Children's clothing set
Children's clothing set was recalled on 31 May 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01444/24. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product bears functional cords close to the neck.
| Alert Number | A12/01444/24 |
| Brand | Barbie (COUNTERFEIT) |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Published | 31 May 2024 |
Risk Description
The product bears functional cords close to the neck. The cords may become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation and injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the 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: 16/05/2024
Product Description
Children's clothing set.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's clothing set.
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.