Hot water bottle
Hot water bottle was recalled on 5 February 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0146/10. Burns risk reported by Denmark. The product poses a risk of scalding as, due to a manufacturing defect, it may burst during use.
| Alert Number | 0146/10 |
| Brand | Tiger |
| Category | Other - |
| Risk Type | Burns |
| Notifying Country | Denmark |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 0200020001050, 0200020001067, 0200020001074, 0200020004037, 0200020004044, 8714302310751, 8714302310799 |
| Published | 5 February 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of scalding as, due to a manufacturing defect, it may burst during use.Six incidents reported.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Hot-water bottles made of rubber with a knitted cover in five different colours. A brown bottle with a pink heart, a pink bottle with a red heart, a red bottle with a white cross, red bottle with a white heart and a black bottle with a skull and crossbones.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns hazard related to Hot water bottle.
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.