Decorative articles - FRUTAS DECORATIVAS - Decorative aubergines and peppers
Decorative articles - FRUTAS DECORATIVAS - Decorative aubergines and peppers was recalled on 14 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1311/07. Choking risk reported by Spain. This product poses a risk of choking because, due to their characteristic form, appearance, colour and size of an aubergine and a pepper, they may be mistaken for a foodstuff.
| Alert Number | 1311/07 |
| Brand | Vital |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ITEM No 0213775 AND ITEM No 0214906. |
| Published | 14 December 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of choking because, due to their characteristic form, appearance, colour and size of an aubergine and a pepper, they may be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead children to put them in their mouths and swallow them, which could entail the risk of asphyxia or obstruction of the digestive tract. The tests confirm that small pieces break off from the ends of the samples. And these parts fit fully into the small parts cylinder.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Decorative fruit sold in packs of two units (pepper-aubergine and tomato-orange) with the reference ITEM No 0213775 and in packs of six units(potato, pear, water melon, apple, orange and peach) with reference ITEM No 0214906. They are packed in a transparent plastic bag with a cardboard label stapled to the top.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Decorative articles - FRUTAS DECORATIVAS - Decorative aubergines and peppers.
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.