In February 2024, there were 25 recalls of textile and footwear products in the United States, Canada, Australia and the European Union, of which 13 were related to China. The recalled cases mainly involve safety issues such as small items in children's clothing, fire safety, clothing drawstrings and excessive amounts of harmful chemicals.
1.Hat
Recall time: 20240201
Reason for recall: Phthalates
Violation of regulations: REACH
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Sweden
Risk explanation: The concentration of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material (cable) of this product is too high (measured value: 0.57 %). This phthalate may harm your health by causing damage to the reproductive system. This product does not comply with REACH regulations.
2.Girls’ nightgown
Recall time: 20240201
Reason for recall: Burning
Violation of regulations: CPSC
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: United States
Detailed explanation of risks: This product does not meet the flammability regulations for children's pajamas and may cause burns to children.
3.Girls’ nightgown
Recall time: 20240201
Reason for recall: Burning
Violation of regulations: CPSC
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: United States
Detailed explanation of risks: This product does not meet the flammability regulations for children's pajamas and may cause burns to children.
4.Children’s hats
Recall time: 20240201
Reason for recall: Injury and strangulation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive and EN 14682
Country of origin: unknown
Submitting country: Romania
Detailed explanation of risks: The straps on the hood of this product may trap children in motion, causing injury or strangulation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and EN 14682.
5.Children’s bathrobe
Recall time: 20240208
Reason for recall: Burning
Violation of regulations: CPSC and CCPSA
Country of origin: China
Submitting Country: United States and Canada
Detailed explanation of risks: This product does not meet the flammability regulations for children's pajamas and may cause burns to children.
6.Children’s sportswear
Recall time: 20240209
Reason for recall: Nickel release
Violation of regulations: REACH
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Norway
Risk details: The metal parts of this product release excessive amounts of nickel (measured: 8.63 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitizer and can cause allergic reactions if present in items that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. This product does not comply with REACH regulations.
7.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240209
Reason for recall: Choking and injury
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Submitting country: Hungary
Detailed explanation of risks: The fake diamonds on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. In addition, children can easily come into contact with safety pins on products, which can cause eye or skin injuries. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
8.Wallet
Recall time: 20240209
Reason for recall: Cadmium and phthalates
Violation of regulations: REACH
Country of origin: India
Submitting country: Finland
Detailed risk explanation: The concentration of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in the plastic material of this product is too high (measured value is as high as 22%). This phthalate may harm the health of children by causing damage to the reproductive system. In addition, the product's cadmium concentration was too high (measured values were as high as 0.05%). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, damaging kidneys and bones, and may cause cancer. This product does not comply with REACH regulations.
9.Wallet
Recall time: 20240209
Reason for recall: Phthalates
Violation of regulations: REACH
Country of origin: unknown
Submitting country: Norway
Risk details: The plastic material of this product contains an excessive amount of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 12.64%). This phthalate may harm your health by causing damage to the reproductive system. This product does not comply with REACH regulations.
10.Baby set
Recall time: 20240209
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Submitting country: Hungary
Detailed explanation of risks: The fake diamonds on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
11.Socks
Recall time: 20240209
Reason for recall: Health risk/other
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Ireland
Risk Details: The sock has an uncut terry design on the inside of the toe area. Uncut loops in the product may cause tightness in the toe area, restricting blood circulation and leading to injury. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
12.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240216
Reason for recall: Choking and injury
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Submitting country: Hungary
Detailed explanation of risks: The fake diamonds on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. In addition, children can easily come into contact with safety pins on products, which can cause eye or skin injuries. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
13.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240216
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Hungary
Detailed explanation of risks: The fake diamonds on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
14.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240216
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: unknown
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The decorative flowers on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
15.Baby sleeping bag
Recall time: 20240216
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: France
Risk explanation: The stitching at the lower end of the zipper of this product may be missing, causing the slider to separate from the zipper. Small children may put the slider in their mouths and choke. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
16.Children’s sweatshirts
Recall time: 20240216
Reason for recall: Injury and strangulation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive and EN 14682
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Bulgaria
Detailed explanation of risks: The straps on the hood of this product may trap children in motion, causing injury or strangulation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and EN 14682.
17.Children’s jackets
Recall time: 20240216
Reason for recall: Injury and strangulation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive and EN 14682
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Cyprus
Detailed explanation of risks: The rope around the neck of this product may trap an active child, causing injury or strangulation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and EN 14682.
18.Children’s jackets
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: France
Detailed explanation of risks: The snaps on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive
19.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Choking and injury
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Submitting country: Hungary
Detailed explanation of risks: The fake diamonds and beads on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. In addition, children can easily come into contact with safety pins on products, which can cause eye or skin injuries. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
20.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The decorative flowers on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
21.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The beads on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
22.Children’s shoes
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The beads on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The beads on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
23.Children’s shoes
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: unknown
Submitting country: Hungary
Detailed explanation of risks: The beads and fake diamonds on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
24.Children’s dresses
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: unknown
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The decorative flowers on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
25.Children’s shoes
Recall time: 20240223
Reason for recall: Suffocation
Violation of regulations: General Product Safety Directive
Country of origin: China
Submitting country: Hungary
Risk details: The beads on this product may fall off, and children may put it in their mouths and choke, causing suffocation. This product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
Post time: Mar-28-2024