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Self-balancing scooter

Year: 
2016
Week: 
28
Product: 
Gyro Board
Brand: 

The creepage distances and insulation clearances between the primary and secondary circuits of the charger are too small. This can lead to the user receiving an electric shock from accessible parts of the product or to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61558.

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Set of decorative candles

Year: 
2016
Week: 
29
Product: 
Velas
Brand: 

The candles, due to their characteristic form, colour and size may be mistaken for foodstuff. Small parts can be easily detached from the product and this may lead children to put them in the mouth, swallow or ingest them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.

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Lighting chain

Year: 
2016
Week: 
29
Product: 
Guirlande Lumineuse Clignotante

The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. This may cause a short-circuit and cause a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

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Plastic doll

Year: 
2016
Week: 
29
Product: 
VERY FUNNY GIRL
Brand: 

The plastic material of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 18.7% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.

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USB cable

Year: 
2016
Week: 
28
Product: 
Anna & Claras USB charger

The amount of lead in the soldering of the USB cable is too high (measured value: 42 %). This may pose a risk to the environment in the disposal of the product. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2).

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