Baby's clothing set
Baby's clothing set was recalled on 10 October 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1123/08. Suffocation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 1123/08 |
| Brand | Vis Vitalis |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Model Number | barcode 00010422, set “Fani” |
| Published | 10 October 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area. 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: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and information to consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Baby set in two parts (sleeveless jumpsuit and jacket) in pink and blue, with hood containing drawstrings ended with plastic bears. The suit has buttons at the shoulders and a rabbit is embroidered on the front. On the inside at the back there is a sewn, textile label, which has the following information in Bulgarian language: "Vis Vitalis", written in a flag carried by a bear, and the size. On the back of the label: 100% cotton and 3 symbols concerning correct treatment of the clothing, "Produced in Bulgaria". Jacket contains a hood, with sewn on drawstrings ended with plastic bears, which is attached with 5 press studs. The jacket has 3 buttons at the front and is embroidered with a bear and a flower. On the inside there is a textile label identical to the one on the trousers, a card label is attached with a safety pin, and has an image of a bear and a company logo. The baby’s set is packed in a transparent packet with an adhesive paper label marked with the barcode, "set “Fani”, t. quilted knitted fabric, 100% cotton", and the size.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Baby's clothing set.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.