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Bracelet

Year: 
2016
Week: 
5
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

The migration of nickel from the metal parts of the bracelet is too high (measured values: 8.6 ?g/cm2/week). Nickel is a strong sensitizer and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

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Lamp socket

Year: 
2016
Week: 
5
Product: 
Casquillo E27 Blanco
Brand: 

There is no mechanism to block the screwed cable entry. When the user inserts and removes the bulb several times, the cable will start to screw and unscrew. This can damage the cable, leaving the live conductors accessible. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard.

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?lectric insect killer

Year: 
2016
Week: 
5
Product: 
Insect Killer
Brand: 

There is no adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts. A young child could touch the high voltage grid with their finger and get an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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?lectric insect killer

Year: 
2016
Week: 
5
Product: 
Insect Killer / Electronic Insect Killer with UVA Lamp
Brand: 

There is no adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts. A young child could touch the high voltage grid with their finger and get an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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USB power supply

Year: 
2016
Week: 
5
Product: 
Wall Charger
Brand: 

The chargers pose a risk of electric shock because the insulation is not sufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient. The products do not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60065.

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Fridge magnet

Year: 
2016
Week: 
5
Product: 
Fridge Magnet
Brand: 

The product, due to its 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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