Boy's jumpers and girl's jean jacket
Boy's jumpers and girl's jean jacket was recalled on 12 January 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0016/07. Strangulation risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the entrapment of the hood cords.
| Alert Number | 0016/07 |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 12 January 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the entrapment of the hood cords. Garments intended for young children have draw-strings in the hood. This does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682, according to which clothing for small children younger than 7 years and shorter than 134 cm may not include pull-strings, functional and decorative strings that are placed on the hood and in the neck area.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Category: ClothingProduct: Boy's jumpers and girl's jean jacketBrand: ZARAType/number of model: 1. 6603/6782; 2. 7679/7613; 3. product number unknown
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Boy's jumpers and girl's jean jacket.
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.