Plastic fruit
Plastic fruit was recalled on 20 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0639/08. Choking risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of choking as due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff.
| Alert Number | 0639/08 |
| Brand | BAG O’ FRUIT |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 0 220582 000032 |
| Model Number | Art. P7710, |
| Published | 20 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking as due to its characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for a foodstuff. This may lead children to put it in their mouths and swallow it, 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
10 pieces of plastic fruit (green and red apple, pear, orange, mandarin, apricot, banana, a bunch of green grapes, one tomato and one lemon), packed in a transparent colourless bag with a cardboard top consisting of brand name, CE mark and information in Greek.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Plastic fruit.
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.