Safety warning Serious risk 6 September 2024

Carbo Bright Abo Alabed Wood Coal

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Carbo Bright Abo Alabed Wood Coal
Photo: official notice
Affected
Orange packaging with male smoking shisha pipe containing wood coal bricks, intended for use outside but no labelling or description for use.
The problem
This product presents a serious risk due to the potential for carbon monoxide poisoning.
What to do
The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Chemical products – Wood coal
Brand Carbo bright
Country of Origin Syria
Product description Orange packaging with male smoking shisha pipe containing wood coal bricks, intended for use outside but no labelling or description for use.
Product Report Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

This product presents a serious risk due to the potential for carbon monoxide poisoning. If the product is burned inside for a sufficient period of time, the product will begin to create carbon monoxide which will then lead the consumer to succumb to carbon monoxide poisoning, possibly leading to death. There was a lack of labelling or safety information available to warn the consumer of risks.

This product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The products have been withdrawn from sale.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2408-0069

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 6 September 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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