Decorative candles

What is the danger

The product poses a risk of choking because, due to the characteristic form, appearance, colour and size, this product may be mistaken for a foodstuff (cakes). This may lead children to put it in their mouth, cut it into pieces and swallow them, which could entail the risk of asphyxia or obstruction of the digestive tract. 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

1. Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. Compulsory measuresTaken by: Other

Product

Description

Food-imitating decorative vanilla scented candles in the shape of coloured cakes with various toppings (approximate dimensions: diameter 7 cm, height 7 cm). Each candle is packed in a transparent plastic bag with a red and white bow on the top. The candles are packed in nine pieces in a transparent plastic box (approximate dimensions: 23 x 23 x 8 cm). The candles can be bought separately.

Category

Food-imitating products

Brand

Fairy cakes

Model / type

Code A0514231,

Barcode

5 203390 576222