Child’s sweatshirt with hood
Child’s sweatshirt with hood was recalled on 11 July 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0753/08. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of suffocation via strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings which is not permitted in children's clothing.
| Alert Number | 0753/08 |
| Brand | VENICE KIDS |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | Article number AF 12461 |
| Published | 11 July 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation via strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings which is not permitted in children's clothing.The product does not comply with the European Standard EN 14682.
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
Child's green sweatshirt with hood and drawstrings in the area of the neck, with long sleeves, a zip up the front and the trademark VENICE KIDS on the front and inscription on the back.
🚫 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.