"Chocolate fragrance for oil lamps Duftwachs Schok
"Chocolate fragrance for oil lamps Duftwachs Schok was recalled on 27 April 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0628/12. Choking risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff and placed in the mouth.
| Alert Number | 0628/12 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 27 April 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff and placed in the mouth. 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.
Product Description
Chocolate fragrance for oil lamps. Packaging: transparent plastic casing with tab lid; on the top there is a label with a picture of chocolates and a product description; on the bottom, a label with four pictograms showing the use of candles. Product: dark brown wax bar breakable into 8 (2 x 4) bloc
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to "Chocolate fragrance for oil lamps Duftwachs Schok.
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.