Decorative candles
Choking Decorative articles Other types of alerts
| Alert Number | INFO/00079/22 |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Published | 8 April 2022 |
Risk Description
Due to their characteristic appearance, form, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for foodstuff. The product has small parts (the decorative parts on top) that can be easily detached. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on it. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Food Imitating Directive nor with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/03/2022
Product Description
Two decorative candles imitating a piece of cake (chocolate cake with purple icing and chocolate heart decoration) and a muffin (chocolate with purple glaze)