[Recalled] Children's jacket with compass — The compass contains a small amount of mineral oil of a low viscosity | EU Safety Gate…
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | Children's jacket with compass |
|---|---|
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Issuing authority | EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) |
| Reference | 0592/06 |
| Country of notice | Sweden |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 22 September 2006 |
Why it was recalled
According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: The compass contains a small amount of mineral oil of a low viscosity. It is attached on the jacket in a way that it is easy for a child to put the compass in the mouth. Viscosity of mineral oil is below 7 cSt (40°). A case were the oil was leaking from the compass when the child put the compass in his mouth (the compass was not broken) has been detected. Mineral oils of low viscosity can cause, even in low amounts, severe lung damage if swallowed, e.g. chemical pneumonia.
This recall concerns Clothing, textiles and fashion items products distributed in Sweden and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (RAPEX). Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.
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