Christmas decoration (Matalan) · Candy Cane Pick Christmas Decoration
The product presents a risk of cuts and injuries, as the candy cane may become loose and expose a sharp metal point. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
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- Date
- 2025-01-31
- Country
- EU
- Brand
- Matalan
- Product
- Christmas decoration
- Classification
- cuts, injuries
- Category
- Food & drink
- Source
- EU Safety Gate
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What to do
- Check the product name, pack size, batch or lot code and best-before date against the official notice.
- If it matches, do not eat or drink it. Return it to the shop for a refund or throw it away as the notice says.
- If you have eaten it and feel unwell, contact a doctor or your local health service and mention the recall.
General guidance from Recall Atlas. The official notice from the European Commission's Safety Gate has the exact models, batch codes and remedy, and it takes priority.
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