Children's clothing set
Children's clothing set was recalled on 15 November 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1706/19. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product contains drawstrings with free ends in the hood.
| Alert Number | A12/1706/19 |
| Brand | BIKKEMBERGS |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | ZF56 |
| Published | 15 November 2019 |
Risk Description
The product contains drawstrings with free ends in the hood. The drawstrings may become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to strangulation.The product does not comply with 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: 02/10/2019
Product Description
Boys' clothing set that includes a sweatshirt and a pair of trousers, in dark blue colour. The set is intended for 9 month-old boys.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's clothing set.
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.