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Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit safety warning over a drowning risk
Product Safety Report for Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Do not use it for swimming or bathing.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- C300PLUS507
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- C300PLUS
- Serial numberOn the rating label or a sticker on the product.
- Z300PLUS507
What to do now
Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit could contribute to drowning.
- Do not use it for swimming or bathing.
- Never leave a child alone in or near water, even for a moment.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2512-0157). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit presenting a serious risk of drowning.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of drowning as the mouthpiece is held in position with a plastic tie wrap. This connection is not considered secure and may lead to the mouthpiece becoming disconnected from the main respirator, and the user drowning. Improvements are also required to product labelling, marking and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment.
Action taken
The import has been rejected at the border
Advice to consumers
The import has been rejected at the border
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0157
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A diving respirator with mouthpiece and tank.
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Questions
Why has Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit been reported?
Vevor Diving Respirator and Bottle Kit could contribute to drowning. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code, model and serial number on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Do not use it for swimming or bathing. Never leave a child alone in or near water, even for a moment.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
