The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX)
- Weekly overview report of RAPEX notifications
week 2 - 2009
| Level | Type | No. Ref. |
Notifying country | Product | Risk | Measures adopted by notifying country | Products were found and measures were taken also in: |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 1 |
Hungary |
Category: Electrical appliances Product: Stand fan
Brand: SUPER DELUX FAN Name: Type/number of model: FS-40
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The product has a white plastic cover with a black insert at the speed and time switch. The stand is approximately 130 cm high, the push button and time switch is on the upper part. The blue fan blades (diameter: 40 cm) with the motor can be found on the top of the stand. Main components: mains plug (10 A 250 V CE VDE KEMA); mains supply cord (N/15382 H03VVH2-F 2x0,5 mm² + marks of approval); time switch (DFJ-60 220 V 1,6 A); speed control (KQ-41A 250 V CQC); suppression unit (CBB61 1µF 400 VAC 50/60 Hz 25/070/21 CQC); motor without marking. Technical specification: 220 V; 50 Hz; 60 W; Class II.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because the basic insulated parts come into contact with accessible metal parts; furthermore certain accessible parts of the appliance are separated only with basic insulation from the mains supply elements. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 10 |
Finland |
Category: Lighting chains Product: Lighting chain
Brand: Elexi 2020 Name: Type/number of model: Type: XML-805-20m, EAN: 6 420300 020203
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Christmas lighting chain
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because live parts can become accessible due to damage of the sleeves of the lamp caused by sharp parts on the conductor. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 11 |
Hungary |
Category: Lighting equipment Product: Table lamp Brand: FETIS Name: Type/number of model: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The product consists of a frame (dimensions: 35x15x15 cm) made of bamboo and wood and fabric decorated with various motifs. An E27 porcelain lampholder is fixed to the lower wooden part. Main components of the light: mains supply plug (KF-H1; 2,5A; 250V;S); mains switch (KF-HK1; 2,5A; 250V); E27 lampholder (B8e)SS; 4A; 250V; CE); mains supply cord (NINGBO KAIFENG ELECTRIC APPIANCE CO. LTD; H03VVH2-F; 2X0,75 mm2; VDE).
Country of origin: Indonesia
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock since basic insulated parts are accessible and cord anchorage is missing.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 12 |
Hungary |
Category: Lighting equipment Product: Rechargeable flashlight - Solar power flashlight
Brand: YUQIANG Name: Type/number of model: YQ-389
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The housing of the product is made of white plastic. Six white LEDs are placed on the front and covered with transparent plastic. The product has a built-in battery, which can be charged from the mains supply. Main components of the product: mains supply cord („RVVB PVC INSULATED WIRE 300/300V”); mains plug („6A 250V”). No Hungarian label or CE marking can be found on the product or the packaging. Dimensions: 15,2 x 5,7 x 3 cm
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the dimensions of the socket and the plug of the connecting unit and certain distances do not comply with the requirements, - the dimensions of the mains supply cord are not appropriate, - insulation is not properly fixed in the lamp, - the product does not pass the electric strength test. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 13 |
Hungary |
Category: Lighting equipment Product: Table lamp
Brand: PHH SZCZEPAN Name: Type/number of model: A101541-B/9 , A101544-B/9, Batch number/Barcode: 5907768176921, 5907768176938
OECD Portal Category: Description: Table lamps with paper lampshades. The technical structure of each lamp is the same, but the ceramic base of the lamps is different. Main components: mains supply cord („VDE ÖVE KEMA-KEUR H03VVH2-F 2CX0.75mm2 SINOFAIR NC-2729”), mains switch („303 2/250~ Patent: 99332137.2 99238813.9”), mains plug („VDE QL-VA1 2.5A 250V~”); lampholder with spring clip (E14 230V~40W MAX) („250V 2A 1210 CE ZM 0500 E14 HD88”). The labelling is in Polish and English. Technical specification: 230 V 50 Hz; E14 max. 40W; Class II. Dimensions: 200X200X310mm.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock since the wires are led through metal tubes with sharp edges, and the lampholder and the wires are not secured against rotating. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 14 |
Hungary |
Category: Lighters Product: Novelty lighter
Brand: Unilite Electronic Name: Type/number of model: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: A refillable, plastic, gas lighter in the form of a pen with an inscription (UNILITE® GK), astrologic motifs and an integrated LED flashlight. Dimensions: 98x22x15 mm
Country of origin: Unknown
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Burns and fire The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it is attractive to children, particularly children under the age of 51 months, who may confuse it with a toy. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 15 |
Austria |
Category: Toys Product: Toy mobile phone - Mobile phone 3610
Brand: Mobile phone Name: Type/number of model: 28890929
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Telephone made of hard plastic, (white with blue front side), battery-powered, battery compartment on the back for 2 AA batteries, keypad in soft plastic (white with black print), three cherries depicted on the "display.
