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Friday, February 22, 2019

Dangerous non-food products : Products with serious risks Click to enlarge 1 of 1 photo Share on Alert number: A12/0321/19 Category: Gadgets Product: Waterproof phone case Brand: Unknown Name: Waterproof Case Type / number of model: B74031 Batch number / Barcode: Unknown Risk type: Environment The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.32%). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation). Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer) Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor Click to enlarge 1 of 1 photo Share on Alert number: A12/0318/19 Category: Hand tools Produc


Products with serious risks 

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Alert number: A12/0321/19       
Category:  Gadgets
 
Product:  Waterproof phone case
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Waterproof Case
 
Type / number of model:  B74031
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.32%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0318/19       
Category:  Hand tools
 
Product:  Garden hose
 
Brand: Green>it
 
Name: Green hose set
 
Type / number of model:  9025811
 
Batch number / Barcode:  5708614912768
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The hose contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 4.66%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. 

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0300/19       
Category:  Hobby/sports equipment
 
Product:  Fitness mat
 
Brand: Deuser
 
Name: Fitness-Matte
 
Type / number of model:  121041R
 
Batch number / Barcode:  4007480015704
 
Risk type:  Chemical, Environment
 
The plastic in the mat contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 2.2%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

SCCPs are suspected human carcinogens. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. 

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0330/19       
Category:  Hobby/sports equipment
 
Product:  Bicycle saddle cover
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  248
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1.12%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the persecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0334/19       
Category:  Hobby/sports equipment
 
Product:  Football
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  9048306
 
Batch number / Barcode:  5706245581810
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The plastic ball contains di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 0.13% by weight).
This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. 

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0332/19       
Category:  Jewellery
 
Product:  Necklace
 
Brand: Jewelry Fashion
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  54314
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6 438278 543143
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The smaller round medallion contains cadmium (measured value: 94 % by weight).
Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Import rejected at border

 

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Alert number: A12/0319/19       
Category:  Lighting equipment
 
Product:  LED helmet light
 
Brand: STEEDS
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  940150
 
Batch number / Barcode:  4052083104386
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solder in the product contains lead above limit values (measured value up to 46% by weight).
Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0325/19       
Category:  Lighting equipment
 
Product:  Foldable desk lamp
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  93302
 
Batch number / Barcode:  PO702084
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solder contains lead (measured value up to 71% by weight) in concentrations above limit values.
Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0329/19       
Category:  Lighting equipment
 
Product:  Torch
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  P513.822
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solders contain cadmium (measured value up to 0.39% by weight) and lead (measured value up to 48% by weight) in concentrations above limit values.
Cadmium and lead pose a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0331/19       
Category:  Lighting equipment
 
Product:  Torch
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  341377VN
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solder contains lead (measured value up to 50% by weight) in concentrations above limit values.
Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0337/19       
Category:  Lighting equipment
 
Product:  Table lamp
 
Brand: ArtHome
 
Name: Lume
 
Type / number of model:  SM1451
 
Batch number / Barcode:  8034048202029 (on the product); 8034048202128 (on the packaging)
 
Risk type:  Burns, Electric shock
 
The insulation is inadequate. Moreover, the power cord can easily detach or become damaged, giving access to live parts.
The user can touch live or hot parts and receive an electric shock or suffer burns.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598-1.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

Alert number: A12/0309/19       
Category:  Motor vehicles
 
Product:  Passenger car
 
Brand: Porsche
 
Name: Cayenne - conventional and hybrid(PHEV), Macan
 
Type / number of model:  Cayenne: Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*1085* (92A M1G) e13*2007/46*1106* (92A N1G) e13*2007/46*1107* (92AH N1G) e13*2007/46*1108* (92AH M1G) Types: 92A, 92AN, 92AH, 92AHN, Macan: Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*1165 (M1) e13*2007/46*1164 (N1) Types: 95B, 95BN
 
Batch number / Barcode:  The vehicles in question were manufactured between January 2017 and February 2018.
 
Risk type:  Injuries
 
The retaining straps on the vehicle's ski bag may be defective.
The ski bag may not stay in position when subjected to a high load.
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

 

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Alert number: A12/0315/19       
Category:  Protective equipment
 
Product:  Inflatable armbands
 
Brand: Numerous Star
 
Name: Arm circle
 
Type / number of model:  8" X 6"
 
Batch number / Barcode:  50112393
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The valve of the inflatable armband contains di(2-etylhexyl) phthalate-DEHP (measured value 21 % by weight) and di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP) (measured value: 0.3 % by weight).
These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system and the liver.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the Personal Protective Equipment regulation.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Retailer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0322/19       
Category:  Protective equipment
 
Product:  Safety reflector
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  731211-z
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.38%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0328/19       
Category:  Protective equipment
 
Product:  Safety reflector
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  288
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solders contain lead (measured value up to 81%) above limit values and the plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.931%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.
Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation) and with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0312/19       
Category:  Childcare articles and children's equipment
 
Product:  Baby carrier
 
Brand: Kekk
 
Name: Backpack Plus Black
 
Type / number of model:  Backpack Plus / Baby Pack Plus 015-014-004
 
Batch number / Barcode:  8 718531 445109
 
Risk type:  Injuries
 
The frame of the product is not strong enough and has no locking mechanism.
It could break or spontaneously fold while still carrying a baby, causing the baby to fall.

