Every year it is the same observation:hundreds of everyday consumer products are recalled. In 2019, the specialized site Oulah! identified more than 1000 defective items. And for good reason, all of them present risks to health, personal safety or the environment. All it takes is a manufacturing defect, contaminated component, or part failure for the consequences to be serious. All areas are concerned, ready-to-wear, toys, hygiene and maintenance products as well as food. Luckily, the magazine 60 million consumers regularly list the products to avoid .
2021 is starting well, many references have been labeled as a reminder in view of their dangers about health. Among them are sesame products . For several months now, hummus, breadsticks, cookies and other references have been withdrawn because they contain contaminated sesame by ethylene oxide . For the European Commission this represents a "serious risk to human health". Food is therefore affected, but it is not the only sector:toys and leisure equipment are also. Indeed, a few days ago the consumer association pointed to a swing for children and some scooters of different brands. These would present a risk of falling and breaking. Finally, hygiene products are no exception, an organic shower gel for children and an antibacterial cleanser for the hands are strongly discouraged.
For a complete list of recalled products, click here .
If a product seems dangerous to you and presents a potential risk to health or the environment, it is better to do not use it ! From then on, you can return it to the point of sale to request a refund , but also you can report it online with the competent authorities.
Discover some recall products in our slideshow.
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