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Guest towel - Cocktail

Choking, Injuries Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Guest towel - Cocktail was recalled on 28 May 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0820/10. Choking, Injuries risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of choking and injuries because the imitation cherries have the form, colour, appearance and size of real cherries.

Photo of recalled product: Guest towel - Cocktail
Alert Number0820/10
BrandCado Gato
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking, Injuries
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published28 May 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking and injuries because the imitation cherries have the form, colour, appearance and size of real cherries. The cherries can be easily detached and fully fit into the small parts cylinder.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 from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A glass containing a guest towel and two red cherries connected by their stalks. One cherry also contains a magnet. The form, colour, appearance and size resemble real cherries.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to Guest towel - Cocktail.

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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