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Scentchips® scented wax "the original fragrance melt" — choking risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChokingMar 2, 2012
Photo from the official notice: Scentchips® scented wax "the original fragrance melt" — choking risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The product resembles confectionery, and both the shape and the sweet smell may result in confusion with foodstuffs. The products can be easily put into the mouth and swallowed. There is a risk of children, in particular, coming within reach of these small pieces and of their curiosity being aroused by the shape and smell.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.

Product description

Brightly coloured pieces of paraffin wax in a variety of shapes. They resemble confectionery and have a markedly sweet and, in some cases, fruit-like smell.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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