Portable Ultraviolet Disinfection Rod
Portable Ultraviolet Disinfection Rod was recalled on 24 July 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01064/20. Health risk / other risk reported by United Kingdom. The product does not emit UV-C radiation.
| Alert Number | A12/01064/20 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | ASIN number: B086QQHXVLX00167XF65 |
| Model Number | JL-630 |
| Published | 24 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The product does not emit UV-C radiation. Consequently, it might not kill bacteria or viruses, which could then reach the user, increasing the risk of infection The product does not comply 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: 22/06/2020Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 11/06/2020
Product Description
Battery-operated portable UV lamp with 5 LEDs. The description in the listing claims to provide UV emissions with biocidal properties.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Portable Ultraviolet Disinfection Rod.
About this risk
This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.
Recommended action
Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.
Who is at risk?
All consumers who have purchased this product.