Breast Cancer, The official journal of the Japanese Breast Cancer Society, Breast Cancer publishes articles that contribute to progress in the field, in basic or translational research and also in clinical research. It develops a new focus and new perspectives for all who are concerned with breast cancer.Breast Cancer presents original articles describing clinical, epidemiological studies and laboratory investigations regarding breast cancer and related diseases. It features editorials, review articles, original articles, case reports, and short papers. The journal provides the best of up-to-date information on breast cancer, presenting readers with high-impact, original work focusing on pivotal issues.

Correction to: Chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast cancer patients with hepatitis C virus infection The online version of the original article can be found.

Younger breast cancer patients under the age of 35 might have a better disease-free survival if they received ovarian function suppression more than 3 years

Could sentinel lymph node biopsy be exempted for ductal carcinoma in situ after mastectomy?

Evaluation of health-related quality of life via the Computer-Based Health Evaluation System (CHES) for Japanese metastatic breast cancer patients: a single-center pilot study Abstract Background The main purposes of metastatic breast cancer (MBC) treatment are to prolong survival and maintain health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Compliance with the HRQOL assessment can be poor, particularly among patients who receive long-term treatment. One possible solution to overcoming this problem is to engage in real-time home monitoring by having patients report outcomes on their personal electronic devices. The objective of this study was to investigate compliance with HRQOL monitoring from home among MBC patients using the Computer-Based Health Evaluation System (CHES) to collect patient data. Methods Sixteen MBC patients who received outpatient chemotherapy or endocrine therapy, both with and without targeted therapy, were recruited. One eligibility criterion was the availability of a personal electronic device with access to the Internet. Patients were asked to enter HRQOL ratings from their personal electronic devices via CHES once every week for 12 weeks. The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) Quality of Life Questionnaire-Core 30 (QLQ C30) was used to evaluate HRQOL. The outcome examined was the questionnaire collection rate. Results Six patients (37.5%) were treated with chemotherapy only, one (6.2%) with endocrine therapy only, three (18.8%) with a combination of chemotherapy and targeted therapy, and six (37.5%) with a combination of endocrine and targeted therapy. Median questionnaire collection rate for the total of 12 weeks was 84.6% (interquartile range 44.3–100). The reasons for missing data were worsening of disease, forgetting, and device malfunction. Conclusions Compliance with electronic HRQOL data collection in this cohort was acceptable, considering the general ideal collection rate of 70–80%. We are conducting a prospective study to determine whether the use of CHES to input electronic real-time feedback of HRQOL ratings improves patients' overall HRQOL.

The decision to perform or omit sentinel lymph node biopsy during mastectomy for ductal carcinoma in situ should be tailored in accordance with preoperative findings

Chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast cancer patients with hepatitis C virus infection Abstract Background Hepatitis C virus infection (HCV) is a major health problem in Egypt. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Egyptian women. Considering that both diseases are frequent in the Egyptian population, it is likely that many women are affected by both. Purpose To evaluate patient safety and applicability of chemotherapy in chronic hepatitis C virus-infected patients with breast cancer. Subjects and methods We performed retrospective survey of 58 Egyptian patients diagnosed with both diseases. We retrospectively investigated the baseline patient and tumor characteristics, the toxicities of chemotherapy, and the changes in HCV viral load before and after chemotherapy, in addition to treatment received for HCV infection. Results Forty-four (75.9%) out of the 58 patients received chemotherapy with or without trastuzumab and one patient received lapatinib. We reported 2 patients who had HCV viral reactivation. Treatment with trastuzumab or Lapatinib was not associated with elevation in liver enzymes or change in HCV RNA viral load. Treatment discontinuation occurred in 31.8% (14/44) of patients due to complications. Dose reductions and/or dose delays were common (27.2%). Elevated liver enzymes were developed in 20 out of 44 (45.5%) patients who received chemotherapy. Three patients received antiviral treatment concomitant with chemotherapy with no significant complications. Conclusions Greater attention should be paid to the possibility of complications including HCV reactivation, fulminant hepatitis, and interrupted chemotherapy treatments in breast cancer patients with chronic HCV infection receiving immunosuppressive drugs. Close monitoring of patients with breast cancer and HCV infection should be done

