Velas de Cumpleanos ('Birthday candles')
| Alert Number | A12/0794/17 |
| Brand | RS |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ref. 404037 |
| Published | 16 June 2017 |
Risk Description
null The candles, due to their characteristic form, colour and size may be mistaken for foodstuff. Small parts can be easily detached from the product and this may lead children to put them in the mouth, swallow or ingest them. 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 28/12/2016
Product Description
Pack of five decorative candles (birthday) in the shape of hearts or lollipops, each mounted on the end of a white stick. The candles are glazed and have different colours. The candles come in a transparent plastic blister pack with a card back.