: Tesco
Type/number of model: EAN 5051790422508.
Description: A tree-shaped toy with rattles inside transparent, plastic balls. The packaging is a cardboard box coloured green and red. The toy is intended for children aged + 6 months.
Country of origin: China
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Choking
The product poses a risk of choking because the toy may be damaged if dropped and small parts from the toy may then be accessible to children.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Voluntary withdrawal from the market.
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Hungary
United Kingdom
Ireland
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3
0683/09 |
United Kingdom
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Category: Toys
Product: Toy police play set - Combat Constabulary Equip
Brand: Unknown
Type/number of model: Barcode: 5709457901773 (on sticker applied by F C Imports) along with FCILL 18INL.
Description: A play set comprised of: 2 toy pistols, eye visor, 5 sucker-tipped projectiles held within a plastic ammunition holder and sight target attachment. Packed in a blister pack on cardboard.
Country of origin: China
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Suffocation and injuries
The product poses a risk of:
- suffocation, because the suction cups from all five darts detach at a force less than the permitted level. If swallowed, the detached suction cup poses a potential suffocation or asphyxiation hazard to a child, by blocking the airway,
- injuries, because the kinetic energy for both guns exceeds the permitted 0.8 J for rigid projectiles.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Voluntary recall from consumers by the retailer.
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4
0684/09 |
Netherlands
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Category: Gas appliances
Product: Portable gas stove - Fivestar
Brand: Gelert
Type/number of model: MS-1000V, Gelert BUR011.
Description: Portable vapour pressure liquefied petroleum gas appliance.
Country of origin: Vietnam
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Burns
The product poses a risk of burns because of discharge of unburnt gas caused by flame lift at maximum pressure.
The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive and the relevant European standard EN 521.
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Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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5
0685/09 |
Netherlands
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Category: Cosmetics
Product: Mascara - Long Life
Brand: Astor (Coty)
Type/number of model: Batch 6019 EAN-code 3595673308005
Description: Mascara in 13 ml black container with grey plastic cap.
Country of origin: United Kingdom
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Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 200 µg/kg of N-nitrosodiethanolamine, which is classified as human carcinogen and prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
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Voluntary stop of sales and withdrawal from the market.
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6
0686/09 |
Greece
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Category: Motor vehicles
Product: Van - Fiat Scudo
Brand: FIAT
Type/number of model: Van, model Scudo 2.0 JTD 16V
Description: The recall concerns Fiat Scudo 2.0 JTD 16V vehicles, with chassis numbers in the range from 4004001 to 4019385.
Country of origin: Italy
No picture available
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because the valve of the brake booster vacuum pump may not be compliant, and over time the performance of the brake booster will be reduced, consequently causing the risk of a road accident.
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Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.
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Ireland
Poland
Slovenia
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7
0687/09 |
Greece
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Category: Toys
Product: Workbench and tool set - Bricolage & Tool
Brand: Xiong cheng
Type/number of model: code no. 57008
Description: A plastic toy imitating a black and orange coloured workbench with orange plastic tools. The set is packed in a transparent bag inside a cardboard box.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical and suffocation
The product poses:
- a chemical risk because of excessive migration of toxic heavy metals. In particular, the migration of chromium (Cr) is 166 mg/kg (maximum allowed limit 60 mg/kg) and of lead is 1471 mg/kg (maximum allowed limit 90 mg/kg),
- a risk of suffocation, because the plastic bag which is located inside the packing (with perimeter more than 380 mm) is less than 0.038 mm thick, which is the minimum limit allowed.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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Cyprus
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8
0688/09 |
Netherlands
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Category: Gas appliances
Product: Portable gas stove with lid and piezo
Brand: Gelert
Type/number of model: WG 601PI, Gelert GAS061.
Description: Liquefied petroleum gas appliances for outdoor use.
