Fancy-dress hair extension
Fancy-dress hair extension was recalled on 3 February 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0096/17. Burns risk reported by Spain. The hair extension is highly flammable and it can cause burns if it catches fire.
| Alert Number | A12/0096/17 |
| Brand | Claire's |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Burns |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 3 February 2017 |
Risk Description
The hair extension is highly flammable and it can cause burns if it catches fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-2.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 29/11/2016
Product Description
Yellow and pink hair extensions with bow, unpackaged. The product includes a cardboard label.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns hazard related to Fancy-dress hair extension.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.