Bamboo Roll Up Blind
Bamboo Roll Up Blind was recalled on 22 November 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1627/13. Strangulation risk reported by United Kingdom. The pull cord breakaways are too strongly locked.
| Alert Number | A12/1627/13 |
| Brand | Colours |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1. Bamboo Natural Roll Up Blind, 2. Zanni Bamboo Roll Up Blind & Valance, 3. Tobo Bamboo Roll Up Slat Blind |
| Published | 22 November 2013 |
Risk Description
The pull cord breakaways are too strongly locked. The risk of strangulation to young children is due to the excessive force required to separate or break the cord's safety device.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 16434.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 11/10/2013
Product Description
Roll up bamboo window blinds in various colours and sizes.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Bamboo Roll Up Blind.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.