Platform
Alibaba
11 EU Safety Gate alerts named Alibaba in the 12 months to 1 October 2026. Across all years, 45 EU Safety Gate alerts and 1 US CPSC recalls have named it.
46 official alerts and recalls concern products sold on Alibaba: 45 from EU Safety Gate and 1 from US CPSC. The first dates from 15 February 2020, the latest from 16 July 2026. In the last four complete quarters there were 12, down from 18 in the four quarters before. The hazards named most often are injuries (54%), chemical (17%) and choking (9%). Read from the official risk descriptions, the most common reasons are breaks or collapses (54%), restricted chemical above the legal limit (17%) and small parts or stuffing can be swallowed (9%). 87% were for products made in China. The products flagged most are lamps and led lights (4%), chargers and power adapters (4%) and toy guns (2%). The most common outcome was removed from online marketplace (71% of EU alerts); 24% included a measure ordered by an authority. Chemicals named in the official risk descriptions include phthalates, lead and short-chain chlorinated paraffins.
- Alerts naming Alibaba, last 12 months
- 11
- EU Safety Gate, all years
- 45
- US CPSC recalls
- 1
- Per 10M self-reported EU users
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small sample Small sample: fewer than 30 alerts in 12 months, so no rate is shown. Compare with care.
What the official records show
Is Alibaba safe? What the official records show
In the 12 months to 1 October 2026, 11 of 4,025 EU Safety Gate alerts (0.3%) named Alibaba as a place of sale. Each alert concerns one product that a national authority acted on. The records say nothing about the far larger number of products that were never tested, so they cannot rate Alibaba as a whole.
Are toys from Alibaba safe for children?
7 official alerts and recalls naming Alibaba concerned toys or childcare articles, 1 of them in the last 12 months. The most common hazards were choking and chemical. Each is listed below with a link to the official notice.
Why are products sold on Alibaba flagged?
In the official risk descriptions of alerts naming Alibaba, the most common reasons are breaks or collapses (54%), restricted chemical above the legal limit (17%) and small parts or stuffing can be swallowed (9%).
Which harmful chemicals were found in products sold on Alibaba?
The official risk descriptions of alerts naming Alibaba mention, by number of alerts: Phthalates (4), Lead (3), Short-chain chlorinated paraffins (1), Nickel (1).
What happened to the products sold on Alibaba?
The most common measures were removed from online marketplace (71%), withdrawn from the market (20%), recalled from consumers (16%). 24% of the alerts include a measure ordered by an authority rather than taken voluntarily.
How does Alibaba compare with other platforms?
By official alerts in the last 12 months, Alibaba ranks 10 of 20 platforms named. Larger platforms are named more often, so see the side-by-side comparison and the rates per user before comparing.
Official alerts and recalls per quarter
EU Safety GateUS CPSCQ4 2026 is incomplete: counted to 1 October 2026.
Show the numbers by year
| Year | EU Safety Gate | US CPSC |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (to date) | 10 | 1 |
| 2025 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 0 |
Why they were flagged
All reasons →-
54%, 25 alerts
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17%, 8 alerts
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9%, 4 alerts
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7%, 3 alerts
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7%, 3 alerts
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4%, 2 alerts
Most-flagged product types
- Lamps and LED lights2
- Chargers and power adapters2
- Toy guns1
- E-scooters and e-bikes1
- Protective face masks1
- Earrings1
- Dolls1
Most-flagged categories
- Machinery26
- Toys7
- Electrical appliances5
- Chemical products2
- Explosive atmosphere2
- Clothing and textiles1
- Cosmetics1
- Jewellery1
Most common hazards
Chemicals named in the official risk descriptions
- Phthalates4
- Lead3
- Short-chain chlorinated paraffins1
- Nickel1
What happened to the products
- Removed from online marketplace71%
- Withdrawn from the market20%
- Recalled from consumers16%
- Sales ban4%
- Other measure2%
- Product destroyed2%
Shares of the 45 EU Safety Gate alerts above; one alert can record several measures. 24% of alerts include a measure ordered by an authority, 76% only voluntary measures by the business.
How the platform was identified
- Found in the official product description45
- Found in the recall's list of sellers1
All alerts naming Alibaba
Download these 46 alerts (CSV) English column names; reuse with attribution to the official sources.
