Decorative branch

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Decorative branch
Alert Number0975/10
BrandUnknown
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginBelgium
Model NumberRef. 1390105
Published2 July 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because the branch contains imitation fruit which may be confused with real berries (raspberries, blackcurrants and blackberries). These berries become detached at 7 N, 14N and 20N and fit entirely inside the small parts cylinder. Therefore, they represent a safety risk to users, and in particular to children (suffocation, obstruction of 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): Voluntary stop of sales.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Branch 14 cm long with imitation berries: raspberries, blackcurrants and blackberries

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