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Candles - Fruit Flavor Candle Craftwork — choking & injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChokingInjuriesFeb 26, 2010

Hazard

The product poses a risk of choking and injuries as, due to its appearance, the candle can be confused with a foodstuff, especially by children. If they put it into the mouth they may bite small elements from it and, if these small parts are ingested, it could lead to choking or obstruction of the digestive system. 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

  • Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Candles in the form of a strawberry with a leaf on top.

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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