I love chocolate - Decorative candles
I love chocolate - Decorative candles was recalled on 21 June 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0705/13. Choking, Suffocation risk reported by Italy. The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, colour and size, it may be mistaken for foodstuff.
| Alert Number | A12/0705/13 |
| Brand | I love chocolate |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | M LP 14 143 article 119151 |
| Published | 21 June 2013 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, colour and size, it may be mistaken for foodstuff. This may lead children to put them in their mouths, suck or ingest them, which could entail the risk of choking. The products do 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 13/05/2013
Product Description
Each pack bears a label with ‘I love chocolate – decorative candles – coffret Couer de bougie chocolat’ and the code EAN 2000001191514. Each pack contains 9 decorative candles with the shape, size and smell of chocolates, without any other packaging. The dimensions of the chocolate-shaped candles ar
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, suffocation hazard related to I love chocolate - Decorative candles .
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.