Recall archive/Weekly round-ups/16–22 January 2023
AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

16–22 January 2023.

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

Indoor furniture and furnishings

LETTAN mirror

The fittings that attach LETTAN mirrors to the wall may fail causing the mirrors to fall and shatter.

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Indoor furniture and furnishings

Pink Ombre Acrylic Vase

Online advertising suggested that the vase could be used as a candle holder. If used as a candle holder the vase could catch fire and remain alight longer than permitted by the permanent ban Consumer Protection Notice No.12 of 2011 - Permanent ban on combustible candle holders .

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Pharmacy and medical products

Shred Maxx, Shred Maxx Male, Shred Maxx Super Strength, Glow Maxx, Cli Maxx, X Maxx and GMax supplement capsules

These products were supplied within Australia for therapeutic use, without being registered on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG). These products have not been assessed as required, so their safety and efficacy are unknown. For example, Glow Maxx is noted on the label to contain 1000 micrograms (mcg) of Vitamin D per capsule (per day). Medicines in Australia require a prescription if they contain more than 25 micrograms of Vitamin D per recommended daily dose. 1000 micrograms per day is 40 times this amount and, after prolonged use, could result in toxic effects such as vomiting and diarrhoea.  

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