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

Finger paint

Year: 
2016
Week: 
29
Product: 
PEINTURE À DOIGTS ('Finger paint')
Brand: 

The nozzles of the bottles become detached easily, generating small parts. 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.

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Lighting chain

Year: 
2016
Week: 
31
Product: 
DECOFETES
Brand: 

The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. Water penetration may cause an electric shock or lead to 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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Light

Year: 
2016
Week: 
27
Product: 
Yoso
Brand: 

The insulation of the flexible cable is likely to be damaged when the lamp is moved. The user could consequently receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

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Children's fancy dress/pyjamas with hat

Year: 
2016
Week: 
20
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

The red fabric contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine 2-Naphthylamine (measured value: up to 82 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amine 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.

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Child's car seat

Year: 
2016
Week: 
18
Product: 
'Confort' range

The restraining system does not protect the head of the children in the event of an impact. The buckle does not open easily after an accident. Moreover, information relating to safe use of the product is lacking. The product does not comply with Regulation UNECE No 44-04.

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Mobile phone case

Year: 
2016
Week: 
15
Product: 
Unknown
Brand: 

The outer plastic layer contains 0.44 % by weight short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs). 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).

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Toy sewing and ironing set

Year: 
2016
Week: 
12
Product: 
Little Master - Mini Home Appliance Series

Due to a short-circuit in the battery compartment, the toy sewing machine may overheat and cause burns. In addition, the ironing board may easily collapse, posing a risk of injuries due to entrapment (mainly of fingers) between moving parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115 and EN 71-1.

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Fancy-dress mask

Year: 
2016
Week: 
8
Product: 
Masque d'horreur ('Horror mask')
Brand: 

The plastic material of the mask contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 13.5 % per 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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LED floodlight

Year: 
2016
Week: 
7
Product: 
Projecteur à LED 20 W sur Pied
Brand: 

The earth wire is not properly held in place. If it detached, the product would not be earthed. Water can enter the casing. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

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