Lip gloss
Lip gloss was recalled on 17 September 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1389/10. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The products pose a risk of choking because they could be confused with food and the lids can be easily detached and could be swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | 1389/10 |
| Brand | Shudehill |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 1. Novelty Pen Lip Gloss; product code 12010; barcode 5036740160969 2. Novelty Ice Drink Lip Gloss; product code 12013; barcode 503674160945 3. Novelty Fruity Lip Gloss; product code 12016; barcode 503674160990. |
| Published | 17 September 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of choking because they could be confused with food and the lids can be easily detached and could be swallowed by children.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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
1. Flavoured lip gloss in the shape of an ice cream cone. The cone also incorporates a ball point pen at the opposite end from the lip gloss. 2. Flip top plastic containers of lip gloss finished to resemble iced drinks.3. Flip top plastic containers of lip gloss finished to resemble fruit.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Lip 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.