The following notice has been issued by the European Commission:
Alert number
A11/00119/20
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Product
UV Steriliser Bag
Brand
Coospider
Name
UV Tote Bag Steriliser
Type / number of model
CTUV-T2
Barcode
Unknown
Batch number
Unknown
Counterfeit
No
Risk type
Burns, Damage to sight, Health risk / other
The product lacks a safety mechanism to shut it off when open. Hence a user is in close proximity may receive an unsafe dose of UV radiation to the eyes or the skin, increasing the risk of burns or severe injuries to the eyes. Furthermore, the product does not provide adequate instructions on its use. Consequently, it might not kill bacteria or viruses, which could then reach the user, increasing the risk of infection.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and of the relevant European Standard EN 62471.
Measures taken by economic operators
Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace (By: Other)
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Retailer)
Warning consumers of the risks
Description
253.7nm UVC light inside blue tote bag.
Packaging description
The product is sold in a grey cardboard box.
Country of origin
People's Republic of China
Alert submitted by
United Kingdom
Type of alert
Other
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