AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

9–15 July 2012.

7 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.

Cosmetic products

Teeth Whitening Kit

The products contain concentrations of hydrogen peroxide in excess of the recognised safe limit of 6% w/w, as set by the Poisons Standard 2011, expert clinical advice, and published scientific risk assessments.

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Home electrical appliances

Dishdrawer Dishwasher

In rare circumstances, foreign matter such as broken glass or crockery may create an internal water leak. This has the potential to conduct a very low electric current to any water remaining in the dishwasher. The consumer may experience a mild electric shock from water remaining in the machine.

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