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Decorative grapes “Bag of Imitation Grapes” — risk: choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/04204/25
Summary
The product can easily be mistaken with foodstuff due to its appearance, colour, form and shape. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation.
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Product
Decorative grapes
- Name / model
- Bag of Imitation Grapes
- Category
- Decorative articles
- Soft plastic black grapes with fabric leaves and a fabric stalk.
What is the risk?
- The product can easily be mistaken with foodstuff due to its appearance, colour, form and shape. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Seizure of goods
- Date of entry into force: 08/10/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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