Towels with decoration "Towels"
Towels with decoration "Towels" was recalled on 8 June 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0833/12. Choking risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, colour and size, it may be mistaken for foodstuff.
| Alert Number | A12/0833/12 |
| Brand | TESSERA |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 11831 and 11829 |
| Published | 8 June 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking as, due to its characteristic form, colour and size, it may be mistaken for foodstuff. This may lead children to put pieces in their mouth, suck or ingest them, which could entail the risk of choking. 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.
Product Description
Towels which have been folded and placed inside containers resembling drinks packed in a plastic goblet with a straw, decorated with food imitating products (sweets, etc) with labels containing information in Bulgarian.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Towels with decoration "Towels".
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.