Listing removed online
Voluntary measure
Notified by Estonia
Published 9 Jun 2026
SR/01712/26
Happy People bicycle helmet removed from online marketplaces over injury risk
EU authorities had online listings removed for this product (Happy People bicycle helmet) after it was found to pose an injury risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Red bicycle helmet, intended for children, size: XS.
- Brand
- Happy People
- Barcode
- Not listed in the notice
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Protective equipment
Why it's dangerous
Injuries
The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient. Moreover, the strength and the effectiveness of the retention system are inadequate. In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries.
The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1087.
What the authorities did
Measure
Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
Type
Voluntary
Notified by
Estonia
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/01712/26
View official notice ↗
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