Sales banned
Compulsory measure
Notified by Italy
Published 29 Jul 2026
SR/02026/26
NOS motorcycle helmet banned from sale over injury risk
EU authorities banned the sale of this product (NOS motorcycle 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
- Motorcycle helmet, sizes affected: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL and XXXL.
- Brand
- NOS
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Protective equipment
Why it's dangerous
Injuries
In the event of an impact, the helmet could easily become detached and slip off the head of the user, leaving it exposed to injuries.
The product does not comply with the Regulation ECE 22-06.
What the authorities did
Measure
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Type
Compulsory
Notified by
Italy
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/02026/26
View official notice ↗
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