VIPER RED
VIPER RED was recalled on 23 May 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert OR/00072/25. Cuts risk reported by Poland. The gloves do not provide adequate protection against abrasion and can easily tear.
| Alert Number | OR/00072/25 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Cuts |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | XY-L101 |
| Published | 23 May 2025 |
Risk Description
The gloves do not provide adequate protection against abrasion and can easily tear. Therefore, users are not sufficiently protected from sharp objects and risk suffering cuts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (PPE) nor with the European standard EN 388.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 27/03/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 27/03/2025
Product Description
Protective gloves against mechanical injuries, made of polyester (nylon), coated with rough latex. Size 10.
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts hazard related to VIPER RED.
About this risk
This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.