Lip gloss - Delectable little cakes – Lips Gloss
Lip gloss - Delectable little cakes – Lips Gloss was recalled on 20 August 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1249/10. Choking risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of choking because the imitation tarts could be confused with real tarts and swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | 1249/10 |
| Brand | Natural Products Ltd |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Model Number | Batch Code: 2966; Bar Code: 5060081143763 |
| Published | 20 August 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because the imitation tarts could be confused with real tarts and swallowed by children.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
Lip gloss packed in four plastic mini-pots in the form of little tarts (raspberry cream tart, cream tart, wild berry tart, strawberry cream tart). At the bottom of the package the following is written: the ingredients of the lip gloss, the weight, the batch code, the bar code, the country of origin and the warning “choking hazard, keep away from children, do not eat”. Also there is a label on the package on which is written: “Naughty but Nice”, “4 yummy mini pots of juicy, Lip Gloss, delicieux petits pots de Lip Gloss, Delectable little cakes, Excellents petits gateaux”.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Lip gloss - Delectable little cakes – Lips Gloss.
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.