Candles
Candles was recalled on 21 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0366/08. Choking risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of choking due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff.
| Alert Number | 0366/08 |
| Brand | KAEMING |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Code 202202, Bar code: 8 717427 351920 |
| Published | 21 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead children to put it in their mouth and swallow it, which could entail the risk of asphyxia or obstruction of the digestive tract.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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributorDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Food-imitating decorative candle in a shape of a small raspberry tart (approx. dimensions: diameter 42cm, height 3 cm). The candles are packed in six pieces in a transparent box, with gold coloured base and the figure of a lady on the side. On the outer bottom side of the package the following warning is written: “warning! this is not for consumption!! please keep away from children and animals”. The candles could 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.