Child's clothing set - Baby's top and trousers
Child's clothing set - Baby's top and trousers was recalled on 20 March 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0376/09. Choking, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of: - choking because the decorative tinsels can be easily detached, - strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings supplied with knots in the hood area, - injuries due to the presence of a free-ended drawstring in the trousers.
| Alert Number | 0376/09 |
| Brand | GRACE |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | Batch code: 6 G 89139, bar code: 7000078103750 |
| Published | 20 March 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of: - choking because the decorative tinsels can be easily detached, - strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings supplied with knots in the hood area, - injuries due to the presence of a free-ended drawstring in the trousers. 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 recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Red baby's top with hood and trousers, supplied with knotted drawstrings in the hood and bottom of the trousers, decorated with tinsels. Size: 12M.
🛑 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Child's clothing set - Baby's top and trousers.
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. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. 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. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. 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. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.