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was recalled on 4 August 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0461/06. Choking risk reported by Austria. Risk of confusion (especially for children) due to the fact that the amber nuggets look identically to commercially available candy sugar.

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Alert Number0461/06
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginGermany
Barcode4260050590418, 7108000512 LA
Published4 August 2006

Risk Description

Risk of confusion (especially for children) due to the fact that the amber nuggets look identically to commercially available candy sugar. The warnings on the label are in such small print as to be barely legible and in any event do not provide consumers and/or children with adequate warning.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.Although the product is available in a range of colours THIS MEASURE CONCERNS ONLY THE "AMBER" VERSION. Even though confusion cannot be entirely ruled out in the case of versions in other colours, the risk is substantially smaller.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Angular amber-coloured glass nuggets “Kristallgranulat DEKO“ (cca 2 cm in diameter). Labelling: "DEKO - made in Germany, Kristallgranulat, Nicht zum Verzehr - not for consumption! Don't store with food! Nicht mit Lebensmitteln aufbewahren - Verwechslungsgefahr [risk of confusion]!"Glasnuggets 1DE307A, 500 ml, Amber.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to .

About this risk

This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.

Recommended action

Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.

Who is at risk?

Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.

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