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Set of four tea light candles - Scented Candles

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Set of four tea light candles - Scented Candles was recalled on 21 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1121/09. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of choking because, due to the characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, this product may be mistaken for a foodstuff (cakes).

Photo of recalled product: Set of four tea light candles - Scented Candles
Alert Number1121/09
BrandNaughty but Nice!
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published21 August 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because, due to the characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, this product may be mistaken for a foodstuff (cakes). The top ‘icing’ layers and raspberry and strawberry detaches with little force. Children, especially under 36 months, may put them in their mouth and swallow them.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 stop of sales and withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Cup cake candles. The gift set includes four tea light candles with scents including cream tart, chocolate cream puff, strawberry cream and raspberry cream

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Set of four tea light candles - Scented Candles.

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.

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