Baby's sleeping bag – "Ikea Barnslig"
Baby's sleeping bag – "Ikea Barnslig" was recalled on 11 July 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0745/08. Choking risk reported by Sweden. The product poses a risk of choking because the bottom zipper stop detaches during use.
| Alert Number | 0745/08 |
| Brand | IKEA |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | Article numbers: 301.334.09, 701.300.79, 901.300.78, 401.334.04. In Australia the products have different article numbers: 601.470.56, 401.470.57, 201.470.58, 001.470.59. |
| Published | 11 July 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because the bottom zipper stop detaches during use. The zipper stop prevents the zipper slider from becoming detached. Both the bottom zipper stop and the zipper slider are hazardous small parts and present a potential choking hazard to babies and young children.Two incidents reported.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Baby's sleeping bag in two sizes: age 0-6 months, light turquoise and pink; age 6-18 months, red or blue. Identifying marks: The IKEA logo, article name BARNSLIG, 4-digit date stamp (YYMM) and 5-digit supplier number (#17596) are located on a label sewn inside the sleeping bag. Fabric: 100% Cotton Filling material: 100% Polyester Zipper tape: 100% Polyester fabric Zipper teeth: 100% Nylon Bottom End/Puller/Slider: Zinc alloy.Recall of all production with date stamps 0745 (start of production) through to 0824 (production stop).
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Baby's sleeping bag – "Ikea Barnslig".
About this risk
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.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.