OPSS enforcement actions 1 April 2023 to 30 September 2023
Updated 19 February 2024
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The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS), the UK’s product regulator is part of the Department for Business and Trade, and exercises the powers of the Secretary of State in relation to a range of regulations. Our approach to addressing non-compliance by those we regulate, and potential product safety risks, is set out in our Enforcement Policy. This also sets out the approach we take to publishing details of enforcement actions.
The enforcement actions listed below were taken by OPSS in the 6-month period between 1 April 2023 and 30 September 2023. Actions are grouped under the following headings: Product Safety, and Timber.
Product Safety – May 2023
Business: GUANG ZHOU SHI SHENG JING TRADING LTD (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 16 May 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
VinBee Travel Mini Hair Flat Iron Ceramic Tourmaline Hair Straightener with Travel Box Dual Voltage Travel Iron Blue
Detail:
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as it has a non-UK plug and is supplied with a loose adapter.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Amazon) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0186.
Business: NIUGULU (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 16 May 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
KANKAN Hair Straightener Brush, 2 in 1 Straightening Brush for Women and Men, Anti-Scald hot Brush Styler Comb with 20s Fast Heating and Auto-Off, 2 Exquisite Hair Clips and A Velvet Bag
Detail:
The product presents a risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market.
Business: SHENZHEN BOCHENG KEJI YOUXIAN GONGSI t/a CreBeau Direct (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 16 May 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
Hair Straighteners, Professional Straightening with LCD Digital Display 140℃-230℃ Adjustable Temperature with Ceramic Plates for All Hair Types, Instant Heat
Detail:
The product presents a medium risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market. The online marketplace (Amazon) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2302-0097.
Business: SHEN ZHEN SHI SEN YI WANG LUO KE JI YOU XIAN GONG t/a shuntaiwei-UK (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 16 May 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
Hot Comb, 2 in 1 Electric Hot Comb for Wigs, Ceramic Heating Straightener for Afro Hair, Portable Hair Curler Comb
Detail:
The product presents a risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market.
Business: SHENZHENSHISHAOSHAOKEJIYOUXIANGONGSI (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 16 May 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
DSHOW 4 in 1 Hair Crimper Hair Waver Hair Straightener Curling iron with 4 Interchangeable Titanium Ceramic Flat Crimping Iron Plate (PURPLE)
Detail:
The product presents a medium risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market. The online marketplace (Amazon) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0178.
Business: SR-SHOP (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 16 May 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
Xnuoyo Hair Straighteners, Professional 2 in 1 Ceramic Hair Straightener and Curler, Hair Curling Wand with LCD Display Adjustable Temperature 150℃-230℃
Detail:
The product presents a risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market.
Business: JENICA LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Compliance Notice served on 25 May 2023 under Regulation 8 of the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013 and Article 25 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products.
Products:
- Beard Balm with Argan Oil Hempseed Oil Butters and BeesWax
- Beard Oil Leave In Conditioner
- BeShiny Exfoliating Whitening Soap with Glutathione, Kojic Acid, Papaya,
- BeShiny Eye Gel Cream for puffy eyes, wrinkles, dark circles, bags and fine lines
- BeShiny Peel off Face Mask glitter for Anti Aging Anti Wrinkle
- BeShiny Replenishing Moisture Cream hydration moisturising Soothing Nourishing Hemp Seed Oil
- BeShiny Skin Whitening body Lotion Spray
- Biotin Hair Growth Serum
- Chamomile Essential Oil Soothing Calming Blended Oil For Face Moisturising Hydrating Oi
- Clay mask for face brightening- dark spot corrector
- Dark Spot Corrector Face Serum - Skin Whitening Brightening Glutathione Serum
- Exfoliating Arabica Coffee Scrub
- Hyaluronic Acid Serum for face
- Jasmine Essential Oil for Face
- Lavender Essentail Oil For Face
- Liposomal Glutathione Max Strength- skin lightening
- Magnetic Face Mask - MineralRich Magnet Mask
- Rose Essential Oil For Face
- Rose Milk Facial cleanser for youthful radiant looking skin
- RoseHip Face Toner Spray
- Skin Whitening Brightening Face Oil
- Skin Whitening Cream Face Lightening Cream Kojic Acid
- Super Skin Whitening Body Lotion
- Super Skin Whitening Face Cream Day & Night
- SuperFood Face Mask with Avocado & Green Tea
- Vitamin C Serum for face with Hyaluronic Acid
Breached regulation details:
Articles 3, 5, 10, and 11 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Detail:
Jenica Limited, the responsible person, failed to maintain product information files for the 26 cosmetic products listed above, thereby failing to demonstrate that they are in conformity with the requirements of the Regulations and have undergone the required safety assessment.
