HIDROZSELÉ / HIDROGEL ('Hydro-gel')
HIDROZSELÉ / HIDROGEL ('Hydro-gel') was recalled on 16 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1654/16. Injuries risk reported by Hungary. Due to its characteristic form, colour and size, the products may be mistaken for foodstuff (sweets).
| Alert Number | A12/1654/16 |
| Brand | D&D |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | DD16158 |
| Published | 16 December 2016 |
Risk Description
Due to its characteristic form, colour and size, the products may be mistaken for foodstuff (sweets). This may lead children to put them in the mouth, suck or ingest them. The balls expand when soaked and if the balls are ingested by a child they could cause fatal occlusion of the digestive system. 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: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 21/03/2016
Product Description
Expanding decorative beads (transparent). Diameter: 4 mm. Product packaging: cellophane bag.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to HIDROZSELÉ / HIDROGEL ('Hydro-gel').
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.