Children's bikini
Children's bikini was recalled on 26 March 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00019/21. Strangulation risk reported by Czechia. The product has long functional cords with free ends in the neck area.
| Alert Number | A11/00019/21 |
| Brand | Cygnus |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 72-0403/2719613 |
| Published | 26 March 2021 |
Risk Description
The product has long functional cords with free ends in the neck area.These cords can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children's bikini pink-orange-green-blue-white color, colored in stripes, which consist of an upper and lower part. The upper part of the bikini contains elastic cords that tie behind the neck. The elastic cords are terminated against fraying knots.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's bikini.
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.