Validation of an information–motivation–behavioral skills model of upper limb functional exercise adherence among Chinese postoperative patients with breast cancer Abstract Background The adherence to postoperative upper limb functional exercise in breast cancer (BC) patients is poor which can lead to adverse health outcomes. Effective intervention content to improve adherence is still unclear. The information–motivation–behavioral skills (IMB) model is a theoretical model that has been widely used to promote health behavior in many disease populations and may, therefore, help to explain and promote adherence to functional exercise. In this study, we validated the IMB model in a sample of postoperative BC patients. Methods A cross-sectional study of 165 postoperative patients with BC was performed in a hospital. We collected information on demographics, functional exercise knowledge (information), personal and social motivation (motivation), objective skills and self-efficacy (behavioral skills), and functional exercise adherence (behavior). Measured variable path analyses were applied for the IMB framework. Results The IMB elements explained 37.9% of the variance in adherence. As predicted, behavioral skills had a direct effect on adherence (β = 0.509; P < 0.05) and mediated the effects of knowledge (indirect effect 0.092, P < 0.05) and motivation (indirect effect 0.251, P < 0.05) on adherence. Conclusions Behavioral skills have a direct effect on functional exercise adherence and a mediating effect on the influence of knowledge and motivation on adherence. Thus, these factors represent key determinants of exercise adherence. The IMB model could be applied to the upper limb exercise adherence of postoperative BC patients. These findings indicate that the promotion of exercise adherence interventions may benefit from targeting patients' exercise adherence-related knowledge, motivation, and behavioral skills.

Does breast cancer growth rate really depend on tumor subtype? Measurement of tumor doubling time using serial ultrasonography between diagnosis and surgery Abstract Background Breast cancer growth is generally expected to differ between tumor subtypes. We aimed to evaluate tumor doubling time (DT) using ultrasonography and verify whether each tumor subtype has a unique DT. Methods This retrospective study included 265 patients with invasive breast cancer who received serial ultrasonography between diagnosis and surgery. Tumor diameters were measured in three directions and DTs were calculated according to an exponential growth model using the volume change during serial ultrasonography. We investigated the relationships between DT, tumor subtype, and histopathological factors. Results Volumes did not change in 95 (36%) of 265 tumors and increased in 170 (64%) tumors during serial ultrasonography (mean interval, 56.9 days). The mean volume increases of all tumors and volume-increased tumors were 22.1% and 34.5%, respectively. Triple-negative tumors had greater volume increases (40% vs. 20%, p = 0.001) and shorter DT (124 vs. 185 days, p = 0.027) than estrogen receptor (ER)+/human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)– tumors. Volume-increased tumors had higher Ki-67 indices than those of volume-stable tumors in ER+/HER2− (p = 0.002) and ER+/HER2+ tumors (p = 0.011) and higher histological grades in all tumors except triple-negative tumors (p < 0.001). Triple-negative tumors with DTs < 90 days (short-DT) showed higher Ki-67 indices than those with DTs > 90 days (long-DT) (p = 0.008). In ER+/HER2− tumors, histological grades were higher for short-DT than for long-DT tumors (p = 0.022). Conclusion Differences in tumor DT depending on breast cancer subtype, Ki-67 index, and histological grade were confirmed using serial ultrasonography even during preoperative short interval.

Oligometastatic breast cancer Abstract Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) is considered as incurable. The group of patients with oligometastatic disease (a few metastatic lesions and organs involved) apparently have better prognosis. It is claimed that, these patients could be treated with curative intent, and multidisciplinary aggressive approach should be considered. Despite the lack of strong data it is increasingly accepted in clinical practice. Currently, the appropriate candidate would be young woman with good performance status, low tumour burden with long disease-free interval. Because for them with already favorable nature of their disease, aggressive treatment has greater chances to improve survivals. Local ablative treatment (radiotherapy/surgery) has a crucial role in this setting. Available mainly from retrospective in nature long-term results are encouraging but need confirmation in prospective randomized studies. In this review, I discuss the definition of oligometastatic disease, its nature, currently available data and ongoing prospective randomized trials dedicated to oligometastatic breast cancer patients.

