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Tree with leaves and fruits

Choking Other - Food-imitating products Serious risk

Tree with leaves and fruits was recalled on 19 February 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0277/10. Choking risk reported by Austria. The product poses a risk of choking because the oranges and the olives can be mistaken for foodstuff and swallowed.

Photo of recalled product: Tree with leaves and fruits
Alert Number0277/10
BrandKika
CategoryOther - Food-imitating products
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberOliven sapling: EAN-Code: 404073404 6819, Item No: 15122310; Orange sapling: EAN-Code: 1342 3356, Item No: 1342 3356.
Published19 February 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because the oranges and the olives can be mistaken for foodstuff and swallowed.The product does not comply with 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 withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Miniature olive tree; miniature orange tree.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Tree with leaves and fruits.

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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