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Sunglasses was recalled on 4 December 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1534/15. Injuries risk reported by Hungary. The right lens of the sunglasses has a category 4 protection filter but the labelling indicates category 3.

Photo of recalled product: Sunglasses
Alert NumberA12/1534/15
BrandCloud
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published4 December 2015

Risk Description

The right lens of the sunglasses has a category 4 protection filter but the labelling indicates category 3. The required warning for category 4 sunglasses 'Not suitable for driving motor vehicles or road use' is missing. There is a difference in light transmission between the right and left lenses which could impair the user's vision. A road accident could result if the consumer used the sunglasses while driving.The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the relevant European standard EN 1836.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 07/10/2015

Product Description

Black-framed sunglasses with attached cardboard label bearing the following: CE, Category 3, UV protection.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Sunglasses.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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