The responsible person is required to provide the product information files to OPSS by 30 September, demonstrating that the products listed above are safe and compliant, or to withdraw or recall the products.
Product Safety – June 2023
Business: GUANGZHOU SENPAI NETWORK TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 9 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
USB Charger, Total 33W USB Plug Adaptor UK, 4 Port Multi USB Fast Charger Plug Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S22, S21, Note 10 9, S10, iPhone 13 12 11 Pro Max XR 8 (2-Pack, Black)
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate creepage and clearance, giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Amazon) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0082.
Business: SHENZHENSHIMENGJINMAOYIYOUXIANGONGSI t/a MengJIn (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 9 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
TUAKIMCE Hair Straightener for Women, Hair Curler and Straightener 2 in 1, Hair Styling Appliance Mini Hair Straightener Travel Size, Fast Heat up, Gift for Women ＆ Girl (Black)
Detail:
The product presents a risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market.
Business: CL001 (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 23 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
5M/10M LED Strip Lights Dimmable 5050 RGB Rope Lights Color Changing Flexible Tape Light Kit with 24Key Remote Controller and Phone APP Controlled (Waterproof or Not Waterproof)
Detail:
The product presents a medium risk of electric shock as the plug transformer does not meet the minimum creepage and clearance distance requirements.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0236.
Business: CLASSIC HANDMADE STORE (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 23 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
100 200 300 500 LEDS Fairy LED String Light Festival Home Decor Outdoor Waterproof AC220V 10M 20M 30M 50M Chirstmas Tree Light String Garland For Xmas Wedding Christmas Party Holiday
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to poor mechanical strength giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2207-0185.
Business: MAGICAL AESTHETIC WORLD (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 23 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
2022 High Quality 10/30/50 Meters Christmas Garland LED Curtain Icicle String Lights Wedding Mariage Decoration Xmas Navidad Light Strip Garden Street Mall Eaves Outdoor Decorative Fairy Lights
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to poor mechanical strength giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0170.
Business: REVERSECLOCK (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 23 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
Professional Adjustable Temperature Hair Straightener Tourmaline Ceramic Heating Plate Styling Tools Hair Straightening Flat Iron
Detail:
The product presents a risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market.
Business: SHUAINING (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 23 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
200 LEDs Net Lights Waterproof Net Light Fairy String Lights Christmas Outdoor Holiday Festival Garden Lamp Outdoor Wedding Decoration US/EU/UK plug
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to poor mechanical strength giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2207-0216.
Business: HAILEISHOPPING (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 26 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
20M/65.6FT Bluetooth LED Strip Lights, Music Sync 5050 LED Light Strip RGB Color Changing LED Lights Strip With Phone Remote, LED Lights For Bedroom Kitchen TV Party TIKTOK DIY (1m-20m) (US/EU/UK/AU Plug)
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the use of an unapproved capacitor and a UK plug transformer that fails to comply with minimum creepage distances requirements.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0030.
Business: JPC DIRECT (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 26 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
10M-50M 100-500LEDS Fairy LED String Light Outdoor Waterproof AC220V String Garland for Xmas Wedding Christmas Party Holiday New Years
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to poor mechanical strength giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0100.
Business: LIUYANQINGSHOPPING (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 26 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
LED Strip Lights, 20M=2Roll WiFi Smart Color Changing LED Strips, SMD 5050 LED Rope Light, App&Remote Controlled, Tape Light for Bedroom, Home and Kitchen
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the use of an unapproved capacitor and a UK plug transformer that fails to comply with minimum creepage distances requirements.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Wish) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0240.
Business: SHEN ZHEN PU SHANG KE JI YOU XIAN GONG SI t/a flyagain_store (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 28 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
Ceramic Titanium Hair Crimper Crimping Perm Slipnt Waver Curler Wet/Dry Salon UK
Detail:
The product presents a medium risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market. The online marketplace (eBay) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0141.
Business: SHEN ZHEN PU SHANG KE JI YOU XIAN GONG SI t/a excursy2021 (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Withdrawal Notice served on 28 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(b) and Schedule 6, para 2 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
2 In 1 Negative-ion Hair Straightener Brush Straightening Curling Styling Comb
Detail:
The product presents a medium risk of electric shock due to inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts.
The seller is required to withdraw the product from the market. The online marketplace (eBay) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2303-0100.
Business: SHENZHEN WISDOM ELECTRONICS CO LTD t/a wisdom-industrial (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 28 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
To Fit Binatone E-Reader Readme, Mobile, Ebook, Reader Power Adapter Charger 5V
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate creepage and clearance, giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (eBay) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2207-0255.
