was recalled on 27 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0686/06. Choking risk reported by Germany. The product may be mistaken for food (sweets) or mistakenly used as ice cubes.
| Alert Number | 0686/06 |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Published | 27 October 2006 |
Risk Description
The product may be mistaken for food (sweets) or mistakenly used as ice cubes. It has sharp edges and can be swallowed in whole. The product thereby poses a risk of ingestion, health hazard from choking and displacement of the digestive tract. Investigation regarding the safety of similar products is pending.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and recall from consumers ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Clear ice cubes - irregular lumps of transparent, hard, uncoloured plastic, with sharp edges sometimes running to a point.
🛑 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.