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Finland
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Category: Toys
Product: Baby teether – Happy baby cow teether
Brand: baby baby
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Type/number of model: Item no in invoice 000812 (970-000812-00)
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Description: A colourful (yellow, pink and blue) plastic baby teething ring with a figure of a cow. Packed partially in a clear plastic package with a label.
Country of origin: China
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Microbiological The product poses a microbiological risk because the liquid inside the toys contains significant amounts of aerobic microbes. In addition, the label does not contain warnings required for such toys.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive.
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Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities.
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United Kingdom
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Category: Furniture
Product: Mirror – Socra Mirror
Brand: Habitat
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Type/number of model: 215020
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Description: A mirror, dimensions: 800 x 1040 x 8mm, 20 kg total product weight.
Country of origin: Italy
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the fixing that holds the mirror within the frame may cause the mirror to fall out of the frame. Three incidents have been reported.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market.
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Hungary
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Category: Lighting equipment
Product: Floor lamp
Brand: K.I.
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Type/number of model: Y85/301020 Bar code: 8711295379734
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Description: The package contains a metal base, bottom, middle and upper metal tubes for the stand and a metal shade ready for assembly. The shade includes an R7s halogen lamp holder. Main parts of product: R7s lamp holder ("YF-502, 6A, 250V, T250, YAH FEI "), mains supply cord ("H03VV-F 3G0, 75mm2"); plug ("KAI HUA, KH-9902, 16A, 250V~” " + mark of approval. Dimensions: 170x27x27 cm.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because:
- the basic insulated parts are accessible,
- it is not sufficiently earthed.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
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Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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Bulgaria
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Children’s set - UNION FREE C71
Brand: DMTEXC
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Type/number of model: Unknown
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Description: Children’s set consisting of two parts for children up to 7 years of age – sweatshirt with a motif "UNION FREE C71", a hood and laces with small elements at the ends, matching trousers; colour pink.
Country of origin: Bulgaria
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Suffocation The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
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Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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Hungary
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Winter boots for children
Brand: Cockatoo
Name:
Type/number of model: TR-149
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Description: The footwear is made of synthetic and leather upper, textile lining and plastic sole. The front of the boot is decorated with beads and pearls. There is an inscription "COCKATOO" on the insole. Size: 22.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because the decorative beads fixed to the front of the boots can be easily detached and swallowed or inhaled by children.
In addition, the product poses a health risk because there is no cap inside the toe and heel part of the boots. Therefore the boots become deformed during use and do not ensure healthy development of feet.
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Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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Poland
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Category: Furniture
Product: Armchair, sofa and corner settee
Brand: LINKWISE
Name:
Type/number of model:
1. N°46490 and 46491, 5253 three-seater and 5253 two-seater,
2. N°46492 and 46493 relax chair 9351 red and l.br,
3. N°46619 and 49737, 5381 corner lhf and rhf leat,
4. N° 49868, 2676 2 seater beige,
5. N° 49869, 2676 armchair beige.
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Description:
1. Two-seater and three-seater sofa made of navy blue leather,
2. Armchair with footstool made of red leather,
3. Corner settee made of cream leather (right and left),
4. Two-seater sofa made of beige/light brown leather;
5. Armchair made of beige/light brown leather.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk and can cause skin irritation due to the presence of dimethylfumarate (DMF) in the chemical preparation preserving leather from mould.
Some accidents have been reported.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary recall from consumers by the distributor
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United Kingdom
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Category: Food-imitating products
Product: Car air freshener - strawberry
Brand: Auto Expressions
Name:
Type/number of model: 7584700977
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Description: The product has the appearance of a red strawberry with green leaves. It is approximately 6 cm long. The product is packed in a blister pack, the card for which measures approximately 19 x 7 cm. The card is coloured blue with pictures of strawberries and the Auto Expressions brand name. On the reverse side of the card is the warning “Keep out of reach of children and pets”.
Country of origin: China
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Choking This product poses a risk of choking as due to its appearance and odour it may be mistaken for food. The product could present a similar choking hazard to that of a small ball if trapped behind the ridge of the hard palate.
The product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than what they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary stop of sales by the distributor.
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Denmark
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Category: Communication and media equipment
Product: Wireless telephone headsets battery - Lithium-ion polymer battery installed in GN Netcom A/S’s GN9120
Brand: ATL (Amperex Technology Limited)
Name:
Type/number of model:
- ATL part number 603028-01, - Headset. “GN Netcom” or “GN9120”
Batch number/Barcode:
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Description: The recalled batteries were sold in GN9120 wireless telephone headsets and separately as battery replacement kits to end-users worldwide between 1 January 2005 and September 2008. The batteries have a white plastic casing and are labelled “Made by ATL.”.
Country of origin: Hong Kong
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Burns and fire The product poses a risk of burns and fire due to an internal short circuit in the lithium-ion batteries which causes the batteries to overheat.
46 incidents have been reported.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.
