Shwimmflügel
Shwimmflügel was recalled on 25 October 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02993/24. Drowning risk reported by Austria. The product's inflatable buoyancy is not equipped with check valves which ensure seal tightness.
| Alert Number | A12/02993/24 |
| Brand | IDOTA |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | MZ-LXJ |
| Published | 25 October 2024 |
Risk Description
The product's inflatable buoyancy is not equipped with check valves which ensure seal tightness. The stoppers are also not attached to the valves. Therefore, the inflatable buoyancy aids are not sufficiently airtight, which could cause drowning The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (PPE) nor with the European standard EN 13138-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 30/09/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 30/09/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 30/09/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 30/09/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 30/09/2024
Product Description
Buoyancy aid for learning how to swim. Product also sold online, in particular via Amazon ASIN B09Z6CD15H.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Shwimmflügel.
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.