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Decorative candle

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Decorative candle was recalled on 12 November 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1681/10. Choking risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of choking because it may be easily confused by consumers, especially by children, with foodstuffs by its form, colour, appearance and size and in consequence could be placed in mouth, sucked or ingested, causing danger for their health or safety.

Photo of recalled product: Decorative candle
Alert Number1681/10
BrandBiuro-Set
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberArt. No: 10469, EAN code: 5906729633794
Published12 November 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because it may be easily confused by consumers, especially by children, with foodstuffs by its form, colour, appearance and size and in consequence could be placed in mouth, sucked or ingested, causing danger for their health or safety. The products do 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

Candle in a shape of dark violet grape, the size of the candle 15 x 7.5 cm, the size of one berry 1.5 x 1 cm. The berries are easily detachable. Equipped with a cardboard label with marking BEPPE Decor.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Decorative candle.

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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