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Strangulation, Suffocation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Baby outfit was recalled on 30 September 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1008/11. Strangulation, Suffocation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of strangulation as the circumference of the loops protruding from the garment is greater than 75mm.

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Alert Number1008/11
BrandSAVIDON
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation, Suffocation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPortugal
Model NumberVE-1478 (size 6M)
Published30 September 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation as the circumference of the loops protruding from the garment is greater than 75mm. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682. In addition, the product poses a risk of suffocation as the pompoms at the neck of the garment are easily accessible to babies who could put them in the mouth, which could result in obstruction of the breathing passages.One incident reported.

Product Description

Baby's outfit consisting of knitted trousers and a matching jacket. The buttons on the jacket are pompoms made of yarn and sewn to the garment. 100% acrylic. 6M, Made in EC.

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation, suffocation hazard related to Baby outfit.

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.

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