Oil lamp in the form of a dragon
Oil lamp in the form of a dragon was recalled on 1 February 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0108/08. Chemical, Fire risk reported by Germany. The notified products pose a chemical risk because:- there is no wick guard to make the wick inaccessible to young children, - the wick holder and the filler opening are not secured with a closure requiring two independent movements to open it (pressing and twisting movement), i.
| Alert Number | 0108/08 |
| Brand | Mayer Chess |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Article n° 130175. |
| Published | 1 February 2008 |
Risk Description
The notified products pose a chemical risk because:- there is no wick guard to make the wick inaccessible to young children, - the wick holder and the filler opening are not secured with a closure requiring two independent movements to open it (pressing and twisting movement), i.e. there is no bayonet joint.Ingestion by children of lamp oil by sucking on the wick may prove fatal.The products also pose a risk of fire because:- there is a risk of oil leakage,- the lamp filled with lamp oil is very top-heavy, which could cause it to tip over allowing oil to leak out (since there is no leakage prevention mechanism) and resulting in a major fire.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14059. Similar products have caused five deaths and over 700 accidents in Germany.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Oil lamp consisting of a dragon holding a glass ball into which the lamp oil is poured.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, fire hazard related to Oil lamp in the form of a dragon.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.