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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 01-15 NOVEMBER 2012

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

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Pages 2 to 13

HARDGOODS Pages 14 to 26

TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS Pages 27 to 36

COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD Pages 37 to 39

SOFTLINES Pages 40 to 52

Audio Video and Household Appliances (5)

IT & Telecommunication (5)

Luminaries (9)

Cord Sets, Plugs & Sockets (1)

DIY, Tools and Hardware (5)

Home Furnishing & Houseware (16)

Sport & Leisure Goods (5)

Stationery and Office Supplies (0)

Textile and Clothing (26)

Shoes (0)

Bags and Accessories (1)

Jewelleries (0)

Toys (18)

Juvenile Products (1)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (6)

Household Care (0)

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E&E: AUDIO VIDEO AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY

PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems

UNITS: About 20,500

DISTRIBUTOR: Bose Corporation, of Framingham, Mass.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves dual-voltage CineMate Series II and CineMate GS Series II digital home theater speaker systems designed to operate with U.S. 120-volt electrical outlets and European outlets of 220 volts or higher. Each speaker system includes two speakers, one bass module, a remote control device, an interface module and accessories. The components are black. Dual-voltage systems included in the recall have a product code of 051365, 051470 or 057971, which are the first six digits of the serial number on the product label located on the back of the bass module.

MANUFACTURED IN: Mexico

HAZARD: A component in the bass module can fail when used outside of the U.S. in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Bose has received two reports of the bass modules igniting when used in 220-volt electrical outlets in Europe. No injuries were reported.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators

UNITS: About 7700

IMPORTER: Pramac America LLC, of Kearney, Neb.

MANUFACTURER: Am Pride Chongqing Senci IMP & EXP Trade Co., of China

DESCRIPTION: The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.

MANUFACTURED IN: China

HAZARD: The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Pramac America has received 51 reports of fuel filter leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: LG Electric Ranges

UNITS: About 161,000

MANUFACTURER: LG Electronics Inc., of South Korea

DESCRIPTION: The recalled ranges involve models LRE30451, LRE30453, LRE30755, LRE30757, and LRE30955ST. They were sold in black, white and stainless steel and with a smooth black ceramic glass top cooking surface. The recalled ranges have serial numbers starting with 512, 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608, 609, 610, 611, 612, 701, 702, 703, 704, 705, 706, 707, 708, 709, 710, 711, 712, 801, 802, 803, 804, 805, 806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 901, 902, 903, 904, 905, and 906. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label that can be seen by opening the storage drawer at the base of the unit. The electric ranges are about 47½ inches tall to the top of the backguard, 29 inches wide and 28 inches deep.

MANUFACTURED IN: South Korea and Mexico

HAZARD: Burners on the electric ranges can fail to turn off after being switched off and the temperature setting can increase unexpectedly during use, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: LG has received 80 reports of incidents involving burners failing to turn off or the temperature setting increasing unexpectedly during use. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Portable Generators


DISTRIBUTOR: American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Honda gasoline-powered portable generators with model number EU2000i and serial numbers EAAJ-2260273 through EAAJ-2485025. The generators are black and red in color or have a camouflage design. They measure about 20 inches long by 11 ½ inches wide by 16 ½ inches tall. “Honda,” “EU converter” and the model number 2000i are printed on the side of the generator. “Companion” is printed on the side of some EU2000i models. The serial number is located on the lower right side, rear corner of the generator.

MANUFACTURED IN: Japan

HAZARD: The generator’s fuel hose can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Honda is aware of four incidents of fuel leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Voltage tester

BRAND: StarkTools

NAME: Unknown

Number of model: 7781

Barcode: 4895136977816

DESCRIPTION: Voltage tester.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The metal tip is too long and the height of the protection rim is not sufficient. As a result, the user could touch the live metal tip during normal use. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61243.

Compulsory measures:

Withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from end users.


E&E: IT & TELECOMMUNICATION

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Communication and media equipment

PRODUCT: Mobile telephone for children

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Kid smart mobile phone

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: iBaby A88; S/N: 1006339088; GSM Mobile Phone; Babyguard GSM 900/1800MHZ

Batch number/Barcode: Unknown

DESCRIPTION: Children's mobile phone supplied with a power supply unit.


FIRE

The product poses a risk of fire because:

- the wrong material is used as insulation in the power supply unit;

- the power supply unit has insufficient creepage and clearance distances ;

- the plug does not comply with the standards.

In addition, the required labels are missing.

The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 50075 and EN 60950.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users and withdrawal of the product from the market.

EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Mains adaptor

BRAND: Fontastic

NAME: Universal Charger for Notebooks

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: NU40-8120300-13 (K70103) DP-LGS

Batch number/Barcode: Serial number:0912 / EAN:4 024559 218262

DESCRIPTION: Mains adaptor, switching mode power supply. Input : AC 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.0A Class II Output : 12V-24V.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the creepage distances between the primary and secondary components are inadequate.

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





NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Microphone

UNITS: About 7,500

MANUFACTURER: Nielsen-Kellerman Co., of Boothwyn, Penn.

DESCRIPTION: This recall includes NK R2 microphones manufactured before September 1, 2012. The recalled product is a microphone designed to be used by the navigator (coxswain) of rowed racing boats to direct the rowers. It is made of a rubber U-shaped base attached to a blue headband. A black metal microphone boom is attached to one end of the U and a cable with a flat, rubber-covered connector is attached to the other end. The microphones are used with the Cox Box and Cox Box Mini voice amplifiers. The NK logo appears on the headband. Recalled microphones have metal booms that are not covered by rubber and do not have a yellow warning tag on the cable.

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The metal boom of the microphone can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector and shock or burn the user.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Nielsen-Kellerman has received reports of three incidents in which the users reported second-degree burns where the metal boom contacted their face.

Voluntary recall.

EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Power supplier

BRAND: PowerPlus Enterprises

NAME: PDA Power USB 3 Sockets

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Ref No:7173

Batch number/Barcode: 5055203803625

DESCRIPTION: A car power supply unit with USB and triple socket, contained in a blister pack with a card insert featuring front facing graphics and product specifications on the rear. The power supply unit has an input voltage of 12 – 16 V DC. The USB socket has an output voltage rating of 5 V DC.


FIRE AND INJURIES

The product poses a risk of fire and injuries as it may overheat resulting in the emission of smoke such that, should this occur whilst the vehicle is in motion, it could result in a road traffic accident.

One incident reported.