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Greece
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Category: Lighters
Product: Novelty lighters
Brand: JAZZ
Name:
Type/number of model: Model 3KD202 CR FROG
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Description: Refillable novelty lighters with various decorative pictures:
1. a frog reading a book, 2. a frog eating.
Attached to the lighter is a small figure hanging from the top at the side. Dimensions: 8.3x2.3x1 cm.
Country of origin: China
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Burns and Fire The product poses a risk of burns and fire because the design of the lighters makes them attractive to children, particularly those under the age of 51 months, who might mistake them for toys, and inappropriate use by children could lead to the risk of burns and fire.
In addition, the products failed to conform to the requirements of the EN ISO 9994 “Resistant to high temperature”, since 4 samples from 5 that were tested were found to be empty after the test.
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Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities.
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Poland
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Category: Machinery
Product: Garden Cultivator
Brand: HANDY POWER
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Type/number of model: HP4MT
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Description: The product is a cultivator for garden use.
Country of origin: China
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because of:
- insufficient dimensions of the handles (700 mm, instead of at least 900 mm),
- protruding starting lever (400 mm).
The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 709.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market and destruction of the products by the distributor.
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Hungary
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Category: Lighting equipment
Product: Lava lamp – Glitter floating lamp
Brand: LAMPARA MOVIMIENTO
Name:
Type/number of model: LD-08
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Description: An incandescent lamp in a plastic-covered base which illuminates the upper glass part, which is filled with liquid and glitter. An E14 bulb is provided with the product. Main components of product: lampholder without marking, switch inserted into the cord („5A 110V 2A 250V KC 555 250V 6A AC”); mains supply cord (" HOGVVH3-F 2x0.5 mm²"); plug ("2.5A250V”). Height: 33 cm.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock and burns The product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:
- the dimensions of the cord do not meet the requirements,
- there is no proper cord anchorage protecting against pulling and twisting force.
In addition, during normal use, there is a moderate risk of burns due to overheating of the lamp.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60598 and EN 60238.
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Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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Slovakia
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Category: Lighting equipment
Product: Fluorescent table lamp - Tukan Ziarikova stolna lampa
Brand: LUCERNA
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Type/number of model: TUKAN, L027
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Description: Fluorescent table lamp in the shape of a toucan. Made in two colours, the name plate contains the following data: LUCERNA, model: L027, 230V, 50 Hz, DZ11W/G23, CE. Packed in a red; white and blue cardboard box with the name of product, its photo, logo LUCERNA and other marking.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock and fire The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:
- screws for connecting the cord are missing,
- the screws of the switch must not be used for to connect the supply wires,
- the switch must be fixed to ensure against rotation,
- the lamp-holder did not pass the ball test; the diameter of impression was 4.5 mm (should be maximum 2 mm).
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
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Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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Czech Republic
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Category: Toys
Product: Inflatable fish
Brand: midex
Name:
Type/number of model: EAN 5900733116748
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Description: The fish is made of green, softened plastic with white stripes, a picture of ducks and an umbrella. Sold in a plastic package with a sticky label with the following information: CE mark, "Not suitable for children younger than 3 years." Danger of swallowing small parts.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 17.61% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP).
According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.
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United Kingdom
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Children’s Jacket
Brand: ELSY Spa
Name:
Type/number of model: Mod 4203 tender art ot31.
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Description: Children’s winter coat for ages 7–14 years. Available in white or silver. Puffed design with high neck. Features four functional cords within the neck area, fastened with knots and toggles, measuring 250mm at the front and 210mm at the back of the jacket. Belt at the waist fastens through loops and a metal clasp. Fixed cords with irremovable toggles on the pockets measuring over 180mm. Cords are a silver material and are not sealed at the end. Labelled ELSY Junior.
Country of origin: Italy
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Strangulation and suffocation The product poses a risk of strangulation and suffocation because:
- the cords have three-dimensional embellishments and are not secured to prevent fraying,
- the toggles are used on the garment when the ends are free,
- it has fixed loops which protrude from the coat that are more than 75 mm,
- the drawstrings have free ends,
- the functional cords protrude 210 mm at the back and 240mm at the front (maximum allowed is 75mm),
- functional cords are protruding from the back.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the supplier.
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Germany
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Category: Motor vehicles
Product: Passenger car - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Vito and Viano
Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ
Name:
Type/number of model: Type 639, 639/4, 906
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Description: Vehicles were manufactured from 15 April 2008 to 17 April 2008 and from 5 June 2008 to 10 June 2008.
Country of origin: Germany
No pictures are available
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the control unit coding on the vehicles in question does not match the actual vehicle configuration. Complete functioning of the control units is not guaranteed which can cause unexpected vehicle behaviour leading to a road accident.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.
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Hungary
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Category: Toys
Product: Rattle - Funny multifunctional toys
Brand: XIN DA MEI
Name:
Type/number of model: No. 855A Clowns
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Description: Plastic baby rattle. There is a rotating clown figure fixed inside a frame. Diameter: approximately 9.5 cm.
