In the period 23.02.2026 - 01.03.2026 the supervisory authorities published 5 alerts concerning products available on the Polish market. According to notices from GIS (Chief Sanitary Inspectorate) and UOKiK (Office of Competition and Consumer Protection), the list includes both food products and toys as well as electrical equipment. Among them are recalled products with a critical risk level: red onion with an exceeded cadmium limit and a doll containing an excessive concentration of the phthalate DEHP. The remaining recalled products include a dangerous wooden swing for children, a three-wheel tricycle and a submersible pump with serious electrical deficiencies. These GIS alerts and UOKiK actions show how important it is to follow official warnings and to protect food safety and overall product safety in consumers’ homes.
GIS warns against consuming the red onion from batch 04/7 due to exceeding the permissible cadmium level. As UOKiK reports, some of the toys and devices were sold online, including on popular platforms, which significantly increases the reach of the potential hazard. The recalled products should be removed from use without delay and consumers are entitled to return them and obtain a refund. In this weekly digest we present details of the GIS alerts and UOKiK decisions, analyse the health risks and explain how to act safely if one of these items has already reached your home.
Summary
- A total of 5 products were recalled: one food item, three toys and one electrical pump.
- Red onion from Biedronka was recalled due to excessive cadmium, directly affecting food safety.
- The Mila Fashion Amy doll contains 10.5% DEHP, far above the legal limit for toys.
- The AZZAP swing and the tricycle pose a risk of suffocation, cuts and limb injuries.
- The submersible pump RK-4162 may cause electric shock and fire because of a defective power cord.
UOKiK calls for the immediate withdrawal from use of AZZAP wooden swings due to the risk of child suffocation. These recalled products illustrate how broad the range of hazards covered by GIS alerts and other market-surveillance actions can be.
| Product | Store | Hazard | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red onion 0.5 kg, Biedronka | Biedronka | Excess cadmium level | Critical |
| Mila Fashion Amy doll | TEDi / other outlets | High DEHP phthalate content | Critical |
| Wooden swing for children 2+ AZZAP | Online shops (incl. Amazon) | Risk of suffocation and falling | High |
| Three-wheel tricycle with pedals | Various sales channels | Sharp edges, entrapment and thin bag suffocation risk | High |
| Diver pump “RUCHEEK-1”, VP10B (RK-4162) | Retail / wholesale | Risk of electric shock and fire | High |
Red onion 0.5 kg pack, Biedronka
Hazard: An excessive cadmium level was detected in batch 04/7 of this product, which may lead to overexposure to this toxic heavy metal. Potential effects include kidney damage and other health problems with long-term exposure. According to the GIS notice, several other batches were also withdrawn as a precaution: 03/5, 03/6, 03/7, 04/1, 04/2, 04/3, 04/4, 04/5, 04/6, 05/1.
Store: Biedronka | EAN: not available | Manufacturer: Onix Sp. z o.o.
Mila Fashion Amy doll
Hazard: The toy was found to contain bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) at a concentration of 10.5%, which clearly exceeds permitted limits for toys and exposes the child to harmful chemical substances. Potential effects include poisoning, hormonal disruption and adverse effects on the child's health, including on the reproductive system. Parents should immediately remove the Mila Fashion Amy doll from the child’s environment because of the high DEHP content.
Store: TEDi chain and other outlets | EAN: 42217001211000000155 | Manufacturer: TEDI SIEĆ HANDLOWA sp. z o.o.
Wooden swing for children 2+ AZZAP
Hazard: The swing has openings that may cause a child to fall, and the head may become trapped in them, which can lead to suffocation. Potential effects include suffocation and serious injuries. As UOKiK notes, the product was sold online, in particular via Amazon, which means the risk may concern customers nationwide and abroad.
Store: online sale (incl. Amazon) | EAN: 5907480711400 | Manufacturer: AZZAP
Three-wheel tricycle with pedals
Hazard: The toy has sharp edges that can cause cuts. There are accessible gaps between moving parts where a child's leg can become trapped, causing injuries. Additionally, the plastic packaging bag is too thin and may cause suffocation if placed over the head. Potential effects include cuts, limb injuries and suffocation.
Store: various sales channels | EAN: 5903631473241 | Manufacturer: not available, batch no. 010776
Diver pump “RUCHEEK-1”, VP10B (model RK-4162)
Hazard: There is a risk of electric shock and fire due to the use of a power cord that is too short, with conductors of insufficient cross-section and without a protective earth conductor. Potential consequences include electric shock to the user and ignition of the electrical installation. According to UOKiK, the pump is intended for dirty and clean water, which may encourage home use, for example in basements and gardens, where moisture further increases the risk.
