Life jacket
Life jacket was recalled on 13 September 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1360/19. Drowning risk reported by Germany. The product is not sufficiently resistant to fire and becomes damaged, losing its floating ability.
| Alert Number | A12/1360/19 |
| Brand | BLUE DOLPHIN |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | CT-1017 |
| Published | 13 September 2019 |
Risk Description
The product is not sufficiently resistant to fire and becomes damaged, losing its floating ability. A user might consequently drown.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN ISO 12402.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 12/04/2019
Product Description
Life jacket. Dimensions: 40 x 35 x 10 cm (length x width x depth); packaging: transparent bag. The product was sold online, in particular via eBay.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Life jacket.
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.