Candles
Candles was recalled on 9 January 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1548/08. Choking risk reported by Greece. Due to the characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff (chocolate).
| Alert Number | 1548/08 |
| Brand | ΚΗΙΑΜ |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Barcode | 8 431175 059074 |
| Model Number | REF: 05907, |
| Published | 9 January 2009 |
Risk Description
Due to the characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff (chocolate). This may lead children to put it in their mouth, cut it into pieces and swallow them, which could entail the risk of asphyxia or obstruction of the digestive tract.
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
Food-imitating decorative candles on a metallic base, in the form of small chocolates with white or brown topping (approximate dimensions: diameter 4 cm, height 4 cm). 6 candles packed inside a transparent box with a cardboard base (approximate dimensions: 13 cm x 8.5 cm x 5 cm), containing warnings in Spanish and details about the manufacturer and the product. The candles cannot be bought separately.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Candles.
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.