Expansible items to maintain humidity in flowerpots
29th March 2010
Item Description:
Type/number of model: Barcode: 68554811451261.
Description: The products in question are expansible animal-shaped units in different colours intended to maintain humidity levels in flowerpots. Due to their appearance, they could be mistaken for toys. They are packaged in transparent plastic blister-wrap.
Country of origin: China
Danger:
Choking
The products pose a risk of choking because the animals can be swallowed and then expand.
Action Taken:
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
Spain
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
29th March 2010 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