The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 13209-1.
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

 

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Alert number: A12/0298/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Inflatable swim-ring
 
Brand: Sainteve
 
Name: Swim Ring
 
Type / number of model:  ITEM N0: SY-A1098
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The plastic of the swim-ring and the valve contain bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 5% and 0.9% by weight, respectively).
This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Retailer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0299/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy Microphone
 
Brand: Johntoy
 
Name: Microphone - Mit light - Avec lumiére - Con luz
 
Type / number of model:  Item Number: 29389
 
Batch number / Barcode:  8 711866 293896
 
Risk type:  Chemical, Environment, Injuries
 
The microphone can easily break, causing the button batteries to become accessible.

A child may put them in the mouth, causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract.
Additionally, the solder in three different places inside the toy contains too much lead (measured value up to: 70% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Directive, the relevant European standard EN 62115 and the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Recall of the product from end users

 

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Alert number: A12/0303/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Glow stick
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  2151-7/1.75
 
Batch number / Barcode:  8591044542172
 
Risk type:  Chemical, Choking
 
The battery compartment can easily be opened without the use of any tools, leaving button cell batteries accessible.
A child may put these in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child's gastrointestinal tract. They may also cause choking if swallowed by a small child.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71-1 and EN 62115.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Retailer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0304/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy pushchair with doll
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Baby Small Cart
 
Type / number of model:  No. S876
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6998880080035
 
Risk type:  Chemical, Injuries
 
The pushchair is not sufficiently resistant to load and can easily collapse, causing injuries. In addition, the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 4.8% by weight).
This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.

 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0305/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Crystal Mud
 
Type / number of model:  CX-1731
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6 951325 166800
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 879 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0307/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Pu Noise Putty
 
Type / number of model:  LCP-001
 
Batch number / Barcode:  Lot No. 0019/12 8 435124 170858
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 981 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0308/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Children's fancy-dress costume
 
Brand: Star Wars
 
Name: Executioner Trooper
 
Type / number of model:  Item No 640110
 
Batch number / Barcode:  Code: 8 83028 23993, Lot No 7045
 
Risk type:  Burns
 
The fancy-dress costume is easily flammable and the flame propagation is too high.
If it catches fire, the child could suffer burns.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-2.
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Retailer)

 

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Alert number: A12/0310/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Slyme clay
 
Type / number of model:  55-2
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6 958455 624569, 6 987542 687507
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: up to 546 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0313/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Plastic doll
 
Brand: ABABABY, SMILE
 
Name: Annie Baby
 
Type / number of model:  Item Nr.: KJ883, HKJ368D, YKJ368B
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6920778206622
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The plastic material of the doll's head contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 31 % by weight).
This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0314/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Soft toy
 
Brand: Baby Gong Wei Gang
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  V51-3
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Choking
 
The eyes and nose of the toy can easily detach. In addition, the fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to the weakness of the plastic zipper.
A small child may put the small parts in the mouth and choke.

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

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0333/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Wooden toy rattle
 
Brand: Classic World
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  3053
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6927049001185
 
Risk type:  Choking
 
The product contains a small wooden ball that can easily fall out between the bars of the rattle.
A small child could put it in the mouth and choke on it.

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

Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Distributor)

 

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Alert number: A12/0338/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  Unknown
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6 958455 624569
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 533 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0339/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy Slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unicorn Crystal Mud
 
Type / number of model:  Unknown
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6 958455 624569
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 506 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0341/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: CRYSTAL SOIL - HELLO SUMMER
 
Type / number of model:  PL00605
 
Batch number / Barcode:  2 900000 225268
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slimes is too high (measured value: up to 874 mg/kg for red).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0342/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: CRYSTAL MUD
 
Type / number of model:  PL00604
 
Batch number / Barcode:  2 900000 225251
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
Due to the container's characteristic form, appearance and size, this product may be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead consumers, and specially children, to put them in the mouth and ingest its content.

The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: up to 1461 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Food Imitating Products Directive, the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0345/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Play tent
 
Brand: Eureka Kids
 
Name: My Little Explorer
 
Type / number of model:  Ref. 94570874
 
Batch number / Barcode:  8435404813369
 
Risk type:  Choking
 
Some pieces of velcro on the tent can become detached, generating a small part.
A small child may put them in the mouth and choke.

