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Decorative articles - artificial grapes

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Decorative articles - artificial grapes was recalled on 11 July 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0731/08. Choking risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be detached with a force of 90N and, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff.

Photo of recalled product: Decorative articles - artificial grapes
Alert Number0731/08
BrandFROSTED BLACK
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Barcode5 414 297 195 922
Model NumberB-1959;
Published11 July 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can be detached with a force of 90N and, 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 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.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A bunch of artificial black grapes in a plastic bag.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Decorative articles - artificial grapes.

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.

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