Platform
Rakuten
1 EU Safety Gate alerts named Rakuten in the 12 months to 1 October 2026. Across all years, 17 EU Safety Gate alerts and 1 US CPSC recalls have named it.
18 official alerts and recalls concern products sold on Rakuten: 17 from EU Safety Gate and 1 from US CPSC. The first dates from 1 December 2020, the latest from 20 October 2025. The hazards named most often are chemical (33%), electric shock (22%) and choking (17%). Read from the official risk descriptions, the most common reasons are restricted chemical above the legal limit (39%), live parts can be touched (22%) and small parts or stuffing can be swallowed (17%). 61% were for products made in China, 6% were for products made in Japan and 6% were for products made in Spain. The products flagged most are fairy lights and light chains (11%), lamps and led lights (6%) and button batteries and batteries (6%). The most common outcome was removed from online marketplace (71% of EU alerts); 6% included a measure ordered by an authority. Chemicals named in the official risk descriptions include lead, formaldehyde and cadmium.
- Alerts naming Rakuten, last 12 months
- 1
- EU Safety Gate, all years
- 17
- 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 Rakuten safe? What the official records show
In the 12 months to 1 October 2026, 1 of 4,025 EU Safety Gate alerts (0.0%) named Rakuten 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 Rakuten as a whole.
Are toys from Rakuten safe for children?
5 official alerts and recalls naming Rakuten concerned toys or childcare articles, 0 of them in the last 12 months. The most common hazards were injuries and choking. Each is listed below with a link to the official notice.
Why are products sold on Rakuten flagged?
In the official risk descriptions of alerts naming Rakuten, the most common reasons are restricted chemical above the legal limit (39%), live parts can be touched (22%) and small parts or stuffing can be swallowed (17%).
Which harmful chemicals were found in products sold on Rakuten?
The official risk descriptions of alerts naming Rakuten mention, by number of alerts: Lead (4), Formaldehyde (1), Cadmium (1).
What happened to the products sold on Rakuten?
The most common measures were removed from online marketplace (71%), withdrawn from the market (29%), recalled from consumers (24%). 6% of the alerts include a measure ordered by an authority rather than taken voluntarily.
How does Rakuten compare with other platforms?
By official alerts in the last 12 months, Rakuten ranks 19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 (to date) | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
Why they were flagged
All reasons →-
39%, 7 alerts
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22%, 4 alerts
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17%, 3 alerts
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11%, 2 alerts
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11%, 2 alerts
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11%, 2 alerts
Most-flagged product types
- Fairy lights and light chains2
- Lamps and LED lights1
- Button batteries and batteries1
- Fancy-dress costumes1
- Baby sleeping bags, cots and nests1
- Magnetic toys and magnet sets1
- E-scooters and e-bikes1
- Children's clothing1
- Skin-lightening creams1
- Necklaces, bracelets and rings1
Most-flagged categories
- Electrical appliances4
- Toys3
- Childcare articles2
- Clothing and textiles2
- Lighting chains2
- Chemical products1
- Cosmetics1
- Gadgets1
Most common hazards
Chemicals named in the official risk descriptions
- Lead4
- Formaldehyde1
- Cadmium1
What happened to the products
- Removed from online marketplace71%
- Withdrawn from the market29%
- Recalled from consumers24%
- Consumers warned6%
- Marketing subject to conditions6%
- Other measure6%
Shares of the 17 EU Safety Gate alerts above; one alert can record several measures. 6% of alerts include a measure ordered by an authority, 94% only voluntary measures by the business.
How the platform was identified
- Found in the official product description17
- Found in the recall's list of sellers1
All alerts naming Rakuten
Download these 18 alerts (CSV) English column names; reuse with attribution to the official sources.
| Date | Product | Also named | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-20 |
UV nail lampLampe UV Led Sèche ongle rapide avec détecteur de mouvements + 10 claps gratuitsBrand: BEAUTYLUSHH · model 6462, SUN5 · barcode 5902802908650 · batch D24-2024-22427-1
Why: Live parts can be touchedWithdrawn from the market · Removed from online marketplace · Consumers warned Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description e, in particular via eBay (unique identifier: 35537988512), Rakuten France (unique identifier: 853762646/943582150), Allegro, a |
AllegroWording in the official record · found in the official product description ), Rakuten France (unique identifier: 853762646/943582150), Allegro, amplidestock.com and Amazon.Allegro →AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description tifier: 853762646/943582150), Allegro, amplidestock.com and Amazon.Amazon →eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product is sold online, in particular via eBay (unique identifier: 35537988512), Rakuten France (unique ideBay → |
SR/01608/25 |
| 2025-05-13 |
SmartwatchMontre connectée non invasive pour la mesure de la glycémieBrand: Spielstabil · model WAT080746
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Rakuten. |
OR/00070/25 | |
| 2023-12-13 |
Button batteries MAXELL CR 2032Brand: Maxell · barcode 4902580131258
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Button cells or batteries are accessibleMarketing subject to conditions · Recalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description 3R3G, via eBay: 256043302059, Aliexpress: 1005003094532820, Rakuten: 75430416 and Cdiscount: 3664314129702. |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description icular via Amazon, ASIN B079R73R3G, via eBay: 256043302059, Aliexpress: 1005003094532820, Rakuten: 75430416 and Cdiscount: 366431AliExpress →AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product is sold online in particular via Amazon, ASIN B079R73R3G, via eBay: 256043302059, Aliexpress: 10050Amazon →CdiscountWording in the official record · found in the official product description 02059, Aliexpress: 1005003094532820, Rakuten: 75430416 and Cdiscount: 3664314129702.Cdiscount →eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description sold online in particular via Amazon, ASIN B079R73R3G, via eBay: 256043302059, Aliexpress: 1005003094532820, Rakuten: 75430eBay → |