Withdrawal of the product from the market.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA EB Games Australia—Spartan branded rechargeable batteries

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Spartan Branded rechargeable batteries for use with Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii gaming controllers

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

No unique identifiers

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

EB Games stores and www.ebgames.com.au

SUPPLIER

EB Games Australia

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://ebgames.com.au

No picture available.

DEFECTS

In some battery packs the two charging connections may have been reversed.

HAZARDS

If the unit short circuits, there is a high possiblity that it will catch fire.

Immediately stop using the product. Return any Spartan branded batteries, or products containing batteries, to any EB Games store for a full refund of the orginal purchase price. No receipt required.

http://ebgames.com.au


E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Night-light

BRAND: Qiaolian

NAME: LED Night Lighting

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 205

Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 6 947551 990173

DESCRIPTION: Night-light that plugs directly into a socket outlet.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The cover and the bulb can be removed without using tools when the night-light is plugged into a mains socket outlet. As a result, live parts can be touched during bulb replacement. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.



EU/SWEDEN CATEGORY: Lighting equipment

PRODUCT: Table lamp

BRAND: Boa Lights

NAME: Bordslampa

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Unknown


DESCRIPTION: Table lamp for children in the form of a small pink house. Supplied with transformer: "LED driver", NFED-065010-IP20.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The electrical insulation of the transformer is not sufficient. The creepage and clearance distances between the primary and secondary windings of the transformer are not sufficient. Transformer failure might lead to access to live parts. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61347.


Ban on the marketing of the product.


E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Realm

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Type: XY-LED-100L-230V

Batch number/Barcode: 8 101312 311005

DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with non-replaceable LED lamps and a flashing switch and control unit. Packaging: cardboard box.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

Live metal parts may become accessible because:

· the wire ends soldered to terminals of the flashing switch and control unit are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting;

· the insulation of the wiring is not suitable;

· accessible wires are in contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit.




EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Lighting chains

PRODUCT: Lighting chain

BRAND: Royal

NAME: Ice Lights

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: MD.0508


DESCRIPTION: Lighting chain with 105 miniature lamps operating directly from the mains. Packaging: colourful cardboard box.


ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE

The product poses a risk of electric shock and burns because:

· The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires can thus overheat.

· The accessible wires have only basic insulation and if they are damaged the live conductors can become accessible.

· The electrical insulation is not sufficient.

· The dimensions of the socket-outlet are not as required and it is possible to insert a single pin of a plug leaving the other live pin accessible.





E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixture

UNITS: About 8,000

IMPORTER: Dolan Northwest LLC, of Seattle d/b/a Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, Builders Lighting and Destination Lighting

MANUFACTURER: Dongguan Young Long Electric Co. Ltd.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves round ceiling-mounted light fixtures, satin nickel or bronze in color with a domed alabaster glass shade. The light fixture is 14 inches in diameter and 5.5 inches high and has two sockets marked “BO AN” that take 75 watt bulbs. The light fixtures were sold as Design Classics Model 562-09 and 562-30. The brand name and model number are on the inside of the fixture pan.


HAZARD: The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received two reports of defective fixtures which resulted in the home's Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) tripping. No injuries have been reported to the firm.

Voluntary recall.

AUSTRALIA Masters—Merry Christmas White LED Flashing Comet Rope Light & Merry Christmas White LED Flashing Star Rope Light

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Merry Christmas White LED Flashing Comet Rope Light and Merry Christmas White LED Flashing Star Rope Light


Merry Christmas White LED Flashing Comet Rope Light Article No: 100486520 - Type No: JDS3-LED24KF-4C - Batch: 2012

Merry Christmas White LED Flashing Star Rope Light Article No: 100486511 - Type No: JDS3-LED24KF-3C - Batch: 2012


Sold in Masters from 21/10/2012 - 14/11/2012

SUPPLIER

Masters

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.masters.com.au

DEFECTS

In certain instances there may be exposed wiring, which could cause an electric shock or potential fire hazard.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs there is a risk of electric shock or fire.

Customers should immediately unplug the product and return the product to any Masters store for a full refund.

http://www.masters.com.au


E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA Big W—Assorted Christmas Time LED Rope Lights

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

16 varieties of Christmas LED rope lights.


Please see the attached .pdf to access detailed information about the varieties, keycode, type number and batch details of the affected Christmas led connectable rope lights.


Sold in Big W from 16/9/2012 - 14/11/2012

SUPPLIER

Big W

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.bigw.com.au


DEFECTS


HAZARDS


Customers should immediately unplug the products and return products to any Big W store for a full refund.

AUSTRALIA Woolworths Ltd—Christmas Collection Indoor/Outdoor Christmas Lights & Connectable LED Rope Light 6m (Red, Blue, White and Green)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Christmas Collection Indoor/Outdoor Christmas Lights - Connectable LED Rope Light 6m (Red, Blue, White and Green)


Ref: 721487 APN: 4894063017718 Batch 2012


Sold in Woolworths Supermarket from 17/9/2012 - 13/11/2012.

SUPPLIER

Woolworths Ltd

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.woolworths.com.au

DEFECTS


HAZARDS


Customers should immediately unplug the product and return the product to any Woolworths store for a full refund.

http://www.bigw.com.au



E&E: LUMINARIES

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Halloween Mini Projection Lights

UNITS: About 3,000

DISTRIBUTOR: Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves plastic Halloween mini projection lights. They are about 6 inches long and have Halloween-themed black designs on them. They were sold in orange, green and purple. The projection lights came in a cardboard blister pack with a purple background. The phrase "Ghouloween" is printed on the upper left-hand corner.


HAZARD: The mini projection lights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Atico International USA has received two reports of incidents, including one minor burn injury.

Voluntary recall.


E&E: CORD SETS, PLUGS & SOCKETS

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/LITHUANIA CATEGORY: Electrical appliances and equipment

PRODUCT: Extension lead

BRAND: Acuma

NAME: Pikendusjuhe

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 113005


DESCRIPTION: Extension lead packed in plastic bag.


ELECTRIC SHOCK

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the mechanical and electrical connections are not capable of withstanding mechanical loads resulting from normal use.





HARDGOODS: DIY, TOOLS AND HARDWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Hustler and BigDog Lawn Mowers

UNITS: About 18,000

MANUFACTURER: Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan.

