Baby’s overalls
Baby’s overalls was recalled on 13 March 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0343/09. Choking, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of:- choking because the stones and the hearts may detach from the overall and they fit completely into the small parts test cylinder;- strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 0343/09 |
| Brand | Jumbo |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Choking, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 13 March 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of:- choking because the stones and the hearts may detach from the overall and they fit completely into the small parts test cylinder;- strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682, according to which garments intended for young children aged from birth to age 7 years shall not be designed, manufactured or supplied with drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Baby’s overalls with a hood containing cords, intended for children aged 0-3, with a motif in the form of a teddy bear on the front decorated with 5 small glass stones and 2 glass hearts. There is a label attached to the product containing the following information: "Jumbo, 03m, Made in China, MHNΩN" and further information in a foreign language.
🛑 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, strangulation hazard related to Baby’s overalls.
About this risk
Choking: This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Choking: Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer. 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?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.