Products imitating fruit
Products imitating fruit was recalled on 31 December 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1947/10. Choking risk reported by Bulgaria. The products pose a risk of choking because the imitation fruit can be easily detached and could be placed in the mouth and swallowed by children, especially small children who may confuse them with real fruit.
| Alert Number | 1947/10 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Barcode 4300175785747 |
| Published | 31 December 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of choking because the imitation fruit can be easily detached and could be placed in the mouth and swallowed by children, especially small children who may confuse them with real fruit.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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Food-imitating products made of polystyrene in the form of a sugar-coated apple in miniature, in yellow and red colours; a cherry in red colour; a pear in miniature, in yellow and red colours. The fruits are attached to wires imitating stems. They are sold in packaging with a cardboard base, a transparent plastic front with pictures of a Christmas tree and a candy cane. There is a label with the inscription Kaufland Bulgaria. Each package contains 16 apples. On the back of the packaging there is a label with inscriptions in seven languages, including Bulgarian and the barcode.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Products imitating 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.