EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Protective equipment
Helmet Vihir “BMX Helm Wakeboard Helm Skaterhelm Fahrradhelm Herren Damen Jungs & Kinderhelm Wassersport...” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01541/23
Summary
The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient. In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1385.
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Product
Helmet — Vihir
- Brand
- Vihir
- Name / model
- BMX Helm Wakeboard Helm Skaterhelm Fahrradhelm Herren Damen Jungs & Kinderhelm Wassersport... · B07NS495Y4
- Category
- Protective equipment
- Helmet made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene for various sporting activities (BMX, Wakeboard, Skate, Cycling, Water sports); size L. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.
What is the risk?
- The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient. In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1385.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 24/05/2023
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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