Minimum bag size (practical trigger)

Warnings are typically required where:

• Opening ≥ 125 mm (5 inches)
• OR bag is large enough to fit over a child’s head
  
• The suffocation must be on the packaging in every language if the bag opening is greater 5 5 inches

🔹 Wording (commonly accepted)

There is no mandated EU text, but this is widely used and accepted:

“Warning: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this plastic bag away from babies and children. Do not use this bag in cots, beds, prams or playpens.”

🔹 Placement

Under GPSR principles, the warning must be:

• Directly on the bag (not just outer packaging)
• Clearly visible and legible
• Contrasting colour
• Durable (won’t rub off easily)

If printing on the bag is not feasible:

• It can be on a label attached to the bag
• Outer packaging alone is not sufficient if the bag is removed