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Handdoekklem zelfklevend

Injuries Other - Towel clip Serious risk

Handdoekklem zelfklevend was recalled on 9 June 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01319/23. Injuries risk reported by The Netherlands. When the clip is placed on a certain height where a child can barely reach it, a finger of a child may get stuck in the V-shape of the clip and the child might not be able to release itself.

Photo of recalled product: Handdoekklem zelfklevend
Alert NumberA12/01319/23
BrandZACK
CategoryOther - Towel clip
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberGenio
Published9 June 2023

Risk Description

When the clip is placed on a certain height where a child can barely reach it, a finger of a child may get stuck in the V-shape of the clip and the child might not be able to release itself. This might lead to serious injuries and amputation of a child's finger. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The steel towel clip can hold a towel due to the V-shape of the product. The product can be attached to a wall by its adhesive side.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Handdoekklem zelfklevend .

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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