Country of origin: China
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Burns
The product poses a risk of burns because of:
- discharge of unburnt gas caused by flame instability,
- the quantity of CO in air and water vapour free products of combustion exceeds the maximum of 0.15%,
- missing warnings concerning restrictions for use.
The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive and the relevant European standard EN 521.
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Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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9
0689/09 |
Spain
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Category: Childcare articles and children's equipment
Product: Child's bicycle
Brand: Dragon ball z
Type/number of model: code 12SXL, DN014, 3-6 years
Description: Child's bicycle with stabilisers. The packaging is a cardboard box marked as follows: "Dragon Ball Z CE Conforms to ISO 8098 3-6 years. H 870 min 1200 max. 125XL Deportica S.L. order no. 577707 SKN 708674 Our reference DN014 Made in Italy 11999, to be assembled by an adult."
Country of origin: Italy
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because:
- the break is not adequate,
- the saddle does not withstand the impact test,
- during the longitudinal-loading test distortions exceed the permissible limits.
The product does not comply the relevant European standard EN 14765.
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Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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10
0690/09 |
Germany
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Category: Gadgets
Product: Party Air Horn - Traba Powietrzna
Brand: Unknown
Type/number of model: EAN 8715427004969
Description: A party hooter consisting of a pressurised gas canister filled with a flammable propellant gas and a red plastic horn. The canister carries various warnings and instructions in Polish only. The packaging consists of transparent foil with instructions also in Polish only.
Country of origin: Netherlands
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Burns
The product poses a risk of burns because the aerosol canister contains highly inflammable gas. Escaping gas may be easily and spontaneously ignited by an ignition source.
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Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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11
0691/09 |
France
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Category: Communication and media equipment
Product: Computer power source - Legend
Brand: Axxyon
Type/number of model: P630S4 legend series
Description: Not provided
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:
- the capacitors connected between the primary circuit and the protective earthing are not compliant – nor are the capacitors on the printed circuits,
- the soldered connections of the wiring on the supply base and the switch are held in place only by soldering, which is insufficient,
- the diameter of the screw is only 3 mm, whereas the minimum requirement is 3.5 mm.
The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60950.
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Voluntary withdrawal from the market.
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12
0692/09 |
Germany
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Category: Cosmetics
Product: Whitening cream - Natural Skin Fade Cream
Brand: Mililo
Type/number of model: 1006Ex1112
Description: Skin Lightening Cream, 50-gram package
Country of origin: United Kingdom
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Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.7% of hydroquinone as a skin-whitening substance, above the permitted maximum of 0.3%, which can endanger human health as a result of frequent and prolonged use.
The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.
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Sales ban ordered by the authorities. Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.
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Netherlands
|
13
0693/09 |
Greece
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Children's sleeveless sweater
Brand: JUMBO
Type/number of model: Item No. 331545, bar code 0 240741 000031
Description: A sleeveless sweater for children with a fabric drawstring at the waist. It has a label on the inside with the inscription: “JUMBO, 23 MONTHS”. A cardboard label is also attached, with the same inscription and information pertaining to the product, such as the address of the importer and the country of origin. Size: 23 months. Colour: fuchsia
Country of origin: China
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of external injuries due to the presence of a drawstring in the waist area that protrudes more than the maximum threshold of 140 mm.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
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Corrective actions ordered by the authorities.
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14
0694/09 |
Poland
|
Category: Lighting chains
Product: Lighting chains
Brand: Luckystar, Rice Light
Type/number of model:
1. Lucky Star – lighting chain, class II protection, and
2. 100 Rice Light – lighting chain, class II protection
Description: The products are packed in plastic bags. The packaging is marked "Everlasting" and contains a reference to the origin, written in English (“Made in China”) and misleading information (“for indoor and outdoor use”, and the possibility of replacing the bulbs, even though the bulbs are disposable). The plugs contain the following markings: CE mark, XU, ~ 2,5 A, 250 V.
