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Lighting chain

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
Christmas LED light 8 MultiFunction

The product poses a risk of electric shock for the following reasons. Firstly, the dimensions of the plug are substantially less than required. Secondly, the wire ends soldered to the terminals of the flashing unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. Thirdly, the accessible basic insulated wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit. Finally, the insulation provided by the shrink tubing for the lamps is inadequate.

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Lighting chain

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
Christmas LED Light 8 MULTIFUNCTION

The dimensions of the plug are too small and the wire ends soldered to the terminals of the flashing unit and the LED are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The accessible, basic insulated, wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit. The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires could overheat 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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Baby rattle

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

The rattle and the inner ball can easily break and generate small parts and hazardous sharp points, posing a risk of choking and cuts for children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

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Baby rattles

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

The following small parts can easily detach from the rattles: the right ear of the dog rattle, the lemon of the fruit rattle, and the inner balls. A small child could put these small parts in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

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Baby Rattles

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
Mobile
Brand: 

All the rattles (except the fruit-shaped rattle), as well as the black plastic pieces attached to the end of the cord included in the outer hat, can easily break and generate small parts. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke on them. Moreover, the head of the bear-shaped rattle and the handle of the rattle marked 'Happy Music' can obstruct the airways, causing a risk of choking. In addition, several of the rattles can easily break and expose children to sharp points and edges, possibly causing cuts.

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Lighting chain

Year: 
2016
Week: 
23
Product: 
200 LED

The creepage distances and insulation clearances between the primary and secondary circuits are too small. This can lead to the user receiving an electric shock from parts becoming live. Moreover, the cables are not sufficiently resistant and can sever, possibly causing a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60598 and EN 61558.

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Lighting chain

Year: 
2016
Week: 
23
Product: 
Pinienzapfen-Lichterkette ('Lighting chain in the shape of pine cones')
Brand: 

The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. The insulation of the cable is not adequate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

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Glue

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
110 Super Glue
Brand: 

The product contains chloroform (measured value 23.1% by weight). Chloroform in high doses causes skin irritation and can damage health if inhaled or swallowed. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

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Stand fan

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
16 Inch Stand Fan
Brand: 

The electrical insulation is not adequate and accessible parts could become live. In addition, the blades are not adequately protected by the grille. Fingers can be caught between the grille guard and the rotating blade, causing cuts or fractures. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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Eau de Parfum

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
Miss AMERICA - Parfum de Toilette
Brand: 

The eau de parfum contains the allergenic substances Linalool, Citral, Hydroxycitronellal, Lilial, Coumarin, Farnesol and Hexylcinnamaldehyd in excess of 0.001%. They are not indicated in the list of ingredients and consumers are not made aware of the presence of these substances that can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products regulation.

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