Business: WUHAN YINGJIANG NETWORK TECHNOLOGY CO LTD t/a enjoyho333 (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice served on 28 June 2023 under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
Christmas Fairy Lights LED Window Curtain Star Moon String Light Bedroom Décor
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the inadequate creepage and clearance, giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (eBay) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0076.
Business: DMK International Pty Ltd t/a Podee (online seller, based in Australia)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice served on 30 June 2023 under Regulation 11(1) of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 with effect until 29 September 2023.
NOTE: This Suspension Notice was subsequently revoked on 29 September 2023 and both a Requirement to Mark Notice and a Requirement to Warn Notice were served in respect of the products on the same date.
Product:
Podee Hands Free Baby Bottles
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of serious harm or death from choking, or aspiration pneumonia.
The risk associated with these products is highlighted on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under Product Safety Alerts 3 and 4.
Product Safety – July 2023
Business: SICHUAN ASSENK TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD t/a Kasaenu (online seller, based in China)
Action taken:
Recall Notice dated 5 July 2023, served under Regulation 45(1)(c) and Schedule 6, para 3 of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product:
KASAENU 2-Pack 25W USB C Fast Charger Plug for Samsung Galaxy S21+/S21/S20+/S20 Ultra Plus, for iPhone 13 Mini/ 13 Pro Max 12 Note 20 S10/S9 Type C Phone 5G, UK Wall USBC Charging Power Adapter
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate creepage and clearance, giving easy access to live parts.
The seller is required to recall the product from end users. The online marketplace (Amazon) removed the product listing.
Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page under PSD case number 2208-0049.
Business: APELSON APPLIANCES UK LTD (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 9 January 2024.
Products:
Gas hobs:
Culina/Cata, model numbers
- UBGHC601S
- UBGHC701S
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: BUY IT DIRECT LTD (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 9 January 2024.
Products:
Gas hobs:
Electriq, model numbers
- IQGH603S
- IQGH604B
- IQGH604W
- IQGH75BG
- IQGH75S
- IQGH75WG
- IQGHVOL
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: GLEN DIMPLEX HOME APPLIANCES LIMITED t/a Glen Dimplex Home Appliances (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 6 January 2024.
Products:
Gas hobs:
- Belling GHU602GC STA gas hob, model number 444410131
- Belling GTG60C BLK gas hob, model number 444410132
- Belling GHU75C STA gas hob, model number 444410133
- Belling GTG75C BLK gas hob, model number 444410134
- Stoves GHU60C STA, model number 444410191
- Stoves GTG60C BLK gas hob, model number 444410193
- Stoves GHU75C STA, model number 444410194
- Stoves GTG75C BLK, model number 444410196
- Belling GHU602C LPG STA, model number 444410443
- Belling GTG600C LPG BLK, model number 444410444
- Belling GHU75C LPG STA, model number 444410446
- Belling GTG75C LPG BLK, model number 444410447
- Belling GHU603RI STA, model number 444411635
- Belling GHU603CI STA, model number 444411636
- Belling GTG603RI BLK, model number 444411637
- Belling GHU753RI STA, model number 444411638
- Belling GHU753CI STA, model number 444411639
- Belling GTG753RI BLK, model number 444411640
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: KINGFISHER INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTS LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 6 January 2024.
Product:
Gas hobs:
Cooke & Lewis, model number CLGH65ALL
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joint) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of the affected model.
The manufacturer has initiated a replacement programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: LANCASTER HOLDINGS LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 9 January 2024.
Products:
Gas Hobs:
Statesman, model numbers
- GH60GB
- GH60WH
- GH61SS
- GH75SS
- GH75GB
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: MAURICE LAY DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 6 January 2024.
Products:
Gas hobs:
Caple, model numbers
- C749G
- C750G
- C767G
- C768G
- C774G
- C775G
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: PRODUCT CARE TRADING LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 9 January 2024.
Products:
Gas hobs:
Russell Hobbs, model numbers
- RH60GH402B
- RH60GH402B/01
- RH60GH402SS
- RH60GH2SS/01
- RH60GH403B
- RH60GH403DS
- RH60GH403DS/01
- RH60GH403SS
- RH60GH403SS/01
- RH75GH601B
- RH75GH601B/01
- RH75GH601SS
- RH75GH601SS/01
- RH75GH602B
- RH75GH602DS
- RH75GH602SS
- RH75GH602SS/01
- RH86GH701B
- RH86GH701B/01
- RH86GH701SS
- RH86GH701SS/01
- RH86GH702B
- RH86GH702DS
- RH86GH702SS
- RH86GH702SS/01
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: THE WRIGHT BUY LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 6 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 6 January 2024.
