ADDIAA Sport
ADDIAA Sport was recalled on 9 June 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01326/23. Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Italy. The product has long drawstrings with free ends at the level of the neck area.
| Alert Number | A12/01326/23 |
| Brand | Miss Brum |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | RS-194 |
| Published | 9 June 2023 |
Risk Description
The product has long drawstrings with free ends at the level of the neck area. They can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries or strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the 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: 28/02/2023
Product Description
Black hoodie bearing drawstrings with free protruding cords and metal toggles. The tracksuit is intended for children aged 4 years or 104 cm tall
🔒 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, strangulation hazard related to ADDIAA Sport.
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: 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?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.