Portable Deep UV Steriliser

Burns, Damage to sight, Health risk / other Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Portable Deep UV Steriliser
Alert NumberA12/01621/20
BrandVeeape
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeBurns, Damage to sight, Health risk / other
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNorya
Published27 November 2020

Risk Description

The product emits a low UV-C radiation (measured value: 0.05 W/m2). Consequently, it might not kill bacteria or viruses, which could then reach the user, increasing the risk of infection. If used on the skin or pointed in to the eyes, a user in close proximity may nonetheless receive an unsafe dose of UV radiation to the eyes or the skin, increasing the risk of burns or severe injuries to the eyes. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 62471.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

White UV-C LED steriliser, battery powered. The product is sold online, in particular via Amazon.

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