Children's bikini
Children's bikini was recalled on 12 August 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0787/11. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence, respectively, of cords with free ends in the neck area and cords that are tied at the back of the garment.
| Alert Number | 0787/11 |
| Brand | Honey |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1068-T |
| Published | 12 August 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence, respectively, of cords with free ends in the neck area and cords that are tied at the back of the garment.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Children’s bikini with cords that have free ends in the neck area. The swimming costumes are green and have many-coloured stripes. There is an inscription made of small decorative elements: BRRY and a decoration in the upper section of the swimming costume which is made of small glittering component
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's bikini.
About this risk
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
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?
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.