DESCRIPTION: The Hustler and BigDog brand riding or walk-behind lawn mowers were sold in the following colors: Hustler models in yellow; BigDog models in red. They have large mowing decks ranging from 36 to 72 inches. Model name and serial numbers can be found on a tag located on the left side of the frame in the front of the mower's fender. The following model names, serial numbers and types of lawn mower are included in this recall: see below table

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The fuel tank vent valve fitting can fail to seal and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm is aware of 152 incidents of vent valve fittings failing. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

BRAND MODEL NAME TYPE SERIAL NUMBERS

Hustler 1500 Riding Greens Riding 10062845 through 11081604

FasTrak Zero Turn riding 10121082 through 11120946

FasTrak Super Duty Zero Turn riding 10091717 through 12054999

Sport Zero Turn riding 10120377 through 12054999

Super Z Zero Turn riding 10109017 through 12054999

TrimStar Walk-behind 11033546 through 12054999

X-ONE Zero Turn riding 10090765 through 12022041

BigDog A Series Zero Turn riding 11100596 through 12054999

C Series Zero Turn riding 11031908 through 12054999

R Diablo Zero Turn riding 12020696 through 12054999

R PowerBar Zero Turn riding 12020892 through 12054999

R Series Zero Turn riding 11021137 through 12054999

T Series Walk-behind 11050815 through 12054999

X Series Zero Turn riding 11039001 through 12054999

X Diablo Zero Turn riding 11090151 through 12054999



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Master Forge Gas Grills

UNITS: About 37,000 in the U.S.

MANUFACTURER: Guangdong Vanward Electric Co., Ltd., of China

IMPORTER: L G Sourcing, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Master Forge four-burner gas grills with a single-door base. "Master Forge" is written on the grill's hood. The model number GD4825 is located on a label inside the door of the grill's base. "Item 94227" is written on the cover of the instruction manual.


HAZARD: If improperly installed, the hose connecting the gas tank and regulator to the burner control can touch the burner box and cause the hose to melt and rupture when the grill is lit. This poses a fire and burn hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Guangdong Vanward is aware of two reports of hoses melting and rupturing. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/SLOVENIA CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT: Stepladder

BRAND: Josef Steiner

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: KH4


DESCRIPTION: Stepladder with 4 steps and a platform.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Slovakia

INJURIES

The ladder is not reliable under heavy loads. Therefore the platform or step can suddenly collapse causing the user to fall off the ladder resulting in severe injuries.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 131.

Voluntary measures:




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Lawn Mower Engines


Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich.

DESCRIPTION: This recall includes Kawasaki FH, FR, FS and FX series engines used in riding and wide area, walk-behind lawnmowers made and sold under the following brand names: Ariens, Bad Boy Mowers, Big Dog, Bob-Cat, Bush Hog, Country Clipper, Cub Cadet, Dixie Chopper, Dixon, DR Power Equipment, Encore, Exmark, Ferris, Gravely, Hustler, Husqvarna, Land Pride, SCAG, Simplicity, Snapper Pro, Tiger Corp, Toro, Worldlawn and Woods. Engines may have also have been bought separately and used in other lawn mowers. Recalled engines are 13 to 36 horsepower, air-cooled, v-twin engines. “Kawasaki” and the model number are printed on the top of all of the engines. In addition, the spec and serial numbers are printed on a label on one side of the engine.

For model, spec and serial numbers, please see attached.

MANUFACTURED IN: U.S.

HAZARD: The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Kawasaki Motors has received 110 reports of fuel leaks. No injuries reported.

Voluntary recall.

EU/SLOVENIA CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT: Ladder

BRAND: Merox

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 44 (3 x 7 rungs)


DESCRIPTION: Multipurpose, Type 44 (3 x 7 rungs).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Slovenia

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the base of the ladder has insufficient grip on the ground. Therefore the ladder is likely to come away from the wall, especially when the user climbs higher up, causing him to fall from a great height resulting in serious injury.


Voluntary measures:


http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13040.html


HARDGOODS: HOME FURNISHING & HOUSEWARE

NOTIFYING COUNTRY


AUSTRALIA Woolworths Supermarkets—Homebrand Safety Matches (10 Boxes Per Pack)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

10 boxes of 45 matches each


Barcode:9300633216276


Sold in Woolworths Supermarket stores nationally.

SUPPLIER

Woolworths Supermarkets

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE



DEFECTS

In some instances, the head of the match may break up or give off sparks upon ignition.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, the product may fail, resulting in a possible burn injury or property damage.

Customers are asked to immediately stop using the matches and return them to any Woolworths Supermarket for a full refund.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Folding Camping Chairs

UNITS: About 227

IMPORTER: Rec-Out LLC, of Atlanta, Ga.

MANUFACTURER: Beststar Tourist Products Co., Ltd., of China.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves Basin model Columbus™ folding camping chairs, identified with style # CC3009-N on a label attached to the side of the seat. They are blue, foam-padded, polyester chairs with a cushioned seat and back. The chairs have adjustable side straps and two additional straps used as handles to carry the chair when folded. "Columbus" appears on the outer side of the back of the seat, above a mesh pocket.


HAZARD: Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.

Voluntary recall.




NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Sun lounger

BRAND: Jardin

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: Antia 3722630


DESCRIPTION: Folding, plastic sun lounger with armrests and six-position adjustable backrest. The bed can be rotated and moved by two wheels. Packaging: plastic foil.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Netherlands

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the mechanism for the backrest can be adjusted with one hand during use and the seat backrest can close unexpectedly to the horizontal position, while the closing armrest can cause hand and finger injuries.

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



USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Signature Command™ (electronically) Controlled Direct and B-Vent Gas Fireplaces and Inserts

UNITS: About 15,000

MANUFACTURER: Monessen Hearth Systems Co., of Paris, Ky.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves electronically controlled Majestic, Monessen and Vermont Castings direct-vent and B-vent gas fireplaces and inserts. Models included in the recall have serial numbers range from 11-X-027322 to 11-X-031501; 12-X-000275 to 12-X-015206, 11-P-032597 to 11-P-059389; and 12-P-000202 to 12-P-037583. The first two digits represent the year of manufacture, the letter represents the facility and the last six digits are sequential numbers, randomly selected. The serial number is printed on a rating plate, affixed to a cable inside the lower or side control door.

MANUFACTURED IN: United States and Mexico

HAZARD: A control component in the fireplaces and inserts can prevent the unit from lighting though gas continues to flow, posing a fire hazard.


Voluntary recall.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Furniture

PRODUCT: Camping chair

BRAND: New Europrofil

NAME: Piccolo Haut Dossier

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model 10060


DESCRIPTION: Folding camping chair with a green metal tube frame, striped textile seat and backrest, plastic arm rest and three forming springs.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Italy

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the steel straps of the chair can durably bend and the chair can tip over. In addition, the steel straps which connect the metal tubes of the seat and the back rest, have burrs and sharp edges. The user’s fingers may become entrapped when the chair is folded with great force and speed.

