2020.12.03 Recall: Portable Multifunctional LED Germicidal Light (UV lamp)

03 December 2020

The following notice has been issued by the European Commission:

Alert number
A12/01631/20

Category
Electrical appliances and equipment

Product
Portable UV lamp

Brand
Unknown

Name
Portable Multifunctional LED Germicidal Light

Type / number of model
CHX-GL2001

Barcode
Unknown

Batch number
Unknown

Counterfeit
No

Risk type
Health risk / other

The product's plastic cover blocks all UV radiation. Consequently, it will 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 with 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)
Recall of the product from end users

Description
Black UV disinfection light with adjustable arm. A logo "WORKLIGHT" is written on the side. The product is sold online, in particular via eBay.

Packaging description
Brown cardboard box.

Country of origin
Unknown

Alert submitted by
United Kingdom

Type of alert
Serious

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