AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP23–29 April 2012.
6 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
Cosmetic productsThe good, as stated on the labeling, contains 44% carbamide peroxide, which exceed the safe limit of 18% weight/weight as set out in the Poisons Standard 2011, in documented expert clinical advice, and in published scientific risk assessments.
Cosmetic productsThe product, as stated on the labeling, contains 16% hydrogen peroxide, which exceeds the safe limit of 6% weight/weight as set out in the Poisons Standard 2011, in documented expert clinical advice, and in published scientific risk assessments.
LightingDefective earth connection in the track.
Bicycles and scooters (push)A gap in the hinge mechanism allows for a child's fingers to be inserted.
General product safetyBMW Motorrad has found that there have been a few, isolated cases of engine damage occurring at high engine rpm. This was caused by conrod bolts working loose.
Power supply and storageWhen using the AC adaptor, if the interlock feature is not engaged to secure the plug top, the plug top could become detached from the main power supply, exposing live contacts.