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



EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Kitchen/cooking accessories

PRODUCT: Barbecue grill

BRAND: Bodum

NAME: Fyrkat

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Reference: 10630-565

Batch number/Barcode: Round, red and black barbecue grill.


BURNS AND FIRE

The stand can reach a very high temperature during use leading to a risk of fire and burns. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1860.

Voluntary measures:

Withdrawal of the product from the market, recall of the product from end users and destruction of the product.



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Graco®-branded Avalon Glider Rockers with Ottoman and Complete Nursery Solution (CNS) Box 2 / Katelyn Nursery Solution Glider Rockers

UNITS: About 33,000 Avalon rockers and 5,600 CNS Box 2 / Katelyn glider rockers

IMPORTER: LaJobi, Inc., of Cranbury, N.J.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves two models of wooden glider rockers: Graco-branded Avalon and CNS Box 2/ Katelyn Nursery Solution Glider. Both products were sold in classic cherry, classic white and espresso wood finishes with sandstone colored fabric covered seats. The Avalon model comes with an ottoman. Only the rockers are affected by the recall. The Graco logo, products' item numbers, name and the place of manufacture are printed on the label located underneath the front part of the seat.

MANUFACTURED IN: China and Vietnam

HAZARD: The base of the glider rocker can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: CPSC and the firm have received 26 reports of the Avalon glider rockers breaking. In one incident, the occupant fell to the ground and sustained a minor injury. CPSC and the firm have received two reports of the CNS Box 2 glider rocker breaking with no injuries.

Voluntary recall.

GLIDER MODEL # WOOD FINISH

Avalon 1062335-065 Espresso

Avalon 1062335-071 Espresso

Avalon 1062381-065 Classic White

Avalon 1062381-071 Classic White

Avalon 1062384-065 Classic Cherry

Avalon 1062384-071 Classic Cherry

Avalon 5827914 Classic Cherry

Avalon 8529752 Classic White

Avalon 9382976 Espresso

CNS/Katelyn 7822758 Classic Cherry

CNS/Katelyn 6858104 Classic White

CNS/Katelyn 8971382 Espresso



NOTIFYING COUNTRY


USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Gruga Office Chairs

UNITS: About 70,000 in the United States and 2,300 in Canada

IMPORTER: Sauder Woodworking Company, of Archbold, Ohio

DESCRIPTION: The recalled chairs are entertainment, executive, manager's and task chairs with the brand name "GRUGA - Seating from Sauder." The chairs are sold in a variety of fabrics and colors. The model number and Universal Product Code (UPC) are on a tag attached to the bottom of the seat. A blue date code is stamped on the legal disclaimer label on the underside of the chair seat. Recalled chairs are dated August 2009 and later. The following chair models have been recalled:


HAZARD: The seat plate can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Sauder Woodworking Company has received 17 reports of seat plates breaking, two of which involved consumers falling and receiving bumps and bruises.

Voluntary recall.

DESCRIPTION MODEL UPC

Black Fabric Butterfly Chair 403612 042666601627

Executive Chair Leather Brown 404237 042666604659

Executive Chair Leather Black 404238 042666604666

Executive Chair Fabric Black 404240 042666604680

Executive Chair Leather Black 404241 042666604697

Manager's Chair Fabric Black 404242 042666604703

Manager's Chair Leather Black 404243 042666604710

Task Chair Fabric Black 404244 042666604727



Exec Chair Leather Black 404260 042666604888

Manager's Chair Fabric Black 404261 042666604895

Executive Chair Fabric Silver/Brown 404279 042666605335

Executive Chair Leather Burnt Brown 404281 042666605359

Air Seat Managers Chair 404370 042666605373

Black Micro Fabric Executive 404398 042666607742

Premium Executive Leather 405147 042666609678

Premium Executive Fabric 407688 042666609685

Fabric Manager's Chairs 407702 042666609708

Leather Manager's Chair 407894 042666609722

Deluxe Fabric Task Chair 407895 042666609739

Executive Fabric Mesh Chair 407896 042666609746

Executive Mesh Back Chair 407897 042666609920

Task Chair 408989 042666104920

Vinyl Manager's Chair 408993 042666101561

Deluxe Leather Executive Chair 409977 042666101578

X-Vibe Entertainment Chair 410409 042666105187

X-Vibe Entertainment Chair 410573 042666105170

Duraplush Mid Manager's Chair 410593 042666104883

Duraplush Manager's Chair 410879 042666104890

Air Comfort Executive Chair 412429 042666109284



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EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: melamine plates and saladbowls



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (58.0; 24.0; 8.0 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine plates and saladbowls from China

re-dispatch

EU/BELGIUM

PRODUCT: melamine bowl set



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (65.8 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine bowl set from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: melamine plates



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (58; 24; 8 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine plates from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: melamine bowl



CHEMICAL

migration of formaldehyde (201<=> 1663 mg/kg - ppm) from melamine bowl from China

re-dispatch

EU/CZECH REPUBLIC

PRODUCT: crumbs and nut grinder


No picure available.

CHEMICAL

plastic fragments in crumbs and nut grinder from China

re-dispatch

EU/ITALY

PRODUCT: stainless steel knives



CHEMICAL

migration of chromium (18.3 mg/kg - ppm), of nickel (0.3 mg/kg - ppm) and of manganese (0.7 mg/kg - ppm) from stainless steel knives from China

re-dispatch

AUSTRALIA Bar Crusher Boats—Seat Box

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Aluminium seat box with 75mm aluminium tube welded to a top plate for the purpose of mounting a seat base pivot.


There are no identifying features on the seat box.


Bar Crusher Boats dealers

SUPPLIER

Bar Crusher Boats

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.barcrusher.com.au

DEFECTS

Under very heavy loads it is possible for the seat box weld to fatigue and crack.

HAZARDS

If the seat box tube fails completely the seat could detach from the seat box and pose a fall hazard to consumers.

Inspect the seat box tube weld for fatigue cracking. If fatigue cracking is identified consumers should contact their nearest Bar Crusher dealer for rectification. For more information contact Bar Crusher head office on (03) 97922999.

http://www.barcrusher.com.au



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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Other

PRODUCT: Roman blinds

BRAND: Gardinia

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Andrea- 604066


DESCRIPTION: Roman blinds, black fabric, 60/175 cm (also other sizes) Operated by a plastic ball chain on one side of the blind. The product is intended to be installed by the consumer.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Unknown

STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because the chain can form a loop in which a child could become entangled. The product does not bear adequate warnings.


