Child´s sweatshirt with hood
Child´s sweatshirt with hood was recalled on 5 September 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0971/08. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 0971/08 |
| Brand | H&S |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Barcode | 1000000 132 014, 554321679 |
| Model Number | F-853 B, |
| Published | 5 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring 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 recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Beige sweatshirt with hood and zip fastener. The hood includes a drawstring. Size: 134
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Child´s sweatshirt with hood.
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.