| Date | Product | Also named | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 |
Jobon Torch Lighters Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards; Violate Mandatory Standard for Multipurpose LightersJobon butane torch lighters
Why: Missing warnings or child-resistant closureRecalled from consumers Wording in the official recordfound in the recall's list of sellers Online at Amazon.com and Alibaba.com from April 2021 through September 2025 for between $5 a |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the recall's list of sellers Online at Amazon.com and Alibaba.com from April 2021 through September 2025Amazon → |
CPSC 26626 |
| 2026-04-09 |
Attachment for brush cutterDurable Nylon Electric Gasoline Lawn Mower Head Multi-Functional Chain Mower Parts & Accessories
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601729499581). |
SR/01089/26 | |
| 2026-04-09 |
Attachment for brush cutterGasoline Brush Cutter Accessories Grass Head Nylon Chain Electric Brush Cutter Grass Head Chainmodel CG430 520 TL43 TL52
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601611205352). |
SR/01118/26 | |
| 2026-04-09 |
Attachment for brush cutterRotary Blade 25.4mm Manganese Steel For Angle Grinder Lawn Mower PartsBrand: Mr Drill
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601726063565). |
SR/01091/26 | |
| 2026-04-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterManganese Steel Lawn Mower Blades in Red and Black Cutting Width Accessory Broom Lawn Mower Parts
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (unique product identifier: 1601729463821). |
SR/01011/26 | |
| 2026-03-06 |
Attachment for brush cutter65Mn Trimmer Head Coil ChainBrand: HZ
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (unique identifier: 1601686364751). |
SR/00701/26 | |
| 2026-01-21 |
Toy water gunBackpack Water Gun Little BESSNmodel 712Y
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Restricted chemical above the legal limitOther measure · Withdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba and Frugoo. |
SR/00158/26 | |
| 2026-01-15 |
Attachment for brush cutter5-Blade Metal Lawn Mower BladeBrand: CS
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601610584528). |
SR/00116/26 | |
| 2026-01-15 |
Attachment for brush cutter5-Toosed Steel Head Garden Lawn Mower BrushBrand: STATAL
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601569928457). |
SR/00117/26 | |
| 2026-01-15 |
Attachment for brush cutterDurable and Stone-Resistant Six-Blade Manganese Steel Lawnmower Blades Brand: Sword Rising
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601661549273). |
SR/00118/26 | |
| 2026-01-15 |
Attachment for brush cutterChainsaw Style Lawn Mower BladeBrand: LANGYUAN
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (unique identifier: 1601611232840). |
SR/00119/26 | |
| 2025-10-24 |
Electric bicycleElectric Mountain BikeBrand: Frike · model ATX88E6
Why: Overheats, melts or short-circuits · Battery can overheat, leak or explodeProduct destroyed · Import rejected at the border · Removed from online marketplace ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
SR/03783/25 | |
| 2025-09-16 |
Explosion-proof lightBrand: Unicorn · model EX200A
Why: Non-compliant plug or socket · Too flammableRecalled from consumers Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba (Identifications number: 1000433548113). |
SR/03309/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterTrimmer Headmodel Chainsaw Trimmer Head
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (identification number: 1601517395521). |
SR/02950/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterNew Chain Type Grass Head for Various Thread Gasket Mower Parts & Accessoriesmodel 43
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (identification number: 1601503585820). |
SR/02956/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterUniversal Chain Trimmer Head 65Mn
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (identification number: 1601486514648). |
SR/02940/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterBrush Cutter Chain Trimmer HeadBrand: Adeytos
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (identification number: 1601524221071). |
SR/02937/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterUniversal Chain Trimmer Head 65Mn
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (Identification number: 1601427043306). |
SR/02944/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterChain trimmer head
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (identification number: 1601322455313). |
SR/02943/25 | |
| 2025-08-07 |
Attachment for brush cutterLawn Mower Whirlwind Blade Six Leaf BladeBrand: smile tool
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (identification number: 1601449753324). |
SR/02939/25 | |
| 2025-07-29 |
InsecticideSNIPER DDVPBrand: Sniper
Withdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba and Vinted. |
SR/02820/25 | |
| 2025-06-03 |
LED lightBrand: Unicorn · model TB020, TB040ME2, TB060, TB075, TB080
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limit · Too flammableRecalled from consumers Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
SR/01986/25 | |
| 2025-04-30 |
Attachment for brush cutterBrush Cutter Blade Grass Trimmers Cutting Head With Steal Blade Blade Garden Tools Spare PartsBrand: HAKE · model HKP-60
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (Identification number: 1600920331856). |
SR/01702/25 | |
| 2025-04-29 |
Attachment for brush cutterHigh Quality 328 Square Aluminium Brush Cutter Spare Parts for Gasoline Grass TrimmerBrand: Fenghe · model 43CC/52CC Engine Use
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (Identification number: 1600052669155). |
SR/01701/25 | |
| 2025-04-29 |
Attachment for brush cutterTree Cutting Machine 3 Razors Head Grass Trimmer Brush Cutter PartsBrand: OEM · model 3-corner lancet
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (Identification number: 62508667927). |
