Soap

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Soap
Alert Number1421/09
BrandLoydis
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberUnknown
Published6 November 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because, the form, colour and appearance of the product is such that it is likely that children will confuse it with a foodstuff and consequently place the product in the mouth. Due to the consistency of the products (soap) small children can easily bite them and detach small parts which can be swallowed, 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 from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Soap with a wooden stick similar to a lollipop wrapped in cellophane, some have a ribbon, whereas others have an image of a child face. The ingredients are listed on one side.

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