HQ Products Pop Up Tent – 2 persons
- Affected
- Two people pop up tent. Size 220 x 120 x 95cm. 190T PU coated Polyester with ground PE & mesh inner door.
- The problem
- Product presents a serious risk of burns due to highly flammable, non-extinguishable tent fabric and a number of ventilation openings below the required minimum.
- What to do
- Destruction of the product at the border.
Product information
| Type | Hobby / Sports Equipment – Camping Tent (2 people) |
|---|---|
| Item No. | POPT-10 |
| Barcode number | 5060138812796 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Two people pop up tent. Size 220 x 120 x 95cm. 190T PU coated Polyester with ground PE & mesh inner door. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Report and PDF |
Hazard
This product poses a serious risk to the user because the fabric of the tent was found to be highly flammable and does not self-extinguish. If the tent is close to any source of flame, it could easily catch fire. This could lead to occupants getting burned. Additionally, a minimum of 2 ventilation openings shall be provided in sealed tents to provide sufficient circulation of air, however there was only one present on the tent.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
Destruction of the product at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2109-0005
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 3 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.