Country of origin: China
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Damage to hearing The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the weighted emission of acoustic pressure is 96.1 dB exceeds the maximum permitted value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Destruction of remaining stock and public warning ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 16 |
Spain |
Category: Electrical appliances Product: Hair straightener - Plancha de pelo
Brand: ITC Name: Type/number of model: Model: BL-137 Reference: 7300056, Bar code 843512700567
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: White and pink hair straightener with interchangeable plates of the same colour. The packaging is a cardboard box with a label reading BL-137; Reference: 7300056; Bar code 843512700567; Power supply 110-230V; 50 HZ; 30w-CE MADE IN CHINA.
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because the area of the supply cord is 0.18 mm2, which is less than the 0.50 mm2 required by the standard. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 17 |
Hungary |
Category: Lighting equipment Product: Headlamp with adaptor - Field work lamp
Brand: HUASHENG Name: Type/number of model: 0804
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The product is a headlamp supplied with 7 white LED reflectors and rechargable via an adaptor. Technical parameters: 220 V~, 50 Hz adaptor input; 4V, 400 mA adaptor output; 4 V 4000 mAh battery. Dimensions: 125x90x140 mm
Country of origin: China
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because the live pins of the plug are accessible since the dimensions of the plug do not comply with the requirements. The product does not comply with Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 18 |
Germany |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger car - Peugeot 207 Brand: Peugeot Name: Type/number of model: EC type-approval e2*2001/116*0340
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The affected vehicles were manufactured between 7 and 24 July 2008. The vehicle identification numbers are in the range: VF3WB5FWC34492346 to VF3WM9HZC34524276
Country of origin: France
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the 17-inch "Pitlane" alloy wheels on the affected vehicles may have a material defect.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer. |
Portugal Netherlands |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 19 |
Germany |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger car - Mercedes Benz 639and 639/4
Brand: Mercedes Benz Name: Type/number of model: : 1. type 639, EC type-approval e9*2001/116*0048 2. lorry: type 639/4, type-approval (ABE) No L275
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The affected vehicles were manufactured between February 2003 and April 2008 and have a vehicle identification number in the range: WDF639*****000078 WDF639*****438620
Country of origin: Germany
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the underfloor spare wheel may get lost as a consequence of a breakage in the spare wheel support.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer. |
Portugal |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 2 |
Germany |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Motorcycles - BMW F 650 GS Brand: BMW Name: Type/number of model: type E8GS
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The affected motorcycles were manufactured between May 2007 and 29 August 2008 and have the type-approval number e1*2002/24*0352.
Country of origin: Germany
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the reduced torque suffices to release the threaded fasteners securing the front brake disc. At the limits of the range of tolerances the depth of engagement of the threaded fasteners might be insufficient. There is a possibility of threaded fasteners working loose. Under worst-case conditions there is a possibility of the brake disc becoming loose. Consequently, the possibility of safety-critical riding conditions occurring cannot be excluded.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer. |
Hungary Sweden Portugal Netherlands |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 20 |
Spain |
Category: Toys Product: Pirate skull mask
Brand: Danza Name: Type/number of model: Model: C7340
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Skull mask with pirate cap and cigar. The product is unpackaged, with a resistant plastic label attached to the upper part. The label bears the words: "Made in China. HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL F-16". CE mark. Pictogram showing the toy is prohibited for children between 0 and 3 years old. "Modelo c7340.