Warning consumers of the risks, ban on the marketing of the product, withdrawal of the product from the market and recall of the product from end users.


HARDGOODS: SPORT & LEISURE GOODS

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AUSTRALIA FLO Cycling—Bicycle Wheel Rim Tape

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Plastic strip delivered free of charge with purchased cycling wheels. The rim tape is intended to cover the spoke holes in the rim to prevent the inner-tube from bursting when inflated.


The rim tape is a yellow plastic strip that was provided for free with the purchase of FLO 60, FLO 90 and FLO DISC wheels. The number 700X18 A/V is printed on the tape. The serial number is located either on the wheel rim under the tube or on the outer edge of the disc wheel.

Please see attached pdf for the list of affected serial numbers.


Sold direct through the FLO cycling website.

SUPPLIER

FLO Cycling

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.flocycling.com

DEFECTS

The rim tape can fail and break under pressure.

HAZARDS

If the rim tape breaks, the inner-tube of the bicycle can puncture or burst, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Please stop using the rim tape immediately. All affected customers will be receiving a customer letter from FLO Cycling informing them how they can be compensated. The letter includes a form that must be filled out and returned to FLO Cycling free of charge.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycles

UNITS: About 40

IMPORTER: Diamondback Bicycles, of Kent, Wash.

MANUFACTURER: Universal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, China

DESCRIPTION: Bicycles included in the recall are the 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX, which are black in color and sold in various sizes ranging from 50-cm to 59-cm. "RCX" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle. The bicycle is for use on or off-road.


HAZARD: Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall or crash.


Voluntary recall.

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1030168

http://www.flocycling.com



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AUSTRALIA Fitness Anywhere LLC—TRX Suspension Trainer Devices

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This recall involves older model “Professional” (P1) and “Tactical” (T1) TRX Suspension Trainer fitness devices manufactured between January 2006 and July 2007. The recalled products’ anchor straps are yellow or khaki nylon with a carabiner at the top and a black nylon loop on the bottom. The recalled devices have hand-grips with no end bumpers, which are black plastic caps covering the ends and preventing the plastic under the foam from being exposed. The recalled products also have badges on the straps with the TRX logo and the word “Professional” (for P1 devices) or “Tactical” (for T1 devices) on them.


The products do not have any identifying numbers on the devices.


Danny Kennedy and HFI

SUPPLIER

Fitness Anywhere LLC

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.trxtraining.com

DEFECTS

The strap length-adjustment buckles can break, posing a fall hazard.

HAZARDS

If the defect occurs, the user may fall and suffer serious injury.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product. Contact Fitness Anywhere to arrange to return the recalled product for a replacement TRX Suspension Trainer device. Return authorization is required prior to returning the units. Contact Fitness Anywhere's toll-free number at (888)-221-7417 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT or [email protected].

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Tikit Folding Bicycles

UNITS: About 3,800

MANUFACTURER: Green Gear Cycling Inc., dba Bike Friday, of Eugene, Ore.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves all models of tikit brand folding bicycles. The 16-inch wheel custom bicycles were sold in various colors. The Bike Friday tikit brand decal is affixed to the bike frame.

MANUFACTURED IN: U.S.A.

HAZARD: The tikit bike’s handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a head laceration that required stitches.

Voluntary recall.

http://www.trxtraining.com



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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: High pressure scuba diving air hoses

UNITS: About 2,590 total units: 1900 Innovative Scuba Concepts hoses, about 480 Trident Diving Equipment hoses and about 210 A-Plus Marine hoses

IMPORTERS: Innovative Scuba Concepts Inc., of Colorado Springs, Colo., Trident Diving Equipment, of Chatsworth, Calif. and A-Plus Marine, of Gulf Breeze, Fla.

MANUFACTURER: Li Chung Plastics Ind. Co. Ltd, of Taiwan

DESCRIPTION: The recalled air hoses are black braided high pressure scuba air hoses. The hoses measure about one centimeter in diameter and vary in length from 6-inches to 40-inches. These hoses attach to the regulator first stage and are intended for use with the submersible pressure gauge (SPG's) that indicate the air pressure in the scuba diving tank. These recalled hoses were sold under the Phantom and Mesh Flex brand names printed only on the product packaging. The air hoses have production date codes stamped into the metal fitting that attaches to the regulator with the following codes:

Innovative Scuba Concepts: 11Q3, 11Q4 and 12Q1 Trident Diving Equipment: T0811, T0911, T1011, T1111, T1211, T0112, and T0212 A-Plus Marine: 11Q3, 11Q4, and 12Q1

MANUFACTURED IN: Taiwan

HAZARD: The diving hose can rupture reducing the available air supply to the diver, posing a drowning hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The importers have received nine reports of burst hoses. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.


TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: TOYS

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll

BRAND: Dimian AG

NAME: Bambolina & Sisters

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item No. DV 1900


DESCRIPTION: 4 similar plastic dolls (3.84 kg) with dark or blond hair, different clothes and similar shoes. Packed in a cardboard box with a transparent window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the doll contains up to 12 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.


Import rejected at border.

EU/ITALY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Radio-controlled toy

BRAND: Joki Time

NAME: Farm Truck



DESCRIPTION: A green and red model tractor/digger in a box; the packaging carries the statement that the toy is intended for children under three years of age.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the farm truck contains 0.14 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.





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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Police toy set

BRAND: Combat Mission

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model. SO-22712A,

Batch number/Barcode: T012868 (on the label), Barcode: 690000128684

DESCRIPTION: The set consists of 1 black plastic toy gun, 6 pink projectiles with suction cups, one pair of grey handcuffs, 2 grenades, 1 bandoleer and 1 rotating target plate. Packaging: transparent plastic bag with carton


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 8.5% by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 0.5% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).





PRODUCT: Plastic toy gun

BRAND: Pietro Plastic Toys

NAME: Kommandós pisztoly


Batch number/Barcode: Barcode: 5998087518837

DESCRIPTION: Black and brown plastic gun with 6 yellow bullets. Packaging: transparent plastic bag with carton.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Hungary

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the bullets contain 37% by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).






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EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy xylophone – frog

BRAND: La malle aux jouets

NAME: Xylophone frog (Xylophone grenouille)


Batch number: AC04429

DESCRIPTION: Wooden xylophone on roulette wheels, frog design painted in different colours, with a cord to pull it along. Dimensions of the xylophone: approx. L.19 cm, l.19 cm and h. 9cm.


