AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP2–8 March 2020.
4 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
Cosmetic productsThe products do not comply with the requirements of the 'Trade Practices (Consumer Product Information Standards) (Cosmetics) Regulations 1991'. The product does not have the correct mandatory ingredient label and may contain different ingredients to those identified on the label.
Diethylhexylphthalate DEHP (toxic substance)The product does not comply with the permanent ban on children's products containing more than 1% diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP). These products are banned under the 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 11 of 2011, Permanent Ban on Children's Products containing more than 1% diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP)'. DEHP is a commonly used plasticiser that is used to make plastics such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) soft and flexible.
Gas products and appliancesLiquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is a colourless, highly flammable gas that may leak and build up inside the caravan as the consumer gas piping is located inside the caravan. The consumer gas piping has not been installed in accordance with the relevant gas safety standard for installation in caravans for non-propulsive purposes.
Child car seatsTesting of the product has identified safety concerns. In the event of an accident, the harness anchor point may detach from the frame of the car seat.