Country of origin: China
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Burns The product poses a risk of burns because during the test the flame persists for more than 2 seconds after the test flame is extinguished. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 21 |
Spain |
Category: Electrical appliances Product: Electric soldering iron
Brand: LEIVA Name: Type/number of model: Model: SDA-40 Bar Code: 8431487118711
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The product is an electric soldering iron packed in a blister with the following labelling: Novedades Leiva. CE mark. Made in China. 40-W soldering iron
Country of origin: China
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Burns The product poses a risk of burns because the increase in temperature of the insulating part of the device (handle) is in excess of the value specified in the standard. The value measured is 60.5 +/- 3.2ºC, whereas the limit laid down is 50ºC. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 60335. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 22 |
Austria |
Category: Hobby/sports equipment Product: Alpine Ski Binding
Brand: Atomic & Dynamic Name: Type/number of model: 1. ATOMIC Race 310 / Race 412 / RaceRace310 / RaceRace412 Xentrix310 / Xentrix311 / Xentrix412 / C310 / C311 / C412 / CR310 / CR412 / R310 / R412 / SX310 / SX 412 Device 311 / Device 412 Centro 310 / Centro 412 2. DYNAMIC ADX310 / RD10 / X412 / Centro 412.
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Heel components of ski bindings. The binding models listed were manufactured between 1998 and 2002.
Country of origin: Austria
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the heel components may crack, resulting in premature release and placing the skier at risk of falling. There have been cases of falls resulting from premature release of the heel components of these bindings. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer. |
Sweden |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 23 |
Spain |
Category: Toys Product: Toy car
Brand: Auto zone Name: Type/number of model: Model: HIGHT SPEED, Bar Code: 8429283040039
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: This is a transparent plastic tube containing four cars of different colours.
Country of origin: China
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the wheels come off the axles under a force of less than 60 N, exposing dangerous axles. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
Belgium |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 24 |
Germany |
Category: Toys Product: Wooden puzzle
Brand: HABA Name: Type/number of model: Triolino, Serial number 2268, EAN 4010168022680.
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Wooden puzzle with nine pieces forming three beetles in the colours red, blue and green and arranged on a green base. Size: approximately 17 cm x 17 cm.
Country of origin: Germany
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because it contains small parts which can be swallowed, as the heads of the bugs can come off and fit completely into the small parts test cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the manufacturer. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 25 |
Greece |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Passenger car - Swift Brand: Suzuki Name: Type/number of model: model Swift RS413, RS413 DIESEL, RS415 and RS416, (Recall Campaigns HUGS and HUGT)
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The recall concerns vehicles produced from the start of mass production to 30 September 2007, with VIN from TSMMZ***S00100001 to TSMMZ***S00499999.
Country of origin: Hungary
No pictures are available |
Fire The product poses a risk of fire because due to the inappropriate material of the inner quarter trims, if the trims receive water such as rain, rainy trims may cause the electric terminals of luggage room lamp to be rusted gradually. After certain period of usage, the above condition may cause electrical problem such as the open-circuit, short-circuit, melting, etc. In the worst case, the lamp itself may be ignited, when somebody opens the back door (tail gate).
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer. |
Hungary Iceland Sweden Portugal |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 26 |
France |
Category: Cosmetics Product: Klorane soothing eye make-up remover with cornflower
Brand: Klorane Name: Type/number of model:
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Bottles 25 ml (ACL 432 606 9), 100 ml (ACL 641 712 6), 200 ml (ACL 748 942 9) and 2 x 200 ml (ACL 773 697 4).
Country of origin: France
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because of contact eczema due to 3-dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA), which is one of the impurities formed in the synthesis of cocamidopropyl betainamide MEA chloride, found in the composition of the product. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 27 |
Czech Republic |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable whale rider set
Brand: HX Toys Name: Type/number of model: EAN 871195308 9807
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Whale set for pool 125 x 77 made of softened plastic in black colour. The set contains also a Frisbee. The packing is a cardboard box bearing the safety requirements, CE mark and indication "no phthalates" in English. There is also marking of unsuitability for children under 3 years.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the whale's handle contains 20.5% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 28 |
Slovakia |
Category: Childcare articles and children's equipment Product: Combined wheeled child conveyance - Baby Active
Brand: Breaker Name: Type/number of model: REF. NO. CN87150010
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The wheeled child conveyance is made as a combination of pram and push-chair. It has four inflatable wheels, all equipped with braking devices. A handle is height adjustable with a toggle system. User’s manual is attached to the product.