INJURIES AND CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because of loose, small parts (metallic screws) which can be ingested or inhaled by small children. These small parts are non-functional spikes and can therefore injure users.

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

Voluntary measures:


EU/ESTONIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy mobile phone

BRAND: Qunxing

NAME: Benign girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: QX-1103SS-1


DESCRIPTION: The toy is a folding mobile phone made of white and pink plastic. There are stickers with a picture of a doll on the phone and the inscriptions “Vision”, “Super Telephone” and “Benign Girl”. There is also a pink cord attached to the toy. The toy is battery-operated. The phone is packed in a cardboard box bearing the words “Benign Girl”, “Super telephone”.


DAMAGE TO HEARING

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound level is too high.

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





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EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Magic bath balls

BRAND: Splashy Land

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 0311 and 0211


DESCRIPTION: Magic balls, 6 cm in diameter, sold in sets of 3 or 6, packed in individual plastic film and then in a transparent plastic case. When in contact with water, the effervescent cosmetic ball dissolves, releasing a capsule which floats for several minutes on the surface of the water. This capsule then melts and releases a small sponge, which until then had been compressed inside the capsule. The sponge comes in different amusing shapes for children (objects, characters, animals, etc.).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: South Africa

CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking because of the capsules which release sponges when they dissolve. The capsule is therefore accessible and can be swallowed by small children.

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

Voluntary measures:



PRODUCT: Plastic dolls

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: Exquisite Girl

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 3391 ;

Item no. DO213703


DESCRIPTION: The doll set includes three plastic dolls: 1 boy doll in a black suit, 1 girl doll in a purple dress and a little child doll in a burgundy coloured dress. The packaging is a transparent bag with a cardboard strip.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 33 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).






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PRODUCT: Toy truck

BRAND: To Bia’S Giochi

NAME: Super Truck

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Article code 25117G


DESCRIPTION: Toy truck with lights and sounds. Packaged in a cardboard box with a window, average dimensions 26.50 x 18.00 x 10.50 cm.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 2.8-3.2 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).





PRODUCT: Facemask

BRAND: Due ESSE Christmas s.r.l

NAME: Tempo di Carnevale

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Witch mask ASS


DESCRIPTION: Soft plastic and textile full-face mask, representing a witch, contained in a sealed plastic bag.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic material in the mask contains 9% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or childcare article can be placed in the mouth by children.





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EU/ NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: LG

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Art.nr. 4725


DESCRIPTION: Small doll in plastic tube.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 32.4 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the 2.5% DEHP in the doll's legs. In addition the product contains 0.6% by weight of di-isonylephthalate (DINP).





PRODUCT: Plastic doll with accessories

BRAND: Bar Meir

NAME: Fashion girls

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Code 003


DESCRIPTION: Doll packed in a transparent plastic-fronted cardboard box. with additional dresses. There are various indications on the packaging.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the head of the doll contains 23 % by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).






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EU/ESTONIA CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Toy Mobile Phone

BRAND: Tono Jia

NAME: Hamburger Cellphone

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Item NO.2166A1


DESCRIPTION: A hamburger-shaped, toy mobile phone made of yellow and brown plastic. There is a sticker with an inscription “Hamburger Cellphone” inside the phone. The toy is battery- operated. It is packed into a cardboard box bearing the words “Hamburger Cellphone”. On the packaging there are a number of items; EAN code, CE-marking, country of origin and a pictogram indicating that the toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old.


DAMAGE TO HEARING

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound level is too high.

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

Voluntary measures:


EU/ NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: LG

NAME: Cutie Kids Fashion Collection

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 07017 Item no. LG044358


DESCRIPTION: Doll in cardboard box with transparent plastic window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because various parts contain up to 36.2 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).






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EU/ NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys


BRAND: LG

NAME: Baby Love

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: No. 08092 Item no. LG030245


DESCRIPTION: Doll in a plastic bag with zip and transparent window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because various parts contain up to 28.2 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).




EU/ NETHERLANDS

CATEGORY: Toys

PRODUCT: Plastic doll with accessories

BRAND: LG

NAME: Bonny

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: LG090027


DESCRIPTION: Little doll and dog, with bedroom furniture, supplied in a cardboard box with a transparent plastic window.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 38.4% bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the head of the doll; 21.7% and 4.9% diisononyl phthalate (DINP) in the arms of the doll; 4.0% bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 19.2% diisononyl phthalate ( DINP) in the legs of the doll; 18.7% diisononyl phthalate ( DINP), 7.6% bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 2.1% diisononyl phthalate ( DINP) in the shoes of the doll. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.





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PRODUCT: Police play-set

BRAND: Unknown

NAME: S.W.A.T.

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: S1012483


DESCRIPTION: Police set consisting of 1 black plastic toy gun, 5 pink projectiles with suction cups in a bandoleer, one pair of glasses. The gun set is packed in a blister pack.


CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the projectiles contain 6.9% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 6.7 % by weight of di-butyl phthalate (DBP).




AUSTRALIA Spend-A-Penny—Paradise Growth Baby Toy

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Set of four plastic baby rattles with moving parts


Product Code - 13000327 Barcode - 9339640098520


Spend-A-Penny and Bargain Basement & Gifts

SUPPLIER

Spend-A-Penny


DEFECTS

The toys may liberate small parts when dropped. Small parts may present a choking hazard to children under the age of 3 years. Tests indicate that the toys do not comply with the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age.

HAZARDS

Small parts may be liberated when the toys are dropped. Small parts present a potential choking hazard to young children.

Immediately cease using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.


TOYS AND JUVENILE PRODUCTS: JUVENILE PRODUCTS

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EU/UNITED KINGDOM

CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment

PRODUCT: Soother

BRAND: Griptight

NAME: Standard Silicone Decorated Soothers


Batch number/Barcode: 11B0480

DESCRIPTION: Packs of three soothers – in bright blue and fuchsia pink colours (three soothers of the same colour per pack). The blue soothers have small dark blue spots decorating the soother shield. The three soothers are packed in plastic packaging.


CHOKING

The product poses a risk of choking as the teat can easily come loose and be swallowed by small children.

The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1400-2.

Voluntary measures:

Recall of the product from end users.


COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE AND HOUSEHOLD: COSMETICS AND PERSONAL CARE

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EU/FINLAND CATEGORY: Cosmetics

PRODUCT: Teeth whitening product

BRAND: Beaming White

NAME: Advanced Teeth Whitening

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Professional Teeth Whitening Kit 38% H2O2

Batch number/Barcode: Lot No. 1380436, best before 11/2013

DESCRIPTION: Teeth whitening equipment packed in a white cardboard box.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 38% carbamide peroxide exceeding the permitted level.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.35

Compulsory measures: Import rejected at border.

EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Food-imitating products

PRODUCT: Bath Oil

BRAND: Manufaktura

NAME: Original Wine Cosmetics


Barcode:8591113007038,

Batch No: 1 02.0819/0206; best-before date: 08 /2013 6 M

DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle (20 cm tall) with approximately 2 cm opening, 3 adhesive labels, screw cap. Appearance: red liquid with strawberry-cream-coloured foamy crown. Odour: sweet and fruity. Taste: unpleasant but not bitter.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Czech Republic

HEALTH RISK AND OTHER

The product poses a health risk because the liquid contains 3.0 g/100g of anionic tenside which, if swallowed, may cause aspiration pneumonia. Due to its characteristic form, appearance and packaging, consumers may mistake the product for foodstuffs and therefore swallow the liquid.

The product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.

Voluntary measures:




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PRODUCT: Shower Gel

BRAND: Manufaktura

NAME: Original Beer Cosmetics – Beer Shower Gel

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch No: 1 20.07.11/216, best-before date: 07/2014 6 M


DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle (20 cm tall) with approximately 2 cm opening, 3 adhesive labels, screw cap. Appearance: brown viscous liquid. Odour: sweet, slight beer note. Taste: unpleasant but not bitter.





Voluntary measures:



PRODUCT: Shower Gel

BRAND: Manufaktura

NAME: Original Wine Cosmetics

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch No: 1 26.05.11/157, best-before date: 05/2014 6 M


DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle (20 cm tall) with approximately 2 cm opening, 3 adhesive labels, screw cap. Appearance: dark red viscous fluid. Odour: sweet and fruity. Taste: unpleasant but not bitter.





Voluntary measures:




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EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Food Imitating products

PRODUCT: Hair Shampoo

BRAND: Manufaktura

NAME: Original Beer Cosmetics - Beer Hair Shampoo

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch No 1 02.08.11/242, best-before date: 08/2014 6 M

Batch number/Bar code: 8591113006055

DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle (20 cm tall) with approx. 2 cm opening, 3 adhesive labels, screw cap. Appearance: light brown viscous liquid. Odour: sweet, slight beer note. Taste: unpleasant but not bitter.





Voluntary measures:


EU/GERMANY CATEGORY: Food imitating products

PRODUCT: Hair Shampoo

BRAND: Manufaktura

NAME: Original Wine Cosmetics - Wine Shampoo

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Batch No: 1 02.08 10/0206, best-before date: 08/2013 6 M

Batch number/Bar code: 8591113009339

DESCRIPTION: Plastic bottle (20 cm tall) with approx. 2 cm opening, 2 adhesive labels, screw cap. Appearance: red viscous liquid. Odour: sweet and fruity. Taste: unpleasant but not bitter.





Voluntary measures:



SOFTLINES: TEXTILE AND CLOTHING

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EU/BULGARIA CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' skirt

BRAND: Venera

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s skirt in various colours, with cords in the waist area that are not fixed at one point, and decorative drawstrings which hang below the lower hem of the skirt.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because of the presence of a cord in the waist area which is not attached to the garment and due to decorative drawstrings hanging below the lower hem of the garment.





PRODUCT: Girls' clothing set

BRAND: Kay Syan

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Q-224


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit consisting of two parts – a dress and a bolero. The dress has a layered skirt and an elastic top with shoulder straps. The bolero is short-sleeved and has elastic cords in the neck area.


STRANGULATION

The product poses the risk of strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the neck area.






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PRODUCT: Children’s nightdress

BRAND: Mymosa

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s nightdress, with functional cords in the neck area, intended for children up to 7 years old, sold without packaging.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Turkey

STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of cords in the neck area.





PRODUCT: Girls' Bikini

BRAND: Samegame

NAME: Unknown

Number of model: 12106


DESCRIPTION: Girls’ two-piece swimming costume in various colours. The top has two elastic cords tied at the neck and the back. On both sides of the bottom part there are cords that are tied.


INJURIES AND STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords with free ends and knots in the neck area, the back and the waist.






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PRODUCT: Boys' trousers

BRAND: A.W diamond

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s trousers with a cord at the waist, no packaging.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a cord in the waist area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.




PRODUCT: Girls' dress

BRAND: Mtex

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s dress, with shoulder straps with loose ends, sold without packaging.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Bulgaria

INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords with free ends that are intended to be tied at the shoulders.






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PRODUCT: Children’s pyjamas

BRAND: H&T

NAME: Miss Linka


Batch number/Barcode: BE249

DESCRIPTION: Children’s pyjamas consisting of two parts, intended for children up to 7 years of age.


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of cords in the knee area that extend below the hemline.





PRODUCT: Children’s sweatshirt

BRAND: Bilge Baby Club

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s sweatshirt with a hood and cords with free ends, in a combination of grey and pink, pink and purple, with a zipper and two pockets. On the front of the sweatshirt in pink and purple there is an inscription "RIPE NUN 3 5" and on the front of the sweatshirt in grey and pink there is a pink flower and two hearts. No packaging.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of cords in the hood.






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PRODUCT: Children’s jacket

BRAND: Mertoğlu Baby

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s sleeveless jacket in blue, red and yellow colours, with a hood with cords and a zipper. On the front of the yellow and red jacket there are appliqued patterns and the inscription: "LOVE, POWER, GIRL 23, 3". On the blue jacket there is an inscription: "MOUNTAIN, CAMP X – 452". The products are sold without packaging.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the hood.





PRODUCT: Girls' sleeveless jacket

BRAND: Mertoğlu Baby

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: code: 01080070

DESCRIPTION: Girls’ sleeveless jacket in cyclamen colour, supplied with a hood with cords, and a zipper. On the front there is an appliqued pattern depicting two boys. No packaging.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of cords in the hood area.






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PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set

BRAND: Bilge Baby Club

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: code: 01050271


DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit – a sweatshirt with a hood with cords and a pair of trousers, in a combination of pink and grey. On the front there is an appliquéd pattern of flowers, attached sequins and the inscription: "LUCKY MBER". No packaging.


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BRAND: Hayrettin

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 02070100.


DESCRIPTION: Children’s jacket supplied with a hood that has a functional cord, in pale green colour, with a zipper and two pockets.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the hood area.






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BRAND: Hasel

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Children’s jacket with a hood that has a functional cord, in red colour. No packaging.


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PRODUCT: Girls' dress

BRAND: Kid's girl

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: JSJ-72

DESCRIPTION: Dress intended for children up to 7 years of age, with cords around the neck and the following inscriptions on the front: "Allou Fashion", "state b2".


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of cords in the neck area.






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PRODUCT: Children’s bolero

BRAND: Cichlid

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: C1Y17100900404 AD


DESCRIPTION: Children’s bolero, intended for children up to 7 years of age, in pink colour with sequins on the front and cords to be tied in the chest area that are about 270 mm long. There is an attached textile label with the following information, "Renk Fusya/Model Kodu, Model Adi CICHLID 1009-004 KIZ".


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the chest area.





PRODUCT: Children’s clothing set

BRAND: Babyland

NAME: Unknown


Batch number/Barcode: 0203038.

DESCRIPTION: Children’s outfit – a sweatshirt with a hood with cords and a pair of trousers, in a combination of pink and dark blue, purple and dark blue. On the front of the sweatshirt there are attached appliquéd patterns and sequins. There are labels with information in Bulgarian and a foreign language.

On the front of the sweatshirt and on the trousers there are various inscriptions: "Stars 38", "Best team". No packaging.


STRANGULATION

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area.






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EU/HUNGARY CATEGORY: Clothing, textiles and fashion items

PRODUCT: Girls' swimming outfit

BRAND: Xiao jin yu

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Model: 719-1


DESCRIPTION: Girls' bikini with matching skirt. The top can be tied with cords at the neck and back.. The cords have knotted ends. The bikini bottom can be tied with functional cords (made of the same material as the bikini) at both sides. The cord's length is greater than 140 mm. The product is available in yellow, green, blue, red and pink colours. It is decorated with ribbon, a bear's head, butterflies, flowers and dogs. Size: 6-10 Product packaging: cellophane bag.



The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords in the neck area, at the back and in the waist area.





PRODUCT: Girls’ bikinis

BRAND: Union-Star

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1. Model: 5018; 2. Model: D08304

Batch number/Barcode: 1,-; 2, 3000000432020

DESCRIPTION: 1. Blue-pink-yellow girls’ bikini. The top can be tied with functional cords that have free ends in the neck area and at the back. The cords have knotted ends. Size: 98-128.

2. Plain bikini. The left side of the bikini top is decorated with sequins. The top can be tied with functional cords that have free ends in the neck area and at the back. The bottom of the bikini can be adjusted and tied with cords that have free ends in the waist area. The cords have knotted ends. Size: 146-164



1. The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords with knots at the ends in the neck area and at the back of the swimsuit.

2. The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords with knots at the ends in the neck area and at the back of the swimsuit. Functional cords in the waist area also pose a serious risk of injuries to children.






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PRODUCT: Girls' bikinis

BRAND: Hello Girl

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1-P82; 2- P85


DESCRIPTION:

1. Model (P82): Light green bikini with white polka dots. The right side of the bikini top is decorated with an umbrella and the left side is decorated with a bag and an inscription “Hello”. The top can be tied around the neck with functional cords and at the back. Size: 3/4, 7/8, 11/12, 13/14

2. Model (P85): Girl’s bikini. The right side of the bikini top is decorated with ice-cream and the left side of the bikini top is decorated with a little mouse and an inscription “Hi”. The top can be tied around the neck with function cords and at the back. The cords have knotted ends. Size: 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14.



The products pose a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of free halter-neck cords on the top and functional cords with free ends to be tied at the back.





PRODUCT: Girls’ trousers

BRAND: AD miring

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: TK-1063


DESCRIPTION: Leisure trousers for girls. The waistband of the trousers includes an unattached drawstring. The trousers are decorated with two hearts, strasses and an inscription: “Mystery”. Size: 128-158.


INJURIES

The product poses a serious risk of injuries because of the presence of a drawstring in the waist area.






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PRODUCT: Girls' swimsuit

BRAND: Xiao jin yu

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: Red coloured, patterned, one-piece swimsuit for girls. The swimsuit can be tied and adjusted with functional cords that have free-ends in the neck area, at the back and in the waist area.

Size: 6-10.



The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of functional cords with free ends in the neck area, at the back and in the waist area of the swimsuit.





PRODUCT: Girls' bikini

BRAND: Robesto

NAME: Unknown



DESCRIPTION: The top of the girl’s bikini is red-coloured with dark blue and white stripes. The bottom part of the bikini is decorated with a flower-shaped, plastic buckle. The top can be tied with functional cords that have free ends in the neck area and at the back. The cords have knotted ends.

Size: 104/110, 116/122, 128/134.



The products pose a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of free, halter-neck cords on the top and functional cords with free ends to be tied at the back.






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PRODUCT: Girls' bikinis

BRAND: Sun & Ocean

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 1, 426; 2, 631


DESCRIPTION:

1. Checked bikini. The top can be tied with cords that have free ends in the neck area and at the back. The bottom of the bikini can be adjusted and tied with cords that have free ends in the waist area. The cords have knotted ends.

Size: 104-134 2

2. The pink bikini is decorated with animal motifs. The top can be tied with cords that have free ends in the neck area and at the back. The bottom of the bikini can be adjusted and tied with cords that have free ends in the waist area. The cords have knotted ends.

Size: 104-146.



The products pose a risk of strangulation and injuries because of the presence of free, halter-neck cords on the top and functional cords with free ends to be tied at the back.





PRODUCT: Girls' swimsuit

BRAND: Keyzi

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: ELIZA


DESCRIPTION: Patterned one-piece girl's swimwear. The swimsuit can be tied with cords at the back. The cords have knotted ends. Size: 116, 122, 146 .

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Poland

INJURIES

The product poses a serious risk of injuries because of the presence of functional cords with knots at the back of the swimsuit.





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PRODUCT: Men's leather wristband

BRAND: Six

NAME: Unknown

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: CII 111111-947


DESCRIPTION: Man's black leather bracelet. The bracelet consists of two braided straps that are fixed with a leather cord at two points. The product is without packaging.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India

CHEMICAL

The product poses a chemical risk because the leather wristband contains azo dyes releasing 590 mg/kg of benzidine.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.



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PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE

The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications.

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The Rapid Alert System for food and feed (RASFF)-Weekly overview reports of RASFF notifications.

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PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

Recalls and Product Safety News

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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html (US Cosmetics recalls) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

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

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

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