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Unknown was recalled on 20 February 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0226/15. Choking risk reported by Bulgaria. The products pose a risk of choking because the decorative stones are similar to sweets that could be confused with real sweets and swallowed by small children, causing injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/0226/15 |
| Brand | River Rocks |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 20 February 2015 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of choking because the decorative stones are similar to sweets that could be confused with real sweets and swallowed by small children, causing injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of 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: 04/02/2015
Product Description
1) Decorative stones with various shapes resembling children’s candy in various pastel colours – yellow, orange, red, violet, cyclamen, blue and green.2) Oval-shaped glass marbles, with diameter of about 18 mm, resembling sucking candy in transparent colour with various nuances – green, brown, blu
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Unknown.
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.