SR/01708/25 | |
| 2025-04-29 |
Attachment for brush cutterHigh Efficient Customized Trimmer Head Grass Brush Cutter BladeBrand: YongMeng · model YM-111
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (Identification number: 1601177655974). |
SR/01713/25 | |
| 2025-04-29 |
Attachment for brush cutterSteel Blade Grass Trimmers Garden Tools Spare Parts Brush Cutter 5 Razors
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com (Identification number: 1600932191067). |
SR/01704/25 | |
| 2025-03-25 |
Face maskANTI=IMPERFECTIONSBrand: KURKU-MA
Why: Ingredient not allowed in cosmetics · Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via alibaba.com |
SR/01142/25 | |
| 2025-03-25 |
Electric plugBrand: Trade Fittings Direct
Why: Non-compliant plug or socket · Overheats, melts or short-circuits · Breaks or collapsesRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba.com. |
SR/01097/25 | |
| 2025-01-22 |
Waffle ironHome automatic cartoon small baking cake bread
Why: Live parts can be touched · Insufficient insulation or moisture protection · No or faulty earthingRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
SR/00325/25 | |
| 2024-05-02 |
Attachment for brush cutterWholesale Customized 65mn Chain Trimmer Head Grass Trimmer Head For Gas Brush CutterBrand: BOXU · model Chain Trimmer Head
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba with identification number: e8428f2J0LOMS |
A12/01042/24 | |
| 2024-04-23 |
Attachment for brush cutterGaselone Brush Cutter grass Trimmer 2 stroke 43 CC Metal Spare Parts of Trimmer Headmodel BLGH028
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba with identification number: 6a9628f2OxleHg |
A12/01010/24 | |
| 2024-04-23 |
Attachment for brush cutter6-Knife Universal Brush CutterBladeBrand: Joins · model 245 mm, JS-TCB01R, Speed Cutting
Why: Breaks or collapsesRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online in particular via Alibaba with the identification number: 3e8428f2J0LOMS. |
A12/01011/24 | |
| 2024-03-26 |
USB chargerCHARGER Dual USB Interface Charger Set with Cable Brand: JOKADE · model JB003, JB004
Why: Live parts can be touched · Insufficient insulation or moisture protectionSales ban ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A11/00045/24 | |
| 2024-03-26 |
USB chargerSINGLE USB Interface Intelligent ChargerBrand: KAKUSIGA · model KSC-726 · barcode 6921042121758
Why: Live parts can be touched · Insufficient insulation or moisture protectionRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, notably via Alibaba. |
A11/00044/24 | |
| 2024-02-22 |
Laser cutting machineBrand: GWEIKE · model LF1390
Why: Laser, UV or light too strongMarketing subject to conditions ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product is sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A12/00381/24 | |
| 2022-06-02 |
LED lightLED book Lightmodel LED light
Why: Lead in solder or components · Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product is also sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A12/00788/22 | |
| 2022-02-18 |
GlueBrand: UV-LOCA
Why: Missing warnings or child-resistant closureRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description ct is sold online, in particular via AliExpress, Cdiscount, Alibaba and Amazon. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product is sold online, in particular via AliExpress, Cdiscount, Alibaba and Amazon.AliExpress →AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description nline, in particular via AliExpress, Cdiscount, Alibaba and Amazon.Amazon →CdiscountWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product is sold online, in particular via AliExpress, Cdiscount, Alibaba and Amazon.Cdiscount → |
A11/00030/22 |
| 2021-03-04 |
Earringpack van 10 zilver oorbel vlindertjes voor oorbel studsmodel EH-181126-07
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales stopped ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description also sold online on different platforms, in particular via AliBaba. |
A12/00274/21 | |
| 2020-11-12 |
Wooden toyCameramodel ho0012R · barcode 255382005692
Sales ban · Recalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A12/01526/20 | |
| 2020-08-21 |
Children's raincoatBrand: Vilead
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A11/00074/20 | |
| 2020-03-31 |
Make up toy setDream Girl Little PrincessBrand: Jocestyle · model 1399
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Aliexpress/Alibaba. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Aliexpress/Alibaba.AliExpress → |
A12/00542/20 |
| 2020-02-21 |
Toy construction setKitoz Big Size Marble Race Run Maze Ball Track Funnel Slide Building Block Brick Educational ToyBrand: Kitoz Toys
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowedRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description n a cardboard box and it was sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A12/00329/20 | |
| 2020-02-21 |
Toy construction setElectronic Building BlocksBrand: FLY AC
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowedRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · named in an official photo's file name (a screenshot) photo: Toy photo as shown on Aliexpress.pngAliExpress → |
A12/00325/20 |
| 2020-02-17 |
Plastic dollDisney Frozen Elsa Anna Dolls Plush Toys Princess girls Action Toy Figures for kids birthday gift Brand: Disney
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Alibaba. |
A12/00229/20 | |
| 2020-02-15 |
Push-along toyBambin en bois détachable push trolley marhe marcheur jouets enfant blocs de construction dessin A
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowedWithdrawn from the market · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was also sold online, in particular via Alibaba/Aliexpress. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product was also sold online, in particular via Alibaba/Aliexpress.AliExpress → |
A12/00244/20 |