Artificial strawberries
Artificial strawberries was recalled on 6 August 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1174/10. Choking risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of choking because the imitation strawberries could be confused with real strawberries and swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | 1174/10 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| Model Number | item no. v-194 ref: fgd 040194 |
| Published | 6 August 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because the imitation strawberries could be confused with real strawberries and swallowed by children.The product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales and recall from consumers by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Artificial strawberries in a cardboard punnet with transparent celluloid wrapping.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Artificial strawberries.
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.