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

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Import rejected at border

 

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Alert number: A12/0346/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Toy slime
 
Brand: HTI
 
Name: Teamsterz Slime
 
Type / number of model:  1374304
 
Batch number / Barcode:  Batch: 05BB1 5 050837 430414
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value up to 2165 mg/kg).
Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Voluntary withdrawal (By: Manufacturer)

 

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Alert number: A12/0301/19       
Category:  Clothing, textiles and fashion items
 
Product:  Children's dress
 
Brand: Cutey Pie
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  50JTC1005
 
Batch number / Barcode:  3 664795 008992
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The dress contains azo-dyes releasing the aromatic amine 4-methyl-m-phenylenediamine (2,4-toluenediamine) (measured concentration: 342 mg/kg).
When in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amines may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0335/19       
Category:  Clothing, textiles and fashion items
 
Product:  Children's sweatshirt
 
Brand: Hello baby
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  XH-9119
 
Batch number / Barcode:  2100005300094, 5272017091196
 
Risk type:  Strangulation
 
The drawstrings may become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to strangulation.
The product does not comply with European standard EN 14682.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0320/19       
Category:  Communication and media equipment
 
Product:  iPad holder
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  R.320.601
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The holder contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 2.75%).
The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs is banned. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. 

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market, Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Distributor, Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users

 

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Alert number: A12/0323/19       
Category:  Communication and media equipment
 
Product:  Earbuds
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  P326.231
 
Batch number / Barcode:  8714612097212
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1.89%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0324/19       
Category:  Communication and media equipment
 
Product:  Earbuds
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  1899
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solder contains lead (measured value up to 83% by weight) in concentrations above limit values.
Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0326/19       
Category:  Communication and media equipment
 
Product:  Headphones
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  86004-14
 
Batch number / Barcode:  7393107720340
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.32%).
SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0327/19       
Category:  Communication and media equipment
 
Product:  Headphones
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  91268
 
Batch number / Barcode:  PO6022829
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The solder contains lead (measured value up to 54% by weight) in concentrations above limit values.
Lead poses a risk to the environment. 

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0302/19       
Category:  Cosmetics
 
Product:  Body lotion
 
Brand: Judith Leiber
 
Name: Night
 
Type / number of model:  150 ml reference 17X610203
 
Batch number / Barcode:  barcode 899219002819
 
Risk type:  Chemical
 
The body lotion contains isobutylparaben which has a potential endocrine disrupting activity.

At the same time, the product contains limonene, linalool, coumarin, citronellol, alpha-isomethyl ionone (measured values: more than 0.001% by weight).
These substances can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation. Consumers are not aware of their presence because they are not indicated in the list of ingredients.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Retailer)

 

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Alert number: A12/0317/19       
Category:  Electrical appliances and equipment
 
Product:  Power supply
 
Brand: Unknown
 
Name: Powerbank
 
Type / number of model:  PB0041
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Environment
 
The plastic contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1.65 % by weight).
The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs is banned. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. 

The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
 

Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Manufacturer)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

 

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Alert number: A12/0336/19       
Category:  Electrical appliances and equipment
 
Product:  Power Inverter
 
Brand: Clear view
 
Name: Unknown
 
Type / number of model:  H130609520 and H130609476
 
Batch number / Barcode:  5 999885 948178
 
Risk type:  Electric shock
 
Single-pole or partial insertion of a plug into the product's socket is possible.
When using the inverter, live pins of the inserted plug could remain accessible, which could result in the user receiving an electric shock.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standards EN 60950 and IEC 60884.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0340/19       
Category:  Electrical appliances and equipment
 
Product:  Electric shaver
 
Brand: Surker
 
Name: RECHARGEABLE SHAVER
 
Type / number of model:  RSCW-2015 REF: 10105
 
Batch number / Barcode:  6 955519 320153 (on the packaging); 5 995858 101052 (on a label)
 
Risk type:  Electric shock
 
The dimensions of the socket outlet on the mains lead of the shaver are not suitable.
The user could consequently touch live parts while connecting the mains lead to the shaver, leading to electric shock.

The insulation between live parts and the accessible metal housing is insufficient.

Consequently accessible parts could become live, this could cause the user to receive an electric shock when holding the shaver.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

 

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Alert number: A12/0344/19       
Category:  Electrical appliances and equipment
 
Product:  Electrical plug cover
 
Brand: Eastern
 
Name: 13A Socket Cover Safety Plug
 
Type / number of model:  SW201
 
Batch number / Barcode:  3 579901 283883
 
Risk type:  Electric shock
 
The product does not have shutters on live parts, nor a fuse.
A user could touch live parts of the socket and receive an electric shock.

The product does not comply with the relevant National standards BS 1363-3 and BS 8546.
 

Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

 
Products with other risk levels 

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Alert number: A11/0009/19       
Category:  Toys
 
Product:  Soft toy animal
 
Brand: Greenlife
 
Name: Hibou brun (brown owl)
 
Type / number of model:  ref 11053413
 
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
 
Risk type:  Choking
 
The stuffing material is easily accessible.
Young children may put it in the mouth, ingest it and choke on it. 

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

 

Measures taken by economic operators: This product listing was removed by Amazon., Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Other)

 

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