Bath salts
Bath salts was recalled on 9 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1055/10. Chemical, Choking, Suffocation risk reported by Lithuania. The products pose a risk of choking, suffocation and a chemical risk because their packaging, size, marking, image, colour and appearance imitate food products.
| Alert Number | 1055/10 |
| Brand | Fresh juice1. Bamboo & Kumquat2. Mango & Mandarin3. Papaya & Strawberry 4. Passion fruit & Lavender |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | Ukraine |
| Barcode | 1. barcode 482301591643, batch No 27 01 10, 2. barcode 482301591641, batch No 30 12 09, 3. barcode 482301591640, batch No 29 12 09, 4. barcode 482301591642, batch No 27 01 10 |
| Published | 9 July 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of choking, suffocation and a chemical risk because their packaging, size, marking, image, colour and appearance imitate food products. Consumers, especially children, may confuse and mistake these products with popular food products (candies, lollipops), taste and swallow them, which could cause suffocation and choking hazard. The products do 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bath salt products with packaging, size (200 g), colour, appearance, image (fruit), labelling (inscriptions fresh juice, mango, mandarin, etc.) imitating popular food products (candies, lollipops).
🧪 🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, choking, suffocation hazard related to Bath salts.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Choking: 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. Suffocation: This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. Choking: 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. Suffocation: Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.