Country of origin: Poland
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because, within the access zone of the child there are accessible gaps in place of handle-rail fixation on left as well as right sides of the wheeled child conveyance, which may cause the entrapment of fingers of a child in those gaps. The product does not comply with safety requirements of the relevant European standard EN 1888. |
Voluntary measures: Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. Voluntary stop of sales, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 29 |
Czech Republic |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable swim ring and ball
Brand: TESCO Name: Type/number of model: SC 102940, Bar code 5051399500935
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Inflatable Ring and Ball is made of softened plastic in colour of blue-white with some print. Sold in plastic package where there are safety requirements of it. Inside the package there is the cardboard label with colour picture of child with ring and ball. There are also mark of age category 3-6, the symbol of unsuitableness for children to three years, CE marking, importer, safety instruction in Czech and Slovak concerning the products. On the product there are safety instructions in black colour and CE mark.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the valve of inflatable ring contains 2.0% of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 3 |
Slovakia |
Category: Toys Product: Baby pyramid
Brand: nina Name: Type/number of model: EAN code: 5900946000346
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: A toy plastic pyramid composed of 12 varicoloured elements in the form of cups. Each cup has a sticker with a digit corresponding to the number of images. Packed in a transparent bag.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Suffocation and choking The product poses a risk of suffocation and choking because children can put the cups into the mouth (imitating drinking). These parts may block the nose and mouth of a child by forming an air-proof stopper, which may lead to suffocation. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 30 |
Czech Republic |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable boat - Baby Water Sled
Brand: Unknown Name: Type/number of model: EAN : 8003608191790
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The boat in form of the frog is made of softened plastic in colours red and yellow with two yellow handles. The product is packed in a cardboard box bearing data of product in foreign language only, CE marking and a notice that product is good only for children from 3 to 8 years. Inside the box there is the leaflet with data in Czech language and with importer's identification.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because: - the boat's layer contains 24% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.75% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP), - the boat's handle contains 27.7% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 1.62% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 31 |
Ireland |
Category: Cosmetics Product: Children's cosmetic set - Fantasy Girl & the Pegasus
Brand: Unknown Name: Type/number of model: Item No: 4132
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Children's cosmetic set containing 2 nail polishes, 8 blushers/eye shadows, 2 lipsticks, 1 applicator and 2 hair clips.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the lead levels of 8200 mg/kg, 7500 mg/kg and 7100 mg/kg were found in the green blusher/eye shadow in three different products. The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 32 |
Sweden |
Category: Recreational crafts Product: Engines for leisure crafts - Penta
Brand: Volvo Name: Type/number of model: 3.0GLP-J, 4.3GL-J and 4.3GL-JF
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Gasoline stern drive engines with carburettor for leisure crafts
Country of origin: United States
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Fire The product poses a risk of fire because it may contain carburettors which have float bowl retaining screws that were not properly torqued during carburettor assembly. Therefore, fuel may leak from these screws when engine is operated. Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard if an ignition source is present. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 33 |
Germany |
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Small child's cardigan
Brand: H & M Name: Type/number of model: Knitted cardigan, Order No 437260-6555, 437261-6555
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Grey flecked cable-stitch cardigan, sizes 62-86.
Country of origin: China
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because excessive separation may cause long wool fibres to form a ball in the child's mouth, with a consequent danger of choking. One incident reported. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the manufacturer. |
Portugal |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 34 |
Ireland |
Category: Cosmetics Product: Lip gloss and eye shadow set - Gives you Freshness
Brand: Kimyon Name: Type/number of model: Style n° 21687-1
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Cosmetic set containing 2 lip glosses and six eye shadows.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the corn-yellow eye shadow contains 2700 mg/kg of lead. The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC, the presence of heavy metals is not allowed in cosmetics. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 35 |
Hungary |
Category: Toys Product: Plastic Strands / Scoubidous
Brand: Interwoven Toys Name: Type/number of model: XN ntt 432-3-4, bar code: 5015815237034
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Colourful PVC strings. Dimension of the package: 11.5x31x2 cm.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 1.5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 36 |
Bulgaria |
Category: Childcare articles and children's equipment Product: Folding table with a folding chair - Masa Sandalye Setti / Bloom
Brand: WINX CLUB Name: Type/number of model: Code: FR-85540, Batch number/Barcode: 8698520085540
OECD Portal Category: Description: A children’s set comprised of a folding table and a folding chair with a backrest, with a metal construction and a seat made of plastic, with the logo "WINX CLUB". The product is packaged in a cardboard box bearing the following inscriptions: Made in Turkey code: FR-85540, barcode: 8698520085540.
Country of origin: Turkey
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because: - the folding table and chair do not have locking mechanisms, - the distance between the moving parts is less than 12 mm. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 37 |
Germany |
Category: Motor vehicles Product: Citroen passenger car Brand: Citroen Name: Type/number of model: C4 Picasso
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The vehicles concerned were manufactured between 9 September 2006 and 31 October 2006 and have Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) in the range from 45000004 to 45015577.
