RS — Velas De Cumpleanos ('Birthday candles')
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Choking
- Category
- Decorative articles
- Hazard
- 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 the
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? These are small, colorful birthday candles shaped like food. They can look like candy or snacks.
What's happening? The candles may be mistaken for food. Small parts can break off, and children might try to eat them.
Does this affect me? This is a risk for young children who could confuse the candles with food.
What should I do? Keep these candles away from children. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need safer alternatives.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Choking · Category: Decorative articles · Hazard: 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 the · Origin: People's Republic of China
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