The 100 Rice Light chain is equipped with a control unit to select between 8 different types of luminosity: “Combination”, “In waves”, “Sequential”, “Slo-Glo”, “Chasing/flash”, “Slow fade”, "Twinkle/ flash", “Steady on”.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock
The products pose a risk of electric shock because:
- the wires of the power supply cords are too thin – 0.03 mm², instead of the required 0.5 mm²,
- the distance between the plug and the first lampholders is 0.59 m and 0.85 m respectively, which is less than the minimum of 1.5 m,
- the control unit of the 100 Rice Light chain is poorly assembled, which may cause to damage the wires while moving or plugging in the product.
The products do not comply with the requirements set out in the relevant European standard EN 60598.
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Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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15
0695/09 |
United Kingdom
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Category: Electrical appliances
Product: Worldwide travel adaptor
Brand: Super traveller
Type/number of model: ST 22
Description: Travel adaptor in heat-sealed packaging.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock
The product poses a risk of electric shock as when the adaptor is inserted into a socket and a slide switch is pushed into a different position, a second set of pins is released. This makes it possible to touch exposed live pins.
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Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.
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Ireland
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16
0696/09 |
Finland
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Category: Toys
Product: Bath set - seahorse and crab
Brand: Unknown
Type/number of model: Art no. GG450-KN9883S/BDFGH; Code no. 20363-0279
Description: The toy contains a set of two plastic bath toys (a yellow seahorse and a green, red and blue crab) in a white mesh bag.
Country of origin: China
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Suffocation
The product poses a risk of suffocation because of the small shape and size of the seahorse, which may prevent a child from breathing if put into the mouth. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Import rejected by the customs authorities.
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17
0697/09 |
Slovakia
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Category: Childcare articles and children's equipment
Product: Combined wheeled child conveyance - Vivaro
Brand: Adbor
Type/number of model: Unknown
Description: A combined pram and push-chair with four wheels, all equipped with braking devices. The handle is height-adjustable and foldable. User’s manual and warnings are attached to the product.
Country of origin: Poland
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Injuries and choking
The product poses a risk of:
- injuries, because the product has accessible openings causing a risk of entrapment of the child's fingers in the gaps,
- choking, because detachable parts (small snap-hooks for fastening the safety belts) are accessible to the child and could be swallowed.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1888.
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Voluntary stop of sales, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor.
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Poland
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18
0698/09 |
Finland
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Children’s outerwear
Brand: Ticket to Heaven
Type/number of model:
Baggie Tough 102-847-083
Caroline 102-126-083
Carl 102-125-083
Othello Reflex 106-433-083
Kaja 106-870-083
Kristopher 106-905-083
Uffo 106-716-091
Carla Down 108-252-083
Michelle Down 108-122-083
Carla Poly 108-152-083
Nino 131-697-091
Noreen 133-700-091
Nissine 133-702-091
Nille 133-706-091
Janus 108-934-083
Baggie Reflex 102-408-083
Description: Children’s outerwear intended for young children (up to 7 years). Various jackets and overalls (11 different models) with drawstrings and functional cords in the hood and neck area.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Strangulation
The products pose a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings and functional cords in the head and neck area (on the hood). The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682 according to which garments intended for young children aged from birth to age 7 years shall not be designed, manufactured or supplied with drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area.
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Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.
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Denmark
Norway
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19
0699/09 |
Czech Republic
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Category: Toys
Product: Plastic ball - Finding Nemo
Brand: John ®, Disney PIXAR
Type/number of model: EAN 4006149528579
Description: A light-blue ball made of softened plastic with white textile stitching. The ball is marked with a picture of the fish Nemo, Disney PIXAR; CE mark and a sticker with the price. Diameter: 10 cm. No individual packaging.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 5.52% by weight of di-"isononyl" phthalate (DINP) and 0.14% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.
