Bath salts
Bath salts was recalled on 6 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0592/08. Choking risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff.
| Alert Number | 0592/08 |
| Brand | DE LAURIER |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| Model Number | Triple Tartelette de Bain. Decadent Chocolate. Triple Tub Cake. Ref. 16194, 120g, |
| Published | 6 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead children to put it into their mouth and swallow it, entailing the risk of asphyxia or obstruction of the digestive tract.The product does not comply with 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bath salts in the form of chocolate and strawberry cream cakes. The wrapping is transparent plastic. The label on the underside reads "Triple Tartelette de Bain. Decadent Chocolate. Triple Tub Cake, 120 g", and carries the manufacturer's name.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Bath salts.
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.