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Lunettes de soleil

Damage to sight Protective equipment Serious risk

Lunettes de soleil was recalled on 16 September 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01279/22. Damage to sight risk reported by France. The transmission of UV light is too high.

Photo of recalled product: Lunettes de soleil
Alert NumberA12/01279/22
BrandActivités de Princesses
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number PHONE&SG&B(NT)(CS)
Published16 September 2022

Risk Description

The transmission of UV light is too high. Consequently, the sunglasses do not protect the eyes sufficiently from the harmful effects of UV light. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 13/07/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 29/07/2022

Product Description

Sunglasses with pink-plastic frames and temples, homogeneous black-tinted filters.It is included in a set comprising a ‘Activités de Princesse’ magazine, a bracelet and a toy mobile phone.

👁️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to sight hazard related to Lunettes de soleil .

About this risk

This product can cause eye damage due to excessive light emission (e.g., lasers), projectiles, or chemical splash risk.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have experienced eye discomfort, consult an ophthalmologist. Keep the product away from children.

Who is at risk?

All users, especially children who may look directly at bright light sources.

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