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Gel candles with apples.

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Gel candles with apples. was recalled on 7 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1266/07. Choking risk reported by Spain. The product poses a serious risk of choking and gastrointestinal upset because the appearance and presentation of these candles may lead consumers, and children in particular, to take them for a foodstuff.

Photo of recalled product: Gel candles with apples.
Alert Number1266/07
BrandVidal.
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberRef. 0250514 VELAS GEL 19259. Bar code: 8432583505146.
Published7 December 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a serious risk of choking and gastrointestinal upset because the appearance and presentation of these candles may lead consumers, and children in particular, to take them for a foodstuff. There are no warnings or recommendations for use, which are necessary for the correct, safe use of the product. The product does not comply with Directive 87/357/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Gel candles with apples. The container is a glass jar with a lid fitted with a metal clip. A label stuck to the bar reads: Vidal Europa S.A., CE, reference and bar code.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Gel candles with apples..

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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