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Jel jewels

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Jel jewels was recalled on 9 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1025/10. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of choking because the letters could be confused with food (appearance of being made from jelly) and fit wholly inside the small parts cylinder.

Photo of recalled product: Jel jewels
Alert Number1025/10
BrandTransomnia
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Barcode5020661065700. Model: 154839H.
Model NumberAlphabet set -
Published9 July 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because the letters could be confused with food (appearance of being made from jelly) and fit wholly inside 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Transparent soft plastic letters held between two sheets of clear plastic. Sheets contained in a clear plastic bag sealed by use of a stapled cardboard header.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Jel jewels.

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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