一、The latest developments in wireless regulations
1. Belarus new wireless certification requirements
According to the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Belarus, Act No. 849 of 21 October 2016, since February 1, 2017, all wireless / telecommunications products are required to enforce Belarusian wireless certification. That is, all exports to Belarus, including wireless module products are required to comply with the Belarus National Bureau of the corresponding mandatory requirements, the certification mark for the STB
2. Mexico issued a new test standard NOM-208-SCFI-2016
The new test standard, the NOM-208-SCFI-2016, was officially released on February 7, 2017 and is expected to be implemented in early April 2017. This standard applies to wireless products operating in the 2400-2483.5MHz, 5725-5850MHz and 902-928MHz bands and replaces the old standard NOM-121 and NOM-EM-016.
At present, the local laboratory and the issuing unit must obtain NOM-208-SCFI-2016 qualification, so during this period the enterprise can continue to IFT-008-2015 application.
Certificate Application:
l A certificate with the standard NOM-121 or NOM-EM-016 and labeled "Definitivo" is still available. Such certificates may apply for extension but can not apply for change.
l Apply the standard NOM-EM-016 and mark "Provisional" certificate, the certificate is valid for one year after the date of issue. Once the certificate expires, it must be extended and must be reapplied to maintain its validity.
3. Chile SUBTEL Amendment Regulation
The Chilean certification body SUBTEL issued Resolution 755 on 23 January 2017 and entered into force in a timely manner. The regulations mainly update the standard requirements for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz parts, the main changes are as follows:
二、 Safety regulations
1. Taiwan BSMI RoHS requirements for specific products will be involved in the certificate renewal
According to the Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs Standard Inspection Bureau (BSMI) announcement, since December 27, 2016 from the "wiring with connectors and power line group of goods", since January 14, 2017, "92 information, audio and video Category "goods, and since February 24, 2021 from the" electric blanket and other 63 goods ", should be tested in accordance with the provisions of the inspection of goods marked by CNS15663 standard provisions of the six restricted substances marked on the list of goods ontology, Packaging, labeling or instructions, the test methods, verify the landing compliance assessment model and other provisions remain unchanged.
Those who have obtained the certificate can apply for renewal of the certificate to BSMI before submitting the relevant information before December 31, 2017, and the validity of the certificate is valid. The existing certificate, conformity statement (including the new application but not satisfying the requirement) ) Will expire on January 1, 2018.
Commodity inspection mark (certification mark) update:
Remark: RoHS (XX), indicating that the content of the restricted substance (XX) in the commodity exceeds the percentage of the standard standard.
2. GCC Certification Bureau (GSO) releases GCC certification tracking logo GCTS use and printing specifications
The GCC Certification Authority (GSO) publishes the use and printing specifications of the GSCC Conformity Tracking Symbol, which stipulates that from April 1, 2017, 13 categories of regulated products entering the seven countries of the Gulf must be printed With the definition of the two-dimensional code and certification body code G logo.
3. South Korea KATS issued a new law - electrical and home appliances safety management law
Korea KATS issued a new law - electrical and home appliances safety management law, and in January 28, 2017 began to implement, the main changes are as follows:
Please refer to the Korean bulletin
www.kats.go.kr/content.do?cmsid=239&mode=view&page=2&cid=19078
Product Recall Notification Information
Date:Early February 2017 to Early March 2017
1. Product:Rice Cooker
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall:The cooking mode indicator is very fragile, and if it is damaged or dislodged, it forms an openable accessible body. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60335.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, recall products from the end user, withdraw products from the market (importers).
2. Product:Travel plug adapter
Country of origin:Unknown
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall:The live part of the adapter or the live pin of the plug inserted into the adapter can be touched under certain conditions of use. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standards.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, destruction of products, recall of end-user products, withdrawal of products from the market (dealers).
3. Product: Wall lamp
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall:Lack of water protection. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60598.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to recall products from end users, withdraw products from the market (resellers).
4. Product:Food grinder
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall:The insulated cable of the lid handle is in contact with the ungrounded metal portion of the cover, resulting in the possibility that the metal portion of the lid that is not accessible to the user can become a charged body. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60335.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to withdraw products from the market (importers).
5. Product:Food grinder with heating function
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall:The handle used to open the lid becomes too hot during use, which can burn the user's finger. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60335.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to destroy products, recalling the end user of the product, to withdraw from the market (importers) products.
6. Product:Electric Planer
Country of origin:Germany
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall: The protective cover does not completely cover the side of the blade or the unused portion of the cutting head. This product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 60745.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to recall products from end users, withdraw products from the market (resellers).
7. Product:Field Mower
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:France
Reasons for recall: If the grounding wire behind the shield is not properly secured, the thread is easy to loose, preventing the machine from stopping, causing the user to come into contact with the tool. The product does not meet the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to inform consumers of risks (importers).
8. Product:Game consoles
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Germany
Reasons for recall:The plug adapter pin is not fully insulated. When the plug adapter is inserted into the socket, the live part of the pin can be touched.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to prohibit product marketing and any incidental measures.
9. Product:Charger
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Germany
Reasons for recall:The product is not equipped with double insulation, the mechanical strength of its shell is insufficient, will lead to live parts can be touched. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60950.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to inform consumers of the risk of withdrawing products (manufacturers) from the market.
10. Product:Power extension cord
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Spain
Reasons for recall:The live parts of the power outlet with protective cover are accessible. The product does not meet the requirements of the low voltage directive and the relevant national standards.
Treatments Measure: Compulsory measures, customs refused to import (importers).
11. Product:Charging lights
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Spain
Reasons for recall:The electrical insulation of the charger is insufficient. With high strength, the insulation of the main components of the product is deformed and the live parts become accessible, resulting in a risk of electric shock to the user. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60598.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to withdraw products from the market (importers).
12. Product:Light post
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Spain
Reasons for recall:The plug is not waterproof. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60598.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to withdraw products from the market (dealers).
13. Product:Light post
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Spain
Reasons for recall:The small bayonet lamp holder used in the light string, which can be dislocated, causes the live parts with the mains voltage to be accessible. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60598.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to withdraw products from the market (importers).
14. Product:Light post
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Spain
Reasons for recall:The cover of the flash unit is easily removed by hand so that the live parts of the flash unit can be touched. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60598.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to withdraw products from the market (dealers).
15. Product:Self-balancing scooter
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Finland
Reasons for recall:The battery charger is not electrically insulated. The overheating of the battery connector in the scooter can cause a fire. This product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive, Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 60335.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to recall products (importers) from end users. Mandatory measures to prohibit product marketing and any incidental measures.
16. Product:LED Bulb
Country of origin:Unknown
Notification of the country:Sweden
Reasons for recall:The live parts of the LED module of the lamp are accessible during normal use. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 62560.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to recall products (resellers) from end users.
17. Product:LED light
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Netherlands
Reasons for recall:Product is not moisture, water penetration into the light will lead to short circuit; and can further lead to damage to the internal light, resulting in contact with some of the live. 2 incidents report. The product does not meet the requirements of the low voltage directive.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to recall products from end users, withdraw products from the market (resellers). Mandatory measures to recall products (importers) from end users.
18. Product:LED flood light
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Poland
Reasons for recall:Cable insulation is not suitable for outdoor use and may be damaged. No user security installation information. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 60598.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to withdraw products from the market (importers).
19. Product:Plug adapter
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:Poland
Reasons for recall:One pin of the adapter is plugged into the socket and the other pin becomes a user-accessible body.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to withdraw products from the market (dealers).
20. Product: Battery socket
Country of origin:Turkey
Notification of the country:Lithuania
Reasons for recall:When the plug part is inserted into the socket, the live pin can be touched. The product does not meet the requirements of the relevant standard IEC 60884.
Treatments Measure: Mandatory measures to prohibit product marketing and any incidental measures (reseller).
21. Product: Angle grinding
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country: Bulgaria
Reasons for recall:The mechanical strength of the housing is insufficient, so the housing may break during use to cause the live part to be accessible. This product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 60745.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures to withdraw products from the market (importers)
22. Product:Air handler
Country of origin:America
Notification of the country:America
Reasons for recall:Disconnect the key can not disconnect the air processor power, to the crew maintenance personnel to bring shock damage. Incidents / Injuries: The manufacturer receives reports that six units in the air handler are still working when the disconnect handle is removed. No injuries reported.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, consumers should immediately contact the manufacturer for free inspection and free maintenance. Goodman direct contact with all known commercial owners.
23. Product: Blow
Country of origin:China
Notification of the country:America
Reasons for recall:Fan within the plastic fan will suddenly rupture, fan blades flying from both ends of the duct, causing injuries. Incidents / Injuries: The manufacturer has received a report of 10,681 events, including 25 minor injuries reported, such as fan blades at both ends of the fan blades on the face, hands and legs scratched. No property damage reported.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hair dryer and contact the manufacturer directly for free replacement.
24. Product: Metal halid lamp
Country of origin:America
Notification of the country:America
Reasons for recall:The outer bulb is broken, causing the internal heat of glass fragments to fall from the lamp, causing a fire and scratches. Event / Injury: The manufacturer has received 12 reports of broken lights, including a fire accident, no injuries reported.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact the manufacturer for free replacement.
25. Product:Air-condition(PTAC)and heat pump(PTHP)
Country of origin: Mexico and China
Notification of the country:America
Reasons for recall:Power cord plug overheating, to consumers with fire hazards. Event / Damage: The manufacturer received 14 additional power cord plugs overheating reports, no injuries reported.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, consumers should stop using the recalled product and unplug the plug, contact the manufacturer for free replacement of the cord.
26. Product:Pneumatic Chain Saw
Country of origin:Germany
Notification of the country:America
Reasons for recall:Fuel pipeline leakage, constitute a fire and burn hazards. Accident / Injury: The manufacturer has received 117 reports of shortage or leakage of fuel pipelines. No fire, property damage and injury report.
Treatments Measure: Voluntary measures, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saw, returned to the manufacturer for free inspection and free maintenance.
The above information is taken from the following official website:
EU RAPEX System Bulletin:
http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/safety/rapex/alerts/main/index.cfm?event=main.listNotifications
US CPS Official website:
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/Recalls-by-Product/
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