Decorative biscuits
Decorative biscuits was recalled on 22 February 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0211/08. Choking risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of choking because due to their characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the products may be mistaken for a foodstuff (cookies).
| Alert Number | 0211/08 |
| Brand | Ideal Home Range - IHR |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 6 86423 40379 8. |
| Model Number | Christmas Bakery, Code AH 252000, |
| Published | 22 February 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because due to their characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the products may be mistaken for a foodstuff (cookies). This may lead children to put them in their mouths, bite off and swallow small parts fitting into the small part cylinder, 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 the prevention of the risk resulting from the use of certain products designed to resemble foodstuffs.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
6 food-imitating decorative biscuits in a shape of: a) 6-ray round ended dark brown star with a hole in the middle (approx. dimensions: 6x6x1 cm). b) Dark brown hart with a hole in the middle (approx. dimensions: 6x6x1 cm). c) Dark brown round-shaped biscuit with a hole in the middle (approx. dimensions: diameter 6cm, height 1 cm). d) Light brown-yellow 6-ray star (approx. dimensions: 6x6x1 cm). e) Christmas tree (approx. dimensions: 6x5x1 cm, two items: dark brown and green-light brown).The 6 items are carrying on the top two small red bands and are packed all together in a transparent bag.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Decorative biscuits.
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.