Store: national distribution | EAN: not available | Manufacturer: DDK KEWLANI Sp. z o.o., Grodzisk Mazowiecki
Health risk analysis
This week’s recalled products cover very different types of hazards, but all of them may have serious consequences for health and life. For the red onion sold in the Biedronka chain, food safety is the key concern. Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that accumulates in the body, primarily in the kidneys. Long-term exposure to cadmium, even at low doses, can lead to kidney damage, disturbed mineral balance and an increased risk of bone disorders. That is why GIS alerts about heavy metals in food are treated as critical for consumer protection.
In the case of the Mila Fashion Amy doll, the hazard stems from exposure to the phthalate DEHP. Phthalates are plasticisers that can act as endocrine-disrupting chemicals. In children, exposure to high DEHP levels may adversely affect reproductive system development, contribute to future fertility problems and influence neurological development. Skin contact, mouthing the toy and prolonged use all increase exposure.
The AZZAP wooden swing and the three-wheel tricycle illustrate how important sound construction and design are for toy safety. Sharp edges can cause deep cuts, and gaps between moving parts may trap children’s limbs. The most severe risks, however, arise from elements that can lead to suffocation – both the openings in the swing where a child’s head can become stuck and the overly thin packaging bag that a child may pull over the head.
Finally, the RK-4162 submersible pump is an example of electrical hazards. The lack of a protective earth conductor and an undersized cable cross-section increase the likelihood of overheating, electric shock on contact with the metal casing and outbreak of fire. Using such a device in damp environments, such as basements, further aggravates the risk. Consumers should remember that recalled electrical products must never continue to be used or repaired on their own.
Stores affected by the recalls
This week’s recalled products affected both major retail chains and online sellers. The best-known case is the red onion 0.5 kg pack sold in the Biedronka chain, where, according to the GIS notice, a series of batches was withdrawn because of excessive cadmium. This is an important reminder for consumers that food safety in large chains also requires constant supervision.
The Mila Fashion Amy doll was available in TEDi stores, while the AZZAP swing was offered mainly online, including via Amazon. The tricycle and the pump may have been distributed through various channels, including brick-and-mortar and online shops. Consumers who suspect they have purchased recalled products should check EAN codes, batch numbers and photos from official notices and contact the seller without delay.
Consumer advice
If you have any of the products described, you should stop using them immediately. For the red onion from Biedronka, check the batch numbers on the pack. Recalled food products should not be consumed or used for cooking. They can be returned to the store where they were purchased, usually without a receipt, by referring to the GIS alert and your right to claim for an unsafe product.
Toys – the Mila Fashion Amy doll, the AZZAP swing and the tricycle – should be removed from children’s reach right away. Do not attempt to modify the construction yourself (for example by covering openings or reinforcing elements), as this does not guarantee safety. The recalled products can be returned to the seller or importer, citing UOKiK notices and records from the EU Safety Gate system.
For the RK-4162 submersible pump, it is essential to disconnect it from the mains and discontinue its use. The device can be claimed as non-compliant with safety requirements. If you suspect the product has already caused harm (for example electric shock, fire, symptoms of poisoning or worsening health problems after long-term consumption of contaminated onion), consult a doctor and consider reporting the case to your local sanitary-epidemiological station. Such reports help strengthen the overall system of food safety and consumer protection.
Regulatory context
Recall procedures in Poland are based on national legislation and EU regulations on food safety, toy safety and electrical equipment safety. In the area of food, the key authority is the Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS), which publishes official GIS alerts whenever a product poses a risk to consumers’ health. Under EU food law, businesses are obliged to immediately withdraw unsafe food from the market and notify the authorities. Consumers, in turn, have the right to full information and to return dangerous products.
For toys, consumer electronics and other consumer products, the main authority is the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK), which cooperates with the Trade Inspection and the EU Safety Gate system. Recalled products are published in official registers, and sellers are obliged to inform their customers about the risk. Polish consumer law enables people to claim compensation for damage caused by unsafe products and guarantees the right to complain about goods that do not meet safety requirements. Following official communications from GIS and UOKiK is therefore an important part of everyday consumer protection and helps keep both food and non-food products safe in the home.