Decorative glass stones - Villaverde glass stones, clear 4-10mm 450g/container
Decorative glass stones - Villaverde glass stones, clear 4-10mm 450g/container was recalled on 17 September 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1391/10. Choking risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of choking because it looks like food, and there is a risk that it could be mistaken by consumers, especially children, for a food product and therefore put into the mouth, sucked or swallowed.
| Alert Number | 1391/10 |
| Brand | Villaverde-Decoration |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN: 4019916450560, BAN: 1091148, Delivery item No: 45056 |
| Published | 17 September 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because it looks like food, and there is a risk that it could be mistaken by consumers, especially children, for a food product and therefore put into the mouth, sucked or swallowed. 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 withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Cylindrical, transparent plastic container with light grey screw-on lid - content: white/transparent glass stones, which look like light candy sugar, many of the crystals are very sharp-edged and pointed.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Decorative glass stones - Villaverde glass stones, clear 4-10mm 450g/container.
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.