Expression of the RAC1, RHOA and CXCR4 proteins and their interaction as risk factors for infiltration to the nipple areola complex in operable breast carcinoma Abstract Background Nipple areola complex (NAC) infiltration in operable breast carcinoma (OBC) is associated with local recurrence. NAC infiltration in OBC suggests that RAC1, RHOA and CXCR4 proteins are risk factors for migration and infiltration of OBC to NAC. This study aims to analyze the expression and interactions of these proteins as risk factors for NAC infiltration in OBC. Materials and methods This is an analytic observational cross-sectional study coupled with a categorical comparative study in each 40 subjects of OBC with and without NAC infiltration. The immunohistochemistry performed with a cut-off point based on the result of a receiver operating characteristics (ROC). Results RAC1, p < 0.001 with POR 5.76, 95% CI: 2.06–16.08; RHOA, p < 0.001 with POR 7.00, 95% CI: 2.28–21.53; and CXCR4, p = 0.001 with POR 6.33, 95% CI 2.06–19.49. There was an interaction between RAC1 and RHOA (p < 0.001 with POR 17.14, 95% CI: 3.07-125.66); between RAC1 and CXCR4 (p < 0.001 with POR 30.93, 95% CI 3.62–686.89); between RHOA and CXCR4 (p < 0.001 with POR 10.21, 95% CI 2.19–54.17); and between the RAC1, RHOA and CXCR4 proteins (p < 0.001 with POR = 23.69, 95% CI 2.51–544.86). Conclusion We conclude that the expression of the RAC1, RHOA, and CXCR4 proteins and their interactions play a role as risk factors of NAC infiltration.

Dangerous non-food products

Alexandros Sfakianakis
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Products with serious risks 

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0359/19        Category:  Machinery   Product:  Circular saw blade   Brand: Inter Kert   Name: TCT Saw Blade   Type / number of model:  125 mm x 22.23 mm x 24 Teeth   Batch number / Barcode:  Saw blades sold online between Jan 18 and October 1st 2018   Risk type:  Cuts   The circular saw blade may be mounted on an angle grinder and could therefore, against its intended use, be used as a hand-held circular saw. As a consequence, this could cause kickback or loss of control over the tool, resulting in serious injury. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60745 and EN 62841.   Measures taken by economic operators: This product listing was removed from Amazon's marketplace, Warning consumers of the risks (By: Distributor)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0351/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle   Brand: Hyundai   Name: H1 Travel / H1 Cargo   Type / number of model:  Type-approval numbers: e4*2001/116*0129 / e4*2007/46/0091; Type: TQ   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 6 March 2018 and 20 April 2018.   Risk type:  Injuries   The locking mechanism on the sliding door may be defective. This may cause unintentional closing of the sliding door which could cause injury.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0352/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: Ford   Name: Ford Focus Estate   Type / number of model:  Type-approval number: e13*2007/46*1911*02   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 March 2013 and 21 January 2019   Risk type:  Injuries   The rear door lock Bowden cable may be incorrectly fixed, resulting in damage to the cable. This may cause the rear doors to open when the rear windows are lowered, leading to injuries and potential accident.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0353/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle   Brand: Ford   Name: Transit, Transit Custom   Type / number of model:  Type-approval number: e1*2007/46*1100*07 and e1*2007/46*1005*09   Batch number / Barcode:  Specific vehicles built between 06/02/2017 and 29/08/2017   Risk type:  Injuries   The shoulder height adjuster bolt on the driver-side's front seatbelt may be incorrectly torqued. As a result, in the event of an accident, the seatbelt anchorage bolt may separate from the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster, leading to injuries.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0354/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: Jeep   Name: Wrangler   Type / number of model:  Type-approval number: e4*2001/116*0116*26; Type: UA5   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 7 May 2018 and 21 August 2018.   Risk type:  Injuries   The welds on the front track bar bracket may not be located correctly on the seam. This may cause separation of the front track bar bracket from the frame, reducing steering control and leading to an accident without prior warning.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0358/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: KIA   Name: Stinger   Type / number of model:  EC Type-approval numbers: e11*2007/46*4002*00, e11*2007/46*4002*01 Stinger (CK) (2018)   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 01.07.2017 and 04.04.2018   Risk type:  Fire   There is a rough edge in the left fender body panel. It could damage the insulation of the front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartments. This could cause it to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0365/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: Lancia   Name: Ypsilon   Type / number of model:  Type-approval number: e3*2007/46*0064*39; Type: 312   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 6 and 7 September 2018.   Risk type:  Injuries   There is a possible defect in the steering column height adjustment mechanism. It may disengage in motion, possibly leading to a loss of steering control.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0366/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: Fiat   Name: Panda   Type / number of model:  Type-approval number: e3*2007/46*0064*39; Type: 312   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 6 and 14 September 2018.   Risk type:  Injuries   There is a possible defect in the steering column height adjustment mechanism. It may disengage in motion, possibly leading to a loss of steering control.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0367/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: BMW   Name: 1, X1   Type / number of model:  Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0371*19 bis *24, e1*2007/46*1676; Types: UKL-L, F1X   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 5 October 2018 and 21 January 2019.   Risk type:  Injuries   The nuts of the rear light brackets may be contaminated with oil. Oil can cause cracks in the light brackets and the rear lights may separate from the vehicle leading to an accident.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

