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Glass vase - 50cm Square Top Clear Glass Vase

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Glass vase - 50cm Square Top Clear Glass Vase was recalled on 14 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1299/07. Cuts risk reported by United Kingdom. This product poses a risk of cuts because the wall thickness for this vase was specified to be greater than 1.

Photo of recalled product: Glass vase - 50cm Square Top Clear Glass Vase
Alert Number1299/07
BrandMarks and Spencers
CategoryDecorative articles
Risk TypeCuts
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberProduct Code: T27/1553V 9225503.
Published14 December 2007

Risk Description

This product poses a risk of cuts because the wall thickness for this vase was specified to be greater than 1.0 mm in thickness. Testing reveal that in some case thinnest measurement is 0.6 mm. Vases falling below the 1mm requirement are more fragile and by looking at the rim and base of the product a false impression of the wall strength will be given creating a greater chance of personal injury.Three incidents have been reported.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales and recall from consumers by the distributor. Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Square, clear, glass vase, 50CM in height.

🩸 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a cuts hazard related to Glass vase - 50cm Square Top Clear Glass Vase.

About this risk

This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.

Recommended action

Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.

Who is at risk?

All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.

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