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was recalled on 23 June 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0347/06. Chemical risk reported by United Kingdom. The sample of that product was submitted for testing and found to fail the following requirements of the standard:– wick guard not fitted, wick exposed;– filler cap not secure, a push fit glass tube;– oil leaked freely when lamp tipped over;– no labelling, including nothing about the danger of oil ingestion and what to do if it is accidentally ingested.

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Alert Number0347/06
CategoryDecorative articles
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginThe Netherlands
Published23 June 2006

Risk Description

The sample of that product was submitted for testing and found to fail the following requirements of the standard:– wick guard not fitted, wick exposed;– filler cap not secure, a push fit glass tube;– oil leaked freely when lamp tipped over;– no labelling, including nothing about the danger of oil ingestion and what to do if it is accidentally ingested.This product poses a risk of poisoning that can occur following the ingestion of even small quantities of the oil used as fuel. A condition known as lipoid pneumonia may be caused by the entry into a child’s lung by a very small quantity of the oil, as is likely in the event of aspiration following vomiting. Part of the lung may fill with fluid which may then become infected or turn to fibrous tissue. The short term effect is serious breathing difficulty that may result in death. The hazard recognition of this possibility is remote unless clear instructions and warnings are used.The risks associated with fire are obvious, and hazard recognition is good.This product does not comply with the relevant European Standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Glass and metal decorative oil lamp, square in shape in clear plastic box.Brand, type/number of model: Unknown.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to .

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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