Share on             Alert number: A12/0368/19        Category:  Motor vehicles   Product:  Passenger car   Brand: Mercedes-Benz   Name: GLE   Type / number of model:  Type-approval number: e1*2007/46*1885*00 to 01; Type: H1GLE   Batch number / Barcode:  The affected vehicles were manufactured between 1 January 2018 and 20 December 2018.   Risk type:  Injuries   The rear spoiler may not have been produced according to specifications. The upper part of the rear spoiler may consequently become detached and drop onto the road, posing a risk to following traffic.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0347/19        Category:  Childcare articles and children's equipment   Product:  UV-tester wristband   Brand: Unknown   Name: Unknown   Type / number of model:  3195   Batch number / Barcode: Unknown   Risk type:  Chemical, Environment   The plastic of the wristband contains 2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 28 % by weight) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: up to 0.44 % by weight). DEHP is a phtalate that may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Also prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).   Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer) Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

1 of 4 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0357/19        Category:  Childcare articles and children's equipment   Product:  Baby carrier   Brand: Child Wheels by Childhome   Name: 3-way baby carrier   Type / number of model:  CWBCSUP "Superstar"   Batch number / Barcode:  5 420007 129088   Risk type:  Choking, Injuries   The plastic label on the carrier can be easily detached. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. The durability of the carrier is not adequate. Consequently, it could break while in use, causing the child to fall. The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 13209-2.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer)

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0348/19        Category:  Stationery   Product:  Notebook with pen   Brand: Unknown   Name: Bullet air notebook and pen   Type / number of model:  10679203   Batch number / Barcode: Unknown   Risk type:  Chemical   The plastic of the cover contains cadmium (measured value: 0.03 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health, because it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer) Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

1 of 4 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0349/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Soft toy   Brand: Wowmax   Name: Unknown   Type / number of model:  Unknown   Batch number / Barcode: Unknown   Risk type:  Choking, Suffocation   The zip tag on the bear can be easily detached and the fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible through the zip. A small child may put the zip tag or the stuffing material in the mouth and choke. In addition, the plastic bag of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with the packaging, the plastic could cover the mouth and nose, blocking the airways. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): Temporary ban on the supply, offer to supply and display of the product

1 of 3 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0355/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Plastic doll   Brand: Unknown   Name: Sweet Princess the First   Type / number of model:  DY810, TC55529   Batch number / Barcode:  5 907714 492365   Risk type:  Chemical   The plastic of the doll contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 31% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.  The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer)

1 of 3 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0356/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Wooden rattle toy   Brand: Nofred Iconic Design   Name: Harbour Keys   Type / number of model:  Mint, Rosa, Curry , 6205, 6206, 6207   Batch number / Barcode:  5 713994 162061   Risk type:  Choking   The wooden keys are too long. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant Standard EN 71-1   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Manufacturer) Company recall page:  http://www.nofred.com/pages/harbour-keys-recall