Products:
Gas hobs:
Cookology, model numbers
- GGH300BK
- GGH305BK
- GGH600BK
- GGH600WH
- GGH605BK
- GGH605WH
- GGH609BK
- GGH755BK
- GGH905BK
- GH600SS
- GH601BK
- GH601WH
- GH605SS
- GH609SS
- GH750SS
- GH755SS
- GH900SS
- GH905SS
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joints) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of affected models.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Business: STAX TRADE CENTRES LIMITED (based in UK)
Action taken:
Suspension Notice dated 11 July 2023, served under Regulation 5(1)(c) and Schedule 1, para 1(b) of the Gas Appliances (Enforcement) and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2018, with effect until 11 January 2024.
Product:
Gas hobs:
KitchenPlus, model number KP60
Detail:
The product presents a serious risk of poisoning, burns or gas explosion and/or fire, due to failure of connecting pipework (elbow joint) which could lead to a significant gas leak.
The manufacturer is required to stop the supply of the affected model.
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme for certain products in scope of the safety issue. Details were published on the OPSS Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls page, under Important Safety Message – Gas Hob Elbow Joints Corrective Action Programme.
Product Safety – September 2023
Business: DMK INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD t/a Podee (based in Australia)
Action taken:
A Requirement to Mark Notice, and a Requirement to Warn Notice, both dated 29 September 2023, served under Regulations 12 and 13 of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 respectively.
NOTE: A Suspension Notice previously served in respect of the products on 30 June 2023, under Regulation 11(1) of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005, was revoked on 29 September 2023.
Product:
Podee Hands Free Baby Bottles
Detail:
The products present a serious risk of serious harm or death from choking, or aspiration pneumonia.
The distributor was required to take action to warn consumers of the risks associated with the product and to update the product’s packaging, marketing and instructions.
Timber – April 2023
Business: NSP CASES LTD (based in UK)
Action taken:
Notice of Remedial Action served on 20 April 2023 under Regulation 11 of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Product:
Plywood (commodity code 4412311090). Product was imported from Ukraine.
Breached regulation details:
Regulation 4(b) of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Detail:
NSP Cases Ltd, as an operator, failed to carry out due diligence that reduced to negligible the risk of illegally harvested timber entering the supply chain.
Timber – July 2023
Business: SPECIALISED PANEL PRODUCTS LIMITED
Action taken:
Notice of Remedial Action dated 28 July 2023, served under Regulation 11 of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Product:
Birch plywood (commodity code 4412331010). Product was imported from Ukraine.
Breached regulation details:
Regulation 4(b) of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Detail:
Specialised Panel Products Limited, as an operator, failed to carry out due diligence that reduced the risk of illegally harvested timber entering the supply chain to a negligible risk.
Timber – August 2023
Business: PLY-TEK (UK) LTD
Action taken:
Notice of Remedial Action dated 8 August 2023, served under Regulation 11 of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Product:
Poplar and eucalyptus plywood (commodity code 4412390010). Product was imported from China.
Breached regulation details:
Regulation 4(b) of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Detail:
Ply-Tek (UK) Ltd, as an operator, failed to carry out due diligence that reduced the risk of illegally harvested timber entering the supply chain to a negligible risk.
Business: PREMDOR CROSBY LIMITED
Action taken:
Notice of Remedial Action dated 8 August 2023, served under Regulation 11 of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Product:
Plywood (commodity code 4412311090). Product was imported from Republic of Congo.
Breached regulation details:
Regulation 4(b) of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Detail:
Premdor Crosby Limited, as an operator, failed to carry out due diligence that reduced the risk of illegally harvested timber entering the supply chain to a negligible risk.
Business: PREMIER FOREST PRODUCTS LIMITED
Action taken:
Notice of Remedial Action dated 8 August 2023, served under Regulation 11 of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Product:
Pine plywood (commodity code 4412390010). Product was imported from Poland.
Breached regulation details:
Regulation 4(b) of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Detail:
Premier Forest Products Limited, as an operator, failed to carry out due diligence that reduced the risk of illegally harvested timber entering the supply chain to a negligible risk.
Business: THE NEW WEST PORT CORPORATION LIMITED
Action taken:
Notice of Remedial Action dated 8 August 2023, served under Regulation 11 of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Product:
Okoume timber (commodity code 4412311090). Product was imported from Gabon.
Breached regulation details:
Regulation 4(b) of the Timber and Timber Products (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2013.
Detail:
The New West Port Corporation Limited, as an operator, failed to carry out due diligence that reduced the risk of illegally harvested timber entering the supply chain to a negligible risk.