GARVEE Buoyancy Aid
- Affected
- Buoyancy aid with adjustable belt as well as attached whistle. It is identified as a “life jacket” on the box but as a “buoyancy aid” on the product.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it is marketed and packaged as a “life jacket”, despite being identified within the product documentation and markings as a 50N buoyancy aid.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Liferafts/Life-Buoys/Flotation Cushions |
|---|---|
| Brand | Garvee |
| Model | AGJ003 |
| Batch | 26030976 |
| Production date | 2026.03.18 |
| Product identifiers | PO26013114725625 |
| SKU | PSS_33RNYCKA |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Buoyancy aid with adjustable belt as well as attached whistle. It is identified as a “life jacket” on the box but as a “buoyancy aid” on the product. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it is marketed and packaged as a “life jacket”, despite being identified within the product documentation and markings as a 50N buoyancy aid. A buoyancy aid does not provide the same level of protection as a life jacket and requires active participation from the wearer to remain afloat, whereas a life jacket is designed to provide face-up flotation without user intervention. The misleading description may cause consumers to overestimate the level of protection offered and use the product in circumstances for which it is not suitable, increasing the risk of drowning. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2609-0066
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 15 September 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.