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Children jacket “H&M”

Chemical, Choking Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children jacket “H&M” was recalled on 10 November 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0676/06. Chemical, Choking risk reported by Sweden. This product poses: - risk of choking because a child might be able to detach the compass house or break it and put in to the mouth; - chemical risk because the compass house contains a mineral oil of alkanes C10-C16 which, if swallowed, can cause chemical pneumonia.

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Alert Number0676/06
BrandH&M
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical, Choking
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number931960-7952, 931961-7952
Published10 November 2006

Risk Description

This product poses: - risk of choking because a child might be able to detach the compass house or break it and put in to the mouth; - chemical risk because the compass house contains a mineral oil of alkanes C10-C16 which, if swallowed, can cause chemical pneumonia. One accident reported. A one year old boy in Denmark managed to break the compass with his teeth. The boy got the liquid from the compass house into his lungs and swallowed a rubber ring. He was treated in hospital.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the producer. Date of entry into force: Unknown

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical, choking hazard related to Children jacket “H&M”.

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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