Bicycle helmet

FROFILE

Protective equipmentInjuries

Country of origin: People's Republic of China
Notifying country: Luxembourg
Counterfeit: No
Sold online: Yes

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What is the danger

The shock-absorbing capacity of the helmet is insufficient. As a result, the user might suffer injuries in case of an impact. Moreover, due to its inadequate shape and structure, the helmet may come off the wearer's head, increasing the risk of head injuries.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1078.

Measures taken

Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 24 June 2024
Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 24 June 2024
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 24 June 2024

Product

Description: Bicycle helmet. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B08B7W9S1V). All batches are concerned.
Packaging: Plastic bag.
Brand: FROFILE
Model / type: TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A001)TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A002)TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A003)TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A008)TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A010)TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A012)TK01 / WMTK001 (CJYTK01-BlackA, A6868)