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Children’s clothing set

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children’s clothing set was recalled on 12 August 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0797/11. Strangulation risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a risk of strangulation as it has drawstrings with free ends in the hood.

Photo of recalled product: Children’s clothing set
Alert Number0797/11
BrandEl Cofre De La Moda.
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberSTYLE: W910.
Published12 August 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation as it has drawstrings with free ends in the hood. The drawstrings can easily become entangled in fixed objects if the child is moving quickly.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Product Description

Children’s clothing set consisting of a yellow sweatshirt with hood, a grey pair of trousers and a grey belt. Size: 4 years. Material composition: 95% Cotton, 5% Elastan. The sweatshirt’s hood includes a drawstring with 3-dimensional cylindrical metal pieces and knots on the ends. There are some ins

🚫 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.

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