Mail Delivery Reveals Unofficial Model Tanks Lacking CE Certification - ZOLL Uncovers Issue
In a recent development, Customs Office Singen in Germany has seized two remotely controlled model tanks with shooting functions, valued at approximately 450 euros, that were found to be non-compliant with EU directives.
The model tanks, which were ordered from China, were discovered by customs officers in Konstanz, Germany, in mid-January. The remote controls for the tanks were found to have a CE marking, but it was determined to be non-compliant with EU directives, raising suspicions of counterfeit.
The CE marking is a crucial indicator that a product complies with EU regulations on health and environmental protection. However, in this case, the model tanks lacked the CE marking, which is required for products sold within the EU.
The company that manufactured the model tanks is WZT. The customs office is a key player in ensuring compliance with these regulations, and they informed the responsible market surveillance authority, which decided that the model tanks may not be imported.
As a result, the recipient of the model tanks must now decide whether to return them to the sender or have them destroyed. It is important to note that if there is suspicion that goods may be dangerous, Customs involves the respective competent authority.
Additionally, the model tanks were found to be missing German operating instructions, which could potentially withhold important safety information from users if the operating manual is only in English or Chinese characters. This is a significant concern, as if the competent authority finds that the goods pose a risk, they may not be put into circulation.
Customs plays a vital role in monitoring legal regulations for human health in international trade, and they control imports to protect consumers by ensuring dangerous goods do not reach the market.
For more information, please visit the official customs website at www.zoll.de. Contact information for Main Customs Office Singen can be found below:
Sonja Mรผller Telephone: 07731/ 8205 - 5251 Email: [email protected]
The website also provides information on how to report suspected dangerous goods. It is essential to maintain vigilance and report any suspicious products to ensure the safety of all consumers.
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