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0360/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Plastic doll   Brand: Unknown   Name: Fashion Girl   Type / number of model:  Unknown   Batch number / Barcode:  6920180113335   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 27.06 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 2 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0361/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Plastic doll   Brand: Unknown   Name: Cute Girl - Fashion style   Type / number of model:  LB303   Batch number / Barcode:  6920180113083   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 25% by weight) and di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP) (measured value: 0.17% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 2 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0362/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Plastic doll   Brand: Unknown   Name: Toys   Type / number of model:  Unknown   Batch number / Barcode:  6920180113151   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 7.76% by weight) and di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP) (measured value: 20.5% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system or the liver. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0363/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Soft plastic balls   Brand: Unknown   Name: Unknown   Type / number of model:  15563   Batch number / Barcode:  3333330007331   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 13.24 % by weight) and di-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 3.6 % by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.    Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0369/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Squeezable toy   Brand: Unknown   Name: Shrilling - The animal world   Type / number of model:  Unknown   Batch number / Barcode:  50110009   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 22% by weight) This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.  The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 2 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0370/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Squeezable toy   Brand: Unknown   Name: Shrilling Chicken   Type / number of model:  YT-CHC03   Batch number / Barcode:  50110008   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 5.78 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. Moreover, it may damage fertility and be a risk to the unborn child. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 2 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0371/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Plastic doll   Brand: Lian Yi   Name: Charming girls - The Sheila   Type / number of model:  Unknown   Batch number / Barcode:  6920180113496   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 0.19%by weight), di-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 0.19% by weight) and di-'isononyl' phthalate (DINP) (measure valued: 13.29% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 3 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0373/19        Category:  Toys   Product:  Plastic doll   Brand: MY STYLE   Name: Bimina   Type / number of model:  1902 TB-1852, 3-216-35   Batch number / Barcode:  8593216318523   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 17% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Retailer): Withdrawal of the product from the market

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0364/19        Category:  Clothing, textiles and fashion items   Product:  Work gloves   Brand: Werckmann   Name: Working Gloves   Type / number of model:  2512140   Batch number / Barcode:  07/18 - 8718964007691   Risk type:  Chemical   The product contains Chromium (VI) (measured value: 16.1 mg/kg) Chromium (VI) is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions on contact with the skin.  The product does not comply with the REACH regulation.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Distributor)

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A12/0374/19        Category:  Decorative articles   Product:  Plastic flag   Brand: Unknown   Name: Unknown   Type / number of model:  7604814   Batch number / Barcode: Unknown   Risk type:  Chemical   The plastic of the flag contains cadmium (measured value: 0.09 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.   Measures taken by economic operators: Withdrawal of the product from the market (By: Importer) Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Other): The company is reported to the prosecutor

1 of 2 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0350/19        Category:  Electrical appliances and equipment   Product:  Hairdryer   Brand: Homday   Name: Sèche cheveux   Type / number of model:  383205   Batch number / Barcode:  LOT : 05/2017   Risk type:  Electric shock   The thermal cut-out device on the product does not work correctly. The hairdryer can overheat, causing the plastic material to melt and leaving live parts accessible. The user could touch these parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.   Measures taken by economic operators: Recall of the product from end users (By: Importer)

1 of 2 photos PreviousNext Share on             Alert number: A12/0372/19        Category:  Electrical appliances and equipment   Product:  Hairdryer   Brand: Camry   Name: Unknown   Type / number of model:  CR2241   Batch number / Barcode:  5908256833975   Risk type:  Burns, Electric shock, Fire   The hairdryer does not have a thermal cut-out device and the plastic material of the casing is combustible. As a consequence, the hairdryer could overheat and catch fire. Melted plastic could also cause burns and leave live parts accessible, leading to an electric shock if touched by users. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures, Recall of the product from end users, Withdrawal of the product from the market

Products with other risk levels 

1 of 1 photo Share on             Alert number: A11/0010/19        Category:  Machinery   Product:  Engine hoist   Brand: Biltema   Name: Shop crane   Type / number of model:  Shop crane 2T, 15-371   Batch number / Barcode:  18/6   Risk type:  Injuries   The crane is mechanically too weak and the stability of the crane is not sufficient. Mechanical failure or impaired crane stability may lead to the crane falling with the load and causing injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.   Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Importer): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures