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Cosmic elastic luggage straps — injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesMar 21, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of injuries because the elasticised cords can be pulled through the metal hook assemblies causing them to recoil. The cords fail at forces of 192, 185, 147 and 184 N whereas the relevant standard requires such straps to withstand 400 N without failing.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Elastic luggage straps for securing small loads.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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