| Alert Number | 0598/06 |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Vietnam |
| Model Number | 53288 (color: cream/red) |
| Published | 22 September 2006 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of lung damage for children in case lamp oil is swallowed and ingested.Contrary to the requirements of the relevant European standard EN 14059:- the product overturns when both empty and full although decorative oil lamps should not overturn when placed on a platform inclined at 20°;- the product is not fitted with a wick guard or cover although decorative oil lamps should be fitted with a wick guard that does not become detached, break or crack during testing to prevent access to the wick by small children;- in addition, the design of the lamp does not prevent the wick being contacted by the test probe.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Organic oil lamp “Mondian” (hand made)