"Cotton Cake" set with beaker, washcloth & spoon
"Cotton Cake" set with beaker, washcloth & spoon was recalled on 17 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0494/09. Choking risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the imitation strawberry can be mistaken for a foodstuff.
| Alert Number | 0494/09 |
| Brand | Salsa Collection |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Article No. 103308 |
| Published | 17 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the imitation strawberry can be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead children to put it in their mouths 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): Withdrawal from the market and sales ban ordered by the authorities.Voluntary stop of sales.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Set consisting of a beaker in colourless clear plastic containing a washcloth in dark brown towelling material (approx. 31 cm x 33 cm) and a colourless clear plastic spoon (approx. 8.5 cm long) with an imitation plastic strawberry.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to "Cotton Cake" set with beaker, washcloth & spoon.
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.