Country of origin: France
No pictures are available |
Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the screws securing the front brake callipers may come loose. The non-compliant screws first produce knocking sounds and then vibrations while braking. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer. |
Portugal Sweden |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 38 |
Finland |
Category: Electrical appliances Product: Bathroom Cabinet - Mirror Box
Brand: Diplon Name: Type/number of model: Type: JB2611
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Bathroom cabinet with metal enclosure 2x14W-G5, 230V, lk I, IP20
Country of origin: Unknown
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the switch is easy to remove by hand from its mounting hole and therefore live terminals of the switch are accessible from the outside of the cabinet. In case the switch is in its position, it is possible to access the live terminals of the switch during lamp replacement, - the luminaire-parts are fitted with two appliance inlets. Live pins of the appliance inlet are accessible with the test finger during lamp replacement, - the conductors used for connection of the mains connector are also connected to a terminal block but the conductors at the terminal block are not properly attached because live parts of the conductors are accessible with the test finger, - the live parts of the mains connector are accessible with the test finger when it has been removed from the appliance inlet. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 39 |
Czech Republic |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable set dolphin and ring
Brand: HX Toys Name: Type/number of model: TBS 306991 EAN 8712427846605
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The product is an inflatable dolphin made of softened plastic in grey colour. It is sold in cardboard box with the picture of dolphin with sitting baby. On the packaging there is complete information about the product, safety instructions, CE mark and age limit.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because the dolphin's handle contains 20.7% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP). According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 4 |
Slovakia |
Category: Toys Product: Child's mobile phone
Brand: Vision Name: Type/number of model: No. 636- 600D, LD9-829
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Child’s plastic mobile phone with a cord, operated by 2 button batteries of 1.5 V. The product is packed in a blister.
Country of origin: China
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Damage to hearing The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the weighted emission of acoustic pressure is 96.1 dB which exceeds the maximum permitted value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the distributor. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 40 |
Hungary |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable swim-ring - FELFUJHATO USZOOV GYERMEKEKNEK
Brand: Unknown Name: Type/number of model: 718613, bar code: 0020027186136
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Inflatable swim-ring with colourful, printed motifs. Diameter: 61 cm.
Country of origin: Taiwan
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because the stopper detaches at a force of 90 N ±2 N and it fits entirely into the small parts cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 41 |
Bulgaria |
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Children’s jacket - Class house/Fashion wear
Brand: Collection wear Name: Type/number of model: Model 503
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: A child’s jacket with a detachable hood with drawstrings, a zip, three buttons on the front and two pockets. On the front there is an embroidered motif of a girl. The product is sold with labels containing information about: the origin - China; the composition - 100% polyacrylics and the inscriptions “Class house, fashion wear, new collection wear, it is the best choice, model 503". The product is sold without packaging.
Country of origin: China
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Strangulation The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of strings in the hood or the neck area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 42 |
Bulgaria |
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items Product: Children’s outfit - Qualified JIN TONG LE
Brand: JIN TONG LE / Jinhong Garment Factory Name: Type/number of model: Unknown
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: A children’s outfit consisting of a jacket with a hood that has drawstrings and additional elements attached in the shape of “ears”, with sequins and embroidery with various images on the front and a pair of trousers, with labels containing information about the origin - China; composition - 50% polyacrylics and 50% wool; and labels in foreign languages, with inscriptions – "JIN TONG LE", "qualified", "Jinhong Garment Factory", "JIN TONG LE CHUPIN". The product is sold without a packaging.
Country of origin: China
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Strangulation The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of strings in the neck area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 43 |
United Kingdom |
Category: Other Product: Carbon monoxide alarm
Brand: Lloytron Name: Type/number of model: Model B822
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Carbon monoxide alarm.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The product poses a chemical risk because it fails to warn/operate when it is exposed to various concentrations of carbon monoxide gas. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291. |
Voluntary measures: Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer. |
Ireland |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 44 |
Hungary |
Category: Toys Product: Delight - toy mobile phone
Brand: HUI JIA Name: Type/number of model: HJ.1185-1 (on the packaging), bar code: 5998665714439
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Flip-up mobile phone (beige or pink). By pressing the buttons it emits various sounds and lights. It is operated with 2 x 1.5 V button cells (LR4G). The lid of the battery compartment is not fixed with a screw. Dimensions: approximately 93 x 53 x 26 mm
Country of origin: China
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking because the lid of the battery compartment can be opened without using a tool and the button cells become accessible. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 45 |
Czech Republic |
Category: Toys Product: Inflatable water scooter - Blizzard / Speed Race Rider
Brand: Torpedo sports Name: Type/number of model: JL-10-308
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The inflatable water scooter is made of softened plastic in blue-grey colour. It is sold in a cardboard box with a picture of the scooter (with an adult and seated child). CE mark, age limit 3-8 years, type JL-10-308. The safety instructions on the packaging are in a foreign language.