Country of origin: China
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because small parts (feet of the figure) may be easily detached and could be swallowed or inhaled by children.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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Hungary
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Category: Toys
Product: Set of plastic rattles - BAO BEI ZHIYUE
Brand: Baby toys
Name:
Type/number of model: Bao bei Zhiyue No.2008C-6E
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Description: Plastic rattles in various forms and colours in a cardboard box with the inscription "All are fangled and in the high quality". Dimensions of box: 360x300x75 mm.
Country of origin: China
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be detached from the toy, which entirely fit into the small parts cylinder. This type of product is intended for children under 36 months.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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Spain
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Category: Toys
Product: Toy special police set - Gun play set
Brand: FORCE
Name:
Type/number of model: References 649059, 654157, 6147464, 6166049, 6166050 and 6166058
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Description: An assortment of toys, with pistols firing projectiles with suction cups and bows and arrows with suction cups. The packaging consists of a cardboard and plastic blister pack.
Country of origin: China
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Suffocation The product poses a risk of suffocation because the darts with suction cups measure less than 57 mm.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Compulsory measures: Import rejected by the customs authorities.
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Germany
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Category: Lighting equipment
Product: Illuminated mirrors - Name: Germany: Era, France: CARAT, Italy: Novecento, Netherlands: 410
Brand:
Name: Germany: Era, France: CARAT, Italy: Novecento, Netherlands: 410
Brand:
- Germany: Keramag - France: Allia - Italy: Pozzi-Ginori - Netherlands: Koninklijke Sphinx
Type/number of model: - Germany: Era No. 808070, 808090, 808095 and 808020
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Description: Illuminated mirrors manufactured by Keramag, from the Era range:
- Illuminated mirror element Era 60 X 80,
- Illuminated mirror element Era 90 X 80, left side,
- Illuminated mirror element Era 90 X 80, right side,
- Illuminated mirror element Era 120 X 80.
Country of origin: Italy
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because components are not insulated and can cause electric shock upon contact. Voltage measurements taken around the metal frame of the mirror detected an electrical current.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.
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Slovakia
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Category: Toys
Product: Children's mobile phone - plush animal with sound
Brand: MICRO
Name:
Type/number of model: #CL6079/4S, 94097, EAN: 8592117940970
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Description: Plush toy in the form of a mobile phone with the head of an animal, length 12 cm. The toy operates on three button batteries of 1.5 V and produces a sound when the buttons are pressed. The product is sold without packaging.
Country of origin: China
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Damage to hearing The toy poses a risk of damage to hearing because the measured value of the sound produced by the children’s mobile was 84 dB. In the case of such toys, which are clearly made for use close to the ear, the weighted emission of acoustic pressure must not exceed the value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the European standard EN 71.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary stop of sales, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor.
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The Netherlands
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Category: Toys
Product: Rattling bee, baby-activated toy
Brand: HS Toy land Co., Ltd
Name:
Type/number of model: HS 06-25, EAN code: 8857121329259
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Description: Yellow and black bee on a handle and a red and black beetle on a handle.
Country of origin: Thailand
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because the handle does not comply with the requirements on the shape and size of certain toys. The toy is intended for very young children who are unable to sit up unaided, and when the child lies down the handle can be put in the back of the throat causing the child to choke.
The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
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Ireland
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Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Product: Children's shoes - Baby Velcro Jogger
Brand: Unknown
Name:
Type/number of model: 64-40688
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Description: Nursery Jogger, with two straps with velcro closures at the front marked "Baby Boys". Tongue on inside of jogger.
Country of origin: China
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because the tongue is not adequately sewn into the jogger and can be pulled off.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor.
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Hungary
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Category: Electrical appliances
Product: Digital multimeter - New improved quality
Brand: Digital multimeter
Name:
Type/number of model: DT830D
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Description: Black digital multimeter of Class II provided with testing cords. A wide range of testing parameters is available by using the mode switch. The device has three connecting points for test probes. Dimensions: 126x70x28 mm.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a serious risk of electric shock, since the insulation is not sufficient and during the electrical strength test flashover occurred between the voltage measuring inlets. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61010.
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Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.
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Enforcement is a top priority of the EU Consumer Policy Strategy 2007-2013. Both measures leading to RAPEX notifications and measures which come to the attention of the Commission and other Member States as reactionsare indications of enforcement activity in the Member State concerned.
In order to give a better view on the overall level of enforcement, including the follow-up activities of the national market surveillance authorities, the Commission RAPEX team has decided to publish on the RAPEX website also the names of the countries that have found the notified product on their market and have taken appropriate measures (and have submitted a reaction to a RAPEX notification as a consequence).
Information about the reacting countries is available in the RAPEX weekly overviews in the column 'Products were found and measures were taken also in'. The Commission RAPEX team will publish reactions sent (from May2009 onwards) to 2009 RAPEX notifications.
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