Frutas de Imitación

Choking Other - - Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Frutas de Imitación
Alert NumberA12/1237/13
BrandGerimport
CategoryOther - -
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberX12 LIDIA
Published13 September 2013

Risk Description

null The shape, colour, appearance and size of the product is such that vulnerable consumers, such as children, may confuse them with real fruit. When bitten into, parts may become detached and these could be ingested, with a consequent risk of choking. The product can break easily and small parts can become detached when scratched with a fingernail. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 04/06/2013

Product Description

Decorative imitation fruit, packed in cardboard boxes.

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