SwimFin Haifischflosse (graue Version)
SwimFin Haifischflosse (graue Version) was recalled on 11 October 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02778/24. Drowning risk reported by Austria. There is a risk of drowning as the product is not sufficiently visible in water and lacks the necessary warnings about active supervision.
| Alert Number | A12/02778/24 |
| Brand | SwimFin |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Published | 11 October 2024 |
Risk Description
There is a risk of drowning as the product is not sufficiently visible in water and lacks the necessary warnings about active supervision. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 20/09/2024Type 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: 20/09/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 20/09/2024
Product Description
Swimming aid in the form of a shark fin. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B09K6CWK53; B09JM8S9H2 ).
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to SwimFin Haifischflosse (graue Version).
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.