Candle
Choking Decorative articles Other types of alerts
| Alert Number | INFO/0063/19 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 31 May 2019 |
Risk Description
Due to its characteristic form, colour, appearance and size, the product may be mistaken for foodstuff. A small part can be easily detached or bitten off the candle. This may lead children to put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the food imitating products directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 03/04/2019
Product Description
A candle in the shape of a halved egg. In the middle of the egg, a wick is placed in the egg yolk to ignite. It is sold separately, without packaging.