A12/03037/23 |
| 2023-10-04 |
Fancy dressDiable (costume - couvre-tête)model 1897T
Why: Too flammableRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Rakuten France, with ASIN number 276338645. |
A12/02349/23 | |
| 2023-09-07 |
Baby-changing table with pull-out bathLIV - Table à langer avec baignoire extensibleBrand: Plastimyr · model 880 · barcode 8432316880007, 8432316880014, 8432316880021, 8432316880038, 8432316880069, 8432316880076
Why: Fingers, limbs or head can be trapped · Tips over or lets the user fallRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, Cdiscount, Rakuten France and eBay. |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, Cdiscount, Rakuten France and eBay.Amazon →CdiscountWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, Cdiscount, Rakuten France and eBay.Cdiscount →eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description ne, in particular via Amazon, Cdiscount, Rakuten France and eBay.eBay → |
A12/02143/23 |
| 2023-06-20 |
Paint stamp · barcode 7329822188
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Restricted chemical above the legal limitOther measure · Removed from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Rakuten France. |
A12/01397/23 | |
| 2023-05-24 |
Baby self-feeding pillowBrand: Unknown
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales ban Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Rakuten France. |
A12/01254/23 | |
| 2023-05-16 |
GlueZHANLIDA B-7000 et T-7000Brand: ZHANLIDA · model Zhanlida B7000 Transparent 110 ml, Zhanlida B7000 Transparent 15 ml, Zhanlida B7000 Transparent 25 ml, Zhanlida B7000 Transparent 50 ml, Zhanlida T7000 Noir 110 ml, Zhanlida T7000 Noir 15 ml · barcode 3701048007736, 3701048007743, 3701048015175, 3701048032592, 3701048035074, 3701048035081 · batch 20231220
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description product is sold online, in particular via Amazon, eBay, and Rakuten France. |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product is sold online, in particular via Amazon, eBay, and Rakuten France.Amazon →eBayWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product is sold online, in particular via Amazon, eBay, and Rakuten France.eBay → |
A12/00623/23 |
| 2023-03-23 |
Magnetic toy set · barcode 4170006432214
Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Small magnets can be swallowedWithdrawn from the market Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description puzzle.The product was also sold online, in particular via Rakuten France |
A12/00529/23 | |
| 2022-10-13 |
E-Bikes Recalled Due to Fire, Explosion and Burn Hazards; Distributed by AncheerAncheer E-bikes
Why: Too flammableRecalled from consumers Wording in the official recordfound in the recall's list of sellers n.com, www.ebay.com, www.newegg.com, www.overstock.com, www.rakuten.com, www.sears.com, www.walmart.com and www.wish.com from J |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the recall's list of sellers Online at www.aliexpress.com, www.ancheer.shop, www.amazon.com, www.ebay.com, www.neAliExpress →AmazonWording in the official record · found in the recall's list of sellers Online at www.aliexpress.com, www.ancheer.shop, www.amazon.com, www.ebay.com, www.newegg.com, www.overstock.com, www.rAmazon →eBayWording in the official record · found in the recall's list of sellers t www.aliexpress.com, www.ancheer.shop, www.amazon.com, www.ebay.com, www.newegg.com, www.overstock.com, www.rakuten.com, wweBay →WalmartWording in the official record · found in the recall's list of sellers com, www.overstock.com, www.rakuten.com, www.sears.com, www.walmart.com and www.wish.com from January 2016 through June 2022 foWalmart →WishWording in the official record · found in the recall's list of sellers om, www.rakuten.com, www.sears.com, www.walmart.com and www.wish.com from January 2016 through June 2022 for between $280 and $9Wish → |
CPSC 23007 |
| 2022-07-14 |
Children's sports outfitBrand: 130 - hopscotch · model 199055
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was also sold online, in particular via Rakuten France. |
A12/00979/22 | |
| 2022-07-14 |
Children's sweatshirtSweat à capuche GodzillaBrand: Pixel évolution · model MEDI 05/2020
Why: Cords or drawstrings can strangleRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was also sold online, in particular via Rakuten France. |
A12/00978/22 | |
| 2022-03-25 |
Light stringGuirlande de noël bandeau à rideau lumière de cordelette - 220V, 4,5M, 100LED
Why: Live parts can be touched · Insufficient insulation or moisture protection · Non-compliant plug or socketRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Rakuten France. |
A12/00514/22 | |
| 2022-03-25 |
Light string2x2m 144LED Guirlande lumineuse décorative et colorée intérieur/extérieurmodel EK-04
Why: Live parts can be touched · Insufficient insulation or moisture protection · Non-compliant plug or socketRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Rakuten France. |
A12/00515/22 | |
| 2022-02-22 |
Skin-lightening serumBlanchisseur gluta-collagen "Super Lightening"Brand: Bd · model 20 mL
Why: Ingredient not allowed in cosmetics · Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description Product sold online, in particular on Rakuten France, with product id: 4238726864. |
A12/00334/22 | |
| 2021-07-05 |
Necklace with pendantCollier Bouclier Captain America
Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description The product was sold online, in particular via Rakuten. |
A12/00991/21 | |
| 2021-04-14 |
USB flash drivemodel FQQ80912115B, A03A29-332, 190514105804290002, 4GB
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 Rakuten. |
A12/00486/21 | |
| 2020-12-01 |
Electrical adaptormodel 931L
Why: Live parts can be touched · No or faulty earthingRecalled from consumers · Removed from online marketplace ordered Wording in the official recordfound in the official product description White travel adaptor sold online, in particular via Rakuten. |
A12/01710/20 |