Bath salts "Prinzessin Sternenzauber DM"
Bath salts "Prinzessin Sternenzauber DM" was recalled on 1 June 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0825/12. Choking risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of choking because its form, packaging, size and appearance are such that it is likely that children will confuse them with a foodstuff and consequently either place them in the mouth, suck or ingest them.
| Alert Number | 0825/12 |
| Brand | DM Drogerie Markt |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Switzerland |
| Model Number | Barcode 4 010355 803856, DAN: 135655 |
| Published | 1 June 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because its form, packaging, size and appearance are such that it is likely that children will confuse them with a foodstuff and consequently either place them in the mouth, suck or ingest them. With the effects of the saliva, the product expands and could entail the risk of choking 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.
Product Description
Bath salts resembling sweets in the shape of stars, measuring 18.6 mm, with the smell of a foodstuff – a strawberry. They are placed inside a plastic container imitating a jar with a metal closing mechanism and an attractive pink label with various pictures: a princess with a dwarf, a doe, a squirr
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Bath salts "Prinzessin Sternenzauber DM".
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.