Candles - Bun-shapped candles with a chocolate and cream fragance
Candles - Bun-shapped candles with a chocolate and cream fragance was recalled on 19 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1075/07. Choking risk reported by Italy. This product poses a risk of choking because it can easily be confused for a foodstuff and thus constitutes a choking risk, particularly for children.
| Alert Number | 1075/07 |
| Brand | Scented Candle – LOVE LIFE LOVE CHOCOLATE |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Article 111531, approx. 200g |
| Published | 19 October 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of choking because it can easily be confused for a foodstuff and thus constitutes a choking risk, particularly for children.This product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC concerning 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 ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bun-shaped candles with a chocolate and cream fragrance. Three candles in a cardboard packet with a plastic lid or single candles in small plastic bags.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Candles - Bun-shapped candles with a chocolate and cream fragance.
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.