Children’s clothing set
Children’s clothing set was recalled on 25 December 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1675/15. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The drawstrings in the hood and in the waist area of the trousers may become trapped during various activities of the child, causing strangulation or injuries respectively.
| Alert Number | A12/1675/15 |
| Brand | Grace |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | WZ-4869 (trousers), WZ-4878 (sweatshirt); |
| Published | 25 December 2015 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings in the hood and in the waist area of the trousers may become trapped during various activities of the child, causing strangulation or injuries respectively. 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: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 01/09/2015
Product Description
Grey clothing set for children, consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waistband of the trousers include unattached drawstrings with free ends. The product is decorated with an embroidered leaf with a “G” in the middle. Sizes: 104/114; 12
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children’s clothing set.
About this risk
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.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.