Lip balm
Lip balm was recalled on 13 July 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0985/12. Choking risk reported by Bulgaria. The products pose a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, they may be mistaken for foodstuffs.
| Alert Number | A12/0985/12 |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ting productsProduct: Lip balmBrand: UnknownName: Unknown |
| Published | 13 July 2012 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, they may be mistaken for foodstuffs. The product can easily break, generating small parts that could be placed in the mouth by a child and swallowed.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.
Product Description
Lip balm in the form of cakes. Vanilla lip balm in the form of a cake with coloured sticks and the smell of vanilla. Lip balm in the form of a cake with icing and some fruit – apple, with the smell of strawberry.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Lip balm.
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.