Lipsticks in the form of sweets and dummies.
Lipsticks in the form of sweets and dummies. was recalled on 7 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0275/08. Choking risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of choking because, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff.
| Alert Number | 0275/08 |
| Brand | Dama |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Ref. 52112 (sweet) and ref. 52053 (dummy). |
| Published | 7 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because, due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead children to put them into their mouths and swallow them, which could entail the risk of asphyxia or obstruction of the digestive tract.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
The products are lipsticks, one in the form of a sweet that smells of fruit and another in the form of a child’s dummy. They are sold individually and are placed on sale in packaging that looks like that used for sweets. The information on the label is in various languages.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Lipsticks in the form of sweets and dummies..
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.