Candles
Choking, Injuries Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0811/09 |
| Brand | Fruit Series |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 6336DS100480 |
| Published | 26 June 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking and injuries as, due to its appearance, it may be confused with food, especially by children. Small parts can detach and may be swallowed by children, posing a risk of choking or blockage of the digestive system.The product does 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): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Three candles imitating red apples. The candles are packed in a box with a transparent plastic lid.