1) SONIA, 2) SI-SI
1) SONIA, 2) SI-SI was recalled on 23 March 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0425/18. Strangulation risk reported by Czechia. There are drawstrings with free-ends in the neck area.
| Alert Number | A12/0425/18 |
| Brand | EWLON |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Published | 23 March 2018 |
Risk Description
There are drawstrings with free-ends in the neck area. These can become trapped during various activities of a child (for instance while using slides), leading to strangulation.The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/10/2017
Product Description
1) Orange bikini with loose drawstrings ended with multicoloured pompoms.2) Orange bikini with frills and loose drawstrings ended with beads and knots.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to 1) SONIA, 2) SI-SI.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.