Seven Color Crystal Boll
Seven Color Crystal Boll was recalled on 28 February 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/0032/14. Choking, Injuries risk reported by Hungary. Due to its characteristic form, colour and size, the products may be mistaken for foodstuff.
| Alert Number | A11/0032/14 |
| Brand | Sandinghuayuan |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Seven Color Crystal Boll |
| Published | 28 February 2014 |
Risk Description
Due to its characteristic form, colour and size, the products may be mistaken for foodstuff. This may lead children to put them in the mouth, suck or ingest them.The balls expand when soaked and if the balls are ingested by children they could cause fatal occlusion of the digestive system. In addition, the balls may be put in the mouth by small children, get stuck and obstruct the airways, posing a risk of choking.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 of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 27/12/2013
Product Description
Expanding balls similar to colourful sweets. The balls contain plant nutrient. The balls are in 7 different colours: yellow, cyclamen, red, black, green, orange, white.Product diameter: 2.8 mm. Product packaging: cellophane bag.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries hazard related to Seven Color Crystal Boll.
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.