Children's clothes
Children's clothes was recalled on 24 April 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00596/20. Strangulation risk reported by Italy. The products bear drawstrings with free ends in the neck area.
| Alert Number | A12/00596/20 |
| Brand | DIADORA Spa |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | Bangladesh |
| Model Number | Article code: 102.172728; 102.173562; 102.173594; 102.173603; 102.173970; 102.174604 |
| Published | 24 April 2020 |
Risk Description
The products bear drawstrings with free ends in the neck area.These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Different models of children's sweatshirt with hood and a two-pieced tracksuit.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's clothes.
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.