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Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
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20
0700/09 |
Greece
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Girl's clothing set - "Minnie"
Brand: Mini Raxevsky
Type/number of model: Model “MINI SUPER 60’s”, code 82DBJ1001
Description: Girl’s clothing set consisting of a dress (with long sleeves) and trousers. The dress is red and black with a polo neck, two pockets and a fabric drawstring in the waist area. It is also embroidered with the cartoon character "Minnie Mouse" on the front and has the inscription “Minnie” on the back. The trousers are white with black stripes. On the front of the trousers there is embroidery depicting a heart and the inscription “Minnie, super 60s”. On one side of the trousers, there is a sewn fabric label with the inscription “Disney”.
Country of origin: Egypt
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of external injuries due to the presence of a drawstring in the waist area that protrudes 190 mm at each end. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682 according to which free ends of drawstrings in the waist area shall protrude by a maximum of 140 mm at each end when the garment is opened to its largest and laid flat.
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Corrective actions ordered by the authorities.
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21
0701/09 |
Netherlands
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Category: Cosmetics
Product: Mascara - Amazing Length’n Build
Brand: Gosh
Type/number of model: Electric blue L600
Description: Mascara in a black container with a black cap.
Country of origin: Denmark
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Chemical
This product poses a chemical risk because it contains 134 µg/kg of N-nitrosodiethanolamine, which is classified as human carcinogen and prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
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Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
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Denmark
Slovenia
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22
0702/09 |
Netherlands
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Category: Cosmetics
Product: Mascara - Go for volume
Brand: 2B Cosmic Type/number of model: Dark blue 03, batch number B07
Description: Mascara in a 12 ml grey container with a grey cap.
Country of origin: Belgium
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Chemical
This product poses a chemical risk because it contains 162 µg/kg of N-nitrosodiethanolamine, which is classified as human carcinogen and prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
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Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
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23
0703/09 |
Hungary
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Category: Hobby/sports equipment
Product: Bicycle
Brand: Unknown
Type/number of model: References: 1016879 and 1016878
Description: Folding bicycle B-fold (14" and 16").
Country of origin: China
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because of a defect in the locker holder that could alter the steering operation. The problem comes from the fork that can eventually detach itself from the bike and the user can fall down.
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Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.
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Poland
Belgium
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24
0704/09 |
Hungary
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Category: Hobby/sports equipment
Product: Mountain Bicycle
Brand: Rockrider 5.1
Type/number of model: References: 862722 (size S), 863086 (size M) and 863418 (size L)
Description: Only bicycles with frame numbers between 08130 and 08252 are affected.
Country of origin: Portugal
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because of incorrect assembly of the fork which may create a hazard for the user. The problem comes from the lock holder that could eventually get blocked. The user can get surprised since he/she will not be able to use the bike, the direction being blocked.
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Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.
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Poland
Belgium
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25
0705/09 |
Spain
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Category: Electrical appliances
Product: Network adaptors
Brand: BELKIN
Type/number of model: Models F5D4073S and F5D4074S
Description: Device which transmits data to computers via electrical wiring.
Country of origin: Taiwan
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Electric shock
The product poses a risk of electric shock because the products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.
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Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.
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Greece
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26
0706/09 |
France
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Category: Toys
Product: Soft toy in a wooden box
Brand: HH
Type/number of model: Unknown
Description: A soft toy tiger, approximately 14 cm long, with a wooden heart on its collar, which is not attached to the toy. The toy is placed in a box with holes through which parts of the toy stick out: a heart-shaped opening for the head, and round openings for the back paws (on the front of the box) and the front paws (on the sides of the box).
Country of origin: China
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Cuts and choking
The product poses a risk of:
- cuts, because the hinges of the wooden box surpass the lid and have sharp edges which could injure users,
- choking, because of the presence of a loose, small part (wooden heart) on the soft toy. This part could be ingested or inhaled.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Voluntary stop of sales. Seizure of the remaining stock.
