Blue IOKUKI Climbing Rope/Safety Rope sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A blue rope with stitched ends and metal clips used for climbing.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of injuries due to the absence of independent conformity assessment to demonstrate the product will perform when required.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using the product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Climbing Rope |
|---|---|
| Brand | IOKUKI |
| Amazon ASIN | B086W5YGM |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A blue rope with stitched ends and metal clips used for climbing. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product is classed as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that it had been adequately conformity assessed. Mandatory third-party conformity assessment is required by the relevant Regulations for those products which protect against more serious risks. The absence of independent assessment for such a product may increase the risk to the consumer that the product may not perform as expected when relied upon to protect them from harm when climbing.
The product does not meet the requirements of the PPE Regulation 2016/425.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
We recommend owners stop using the product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2212-0007
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 1 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.