Food imitating product - grapes.
Food imitating product - grapes. was recalled on 20 July 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0706/07. Choking risk reported by Greece. The product poses a serious risk of choking because the detached elements (grape berries) may be placed in mouth by children, causing choking and suffocation.
| Alert Number | 0706/07 |
| Brand | MASTERETAIL. |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 5 205255 144621. |
| Model Number | Item No: 14462, |
| Published | 20 July 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of choking because the detached elements (grape berries) may be placed in mouth by children, causing choking and suffocation. During the tension test, when applying force less than 50 N elements (grape berries) become detached and fully fit in small parts cylinder (approx. diameter 2cm). 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” and the European standard on toys EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and destruction of the product ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Food imitating products – grapes in light-red colour, with plastic soft green leaves. The product is sold packed in transparent plastic bag, without any indications or warnings.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Food imitating product - grapes..
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.