Cyprus authorities have been alerted to 65 non-food products that may pose health or safety risks, according to the Consumer Protection Service. The products were identified in EU markets and reported through the European Union’s Safety Gate rapid alert system.
Products Span Multiple Categories
The flagged products include toys and childcare items, electrical equipment, cosmetics, clothing and footwear, motor vehicles and personal protective equipment. The list also covers sports and leisure goods, kitchenware, chemicals, furniture, construction products and fireworks.
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Reported hazards range from drowning and electric shock to fire, burns, injuries and chemical exposure. Some products may also pose cutting risks or damage eyesight and hearing.
Cyprus Authorities Review The Alerts
The Consumer Protection Service is Cyprus’ contact point for Safety Gate and has distributed the notifications to government departments for checks on whether the products are available on the local market.
Of the 65 products, 19 were assigned to the Consumer Protection Service, 15 to the Labour Inspection Department and nine to the Department of Electrical and Mechanical Services. Another eight were referred to the Environment Department, seven to the Road Transport Department and five to Pharmaceutical Services, while one each went to the Mines Service and the Construction Products Sector of the Ministry of Interior.
Consumers And Businesses Urged To Check Products
Consumers can search the Safety Gate website for products reported across the EU. Anyone who has purchased or still owns one of the identified products should stop using it where appropriate, return it to the seller and inform the relevant authority.
Businesses that currently sell or previously sold any of the products were also asked to contact the appropriate authority immediately. The full list of 65 products and the authorities responsible for checking them is available in the Consumer Protection Service’s official document.
