Product Recalls: What Bermuda Consumers Need to Know

Staying informed about product recalls is an important part of keeping your household safe. Bermuda Consumer Affairs relies on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) as its primary source for recall information, as the CPSC provides the most up-to-date notices on unsafe or defective products sold worldwide. Because recalls are issued frequently, consumers are encouraged to visit the CPSC website and sign up for email alerts to stay informed.

If a recalled product is found to present an immediate or significant safety risk and is already being sold or distributed in Bermuda, Consumer Affairs will issue a public recall notice and may conduct in-person checks through an Enforcement Officer to ensure businesses comply with the recall. While some of the products listed may not be available for purchase in Bermuda, it’s still important for anyone who shops online or overseas to stay informed about current recalls. Staying aware helps you make safer choices for you and your family.

It’s important to understand that recalled products can come from any country, brand, or industry. However, Consumer Affairs has observed a growing number of recalls involving products manufactured in the Republic of China, making it especially important for consumers to stay alert when purchasing imported goods. Recalls occur worldwide from the U.S. to the European Union and may be triggered by issues such as:

• Product contamination

• Design flaws or defective components

• Poor packaging or product mix-ups

• Incorrect or unclear labelling

• Malicious tampering

Because safety problems can arise at any point, during manufacturing, shipping, or storage, regularly checking recall notices is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family.