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27
0707/09 |
Greece
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Category: Motor vehicles
Product: Passenger car - Hyundai i20
Brand: Hyundai
Type/number of model: model i20
Description: The recall concerns i20 vehicles equipped with 15” steel wheels, produced from start of the production until 31 March 2009. The vehicle identification numbers of the affected vehicles are:
from MALBB51BP9M000992 to MALBB51BP9M031200,
from MALBB51CP9M003103 to MALBB51CP9M028064,
from MALBB51SP9M012597 to MALBB51SP9M019167.
Country of origin: India
No picture available
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because some vehicles may exhibit air leakage from tyre valves causing the risk of accident.
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Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.
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Germany
Poland
Netherlands
Sweden
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28
0708/09 |
United Kingdom
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Category: Hobby/sports equipment
Product: Radio transmitter for model aircraft
Brand: Spektrum (transmitter); E-flite (kit); Hangar 9 (kit).
Type/number of model:
1. DX6i Transmitter (part numbers SPM6600E and SPM6601E),
2. E-flite Blade 400 Helicopter (part numbers EFLH1400IM1 and EFLH1400IM2),
3. E-flite T34 Mentor 25e PTS (part number EFL4800),
4. Hangar 9 P-51 Mustang Mk2 PTS (part number HAN4425). Scope: all models containing the DX6i transmitter with the following date codes, sold since September 2008: 807E, 808E, 809E, 810E, 811E, 812E and 901E including those ending in “US”, “UK” and “DE”.
Description: The Spektrum DX6i radio transmitters are used to control model aeroplanes and helicopters. “Spektrum DX6i” is printed on the front of the transmitters. The transmitters are sold individually or as part of three different ready-to-fly model aircraft.
Country of origin: China
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Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because of a fault with the electrical connections within the DX6i transmitter unit, between the control stick and potentiometers, which can cause model aeroplanes and helicopters they control to fall while in flight. The propellers can also turn unexpectedly causing injury to the user or persons standing too close to the aircraft.
The product does not comply with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Two incidents reported.
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Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.
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Ireland
Norway
Cyprus
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29
0709/09 |
United Kingdom
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Category: Communication and media equipment
Product: Lithium ion battery
Brand: Hewlett-Packard and Compaq Type/number of model: Lithium ion battery used with various Hewlett-Packard and Compaq notebook:
- HP Pavilion: dv2000, dv2500. dv2700, dv6000, dv6500, dv6700, dv9000, dv9500 and dv9700,
- Compaq Presario: A900, C700, F700, V3000, V3500, V3700, V6000, V6500 and V6700,
- HP Compaq: 6720s,
- HP: G6000 and G7000.
The notebook computers themselves are not subject to the recall action.
All affected packs will have a CT coding that includes the following sequences where ^ can be any letter A-Z or number 0-9. Not all packs that include one of these sequences are subject to the recall. Verification of the complete code by HP is required 62940^^AXV^^^^ 65033^^B7U^^^^, 65033^^B7V^^^^, 65033BGU^^^^ 65035^^B7U^^^^, 65035^^B7V^^^^, 65035^^BGU^^^^, 65035BGV^^^^ 67059^^V8U^^^^, 67059^^V8V^^^^ Description: There are three different battery pack designs, each of which is compatible with a subset of the listed notebook computers. The date code is embedded in a code printed on an adhesive label affixed to the inner surface of the battery pack located as shown in the images provided per section 11. (The battery pack must be removed from the notebook computer to allow access to this label.). The vast majority of affected battery packs will have been included with the models of notebook computer to which they belonged. These notebook computers were last placed on the market around March 2008, and it is very likely that all packaging will since have been discarded. Images of the notebook computer packaging are no longer available.
Country of origin: China
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Fire and burns
The product poses a risk of fire because the batteries can overheat, posing a risk of fire and burn hazard, and possibly contusion or cut. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60950.
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Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.
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Ireland
Greece
Cyprus
Netherlands
Denmark
Slovakia
United Kingdom
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