Gelatine hearts – "Jel window sticky"
Gelatine hearts – "Jel window sticky" was recalled on 24 October 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1181/08. Choking risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of choking because although the product is not a food, its form and appearance are such that it is likely that consumers, especially children, will confuse it with a foodstuff and place it in their mouth, suck or ingest it, which could be dangerous.
| Alert Number | 1181/08 |
| Brand | FOTOALBUM (on the sticker) |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN: 8511690050111 (on the sticker). |
| Published | 24 October 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because although the product is not a food, its form and appearance are such that it is likely that consumers, especially children, will confuse it with a foodstuff and place it in their mouth, suck or ingest it, which could be dangerous. The smaller hearts fit entirely into the small parts cylinder and pose a risk of choking for children. The product does not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than what they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of importation, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
9 large and 4 small hearts made from plastic material resembling gelatine, packed in a transparent plastic bag with a sticker marked with "FOTOALBUM", country of origin China, CE mark and EAN code.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Gelatine hearts – "Jel window sticky".
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.