Decorative candles

Requirements breached

The product, due to its 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. If these pieces are ingested by children they could cause occlusion of the digestive system. They could get stuck and obstruct the airways, posing a risk of choking. The product does not comply with the requirements of Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 27 December 2014
2. Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: Other

Product

Description

Decorative candles, which are similar to chocolates. Sizes: approx 4 x 3 cm (heart-shape) and 3 x 3 (cube) cm. Packaging: paper and transparent plastic box with ribbon.

Category

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Brand

Hygge

Model / type

1) 152 2) 171

Batch

1) 69990321601002) 6999032160094