Country of origin: China
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Chemical The cover layer of inflatable scooter contains 29.2% by weight of di-“isononyl” phthalate (DINP) and the handle contains 15.6% by weight of DINP. According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, certain phthalates in toys are prohibited. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 5 |
Slovakia |
Category: Childcare articles and children's equipment Product: Children’s highchair - Simona
Brand: AGS Name: Type/number of model: data on sticker from Czech supplier: EAN code 8594019433840; data on sticker from Slovak distributor: EAN code: 8581505001065, code: 500106
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Children’s highchair made from pinewood. The seat and backrest are upholstered in PVC with motifs of a dog on a motorcycle and cats in a boat. The product has two variant positions – high chair or a small chair with a table.
Country of origin: Poland
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Injuries The product poses a risk of injuries because the rearwards stability is not sufficient and it might tip over. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14988. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 6 |
Slovakia |
Category: Toys Product: Children’s mobile phone
Brand: Quinxing Name: Type/number of model: on packaging: QX-6600; on sticker: EAN code 8590756250276, No. 25027
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: Child’s blue plastic mobile phone with black buttons and a sticker instead of display, operating on 2 batteries of 1.5 V, type AA. Packed in a blue cardboard box with data 6600, Quinxing, QX-6600.
Country of origin: China
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Damage to hearing The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the weighted emission of acoustic pressure is 97 dB, which exceeds the maximum permitted value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 7 |
Hungary |
Category: Lighting equipment Product: Spot light
Brand: ESTO Name: Type/number of model: Art. Nr. 54006-2
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The adjustable bracket has a metal structure. It includes an aluminium base, two non-flexible brackets and metal-covered lampholders fixed with a hinged connection and supplied with a decorative glass plate. Main components: 2 E14 lampholders ("22 500/CI T190" + marks of approval), terminal block ("a 230 380V 1,5-2,5" + marks of approval), double-insulated 2-core internal wiring. Technical specification: 230V 50Hz; max 2x40W; F-mark
Country of origin: Austria
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - sharp parts protrude into the wireways, - during installation the live parts on unfixed terminals may come into contact with earthed parts, - bushings to protect contacts with sharp edges are missing. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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| Serious risk | Consumer products | 8 |
Latvia |
Category: Toys Product: Folding toy cat
Brand: MROWIEC TOYS Name: Type/number of model: EAN code: 5908258100853
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The toy is made of different coloured, plastic, removable rings. It is packed in a clear plastic bag on which there is a sticker in Latvian containing the name of the distributor and a warning that the product is not suitable for children under 3 years. "Contain small parts. Use only under supervision of an adult. Choking hazard".
Country of origin: Poland
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Choking The product poses a risk of choking for children under 36 months because the plastic ring around the cat's neck may easily be detached and the ring fits completely into the small parts cylinder. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71. |
Compulsory measures: Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
Estonia |
| Serious risk | Consumer products | 9 |
Hungary |
Category: Electrical appliances Product: Hand mixer with bowl
Brand: SANUSY Austria Name: Type/number of model: SN-4212, bar code: 9120028903372
Batch number/Barcode: OECD Portal Category: Description: The product is white and grey colours. The appliance is supplied with various beaters. Main components: mains plug (JWM, 2,5 A, 250 V, + marks of approval); mains supply cord (CABLE TON N/12017, H03VVH2-F 2X0,875mm2, + marks of approval); motor (HD4515, 230 V, 50/60 Hz, Z.P Class: B), speed switch (BK-218). Technical parameters: 230 V; 50 Hz; 250 W; Class II.
Country of origin: Unknown
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Electric shock The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the cord is not fixed properly to the appliance, - the internal wiring comes into contact with moving and sharp parts, - there is non-compliance of plug dimensions, - there is no device to prevent food from getting into the appliance. The product does not comply with Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335. |
Compulsory measures: Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. |
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