PRA number
2017/16156
Published date
Reasons the product is recalled
(a) The elastic luggage straps do not have the required warning label in accordance with Consumer Goods (Elastic luggage straps) Safety Standard 2017.
(b) The children’s toys contain batteries that can become accessible through normal use, which does not comply with Consumer Protection Notice No. 14 of 2003, as amended by Consumer Protection No. 1 of 2005.
(c) The hot water bottles do not meet the performance, physical and labelling requirements in accordance with the Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard) (Hot Water Bottles) Regulations 2008.
(b) The children’s toys contain batteries that can become accessible through normal use, which does not comply with Consumer Protection Notice No. 14 of 2003, as amended by Consumer Protection No. 1 of 2005.
(c) The hot water bottles do not meet the performance, physical and labelling requirements in accordance with the Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard) (Hot Water Bottles) Regulations 2008.
The hazards to consumers
Paragraph (a) - poses a risk of misuse, resulting in injury to the user.
Paragraph (b) – poses as a choking hazard if ingested.
Paragraph (c) – poses a risk of potential burns or serious injury.
Paragraph (b) – poses as a choking hazard if ingested.
Paragraph (c) – poses a risk of potential burns or serious injury.
What consumers should do
Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact Wens Bros Trading Pty Ltd for either an exchange or a full refund of the purchase price.
Consumers can contact Wens Bros Trading Pty Ltd by calling (03) 9543 5398 Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Wens Bros Trading Pty Ltd is located at 15 Winterton Road, Clayton VIC 3168.
Consumers can contact Wens Bros Trading Pty Ltd by calling (03) 9543 5398 Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Wens Bros Trading Pty Ltd is located at 15 Winterton Road, Clayton VIC 3168.
Supplier
Wens Bros Trading Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Victoria
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
