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Children’s clothing set

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children’s clothing set was recalled on 3 February 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0111/17. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The functional cords in the hood of the jacket can become trapped during various activities of the child, causing strangulation.

Photo of recalled product: Children’s clothing set
Alert NumberA12/0111/17
BrandSetty Koop
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberAP-15018
Published3 February 2017

Risk Description

The functional cords in the hood of the jacket can become trapped during various activities of the child, causing 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: 24/01/2017

Product Description

Children's sports clothing set consisting of a jacket, trousers and a T-shirt, for children from 7 to 14 years old. The jacket has a hood with a drawstring and inscriptions on the front: "WEST TOWN, JUNIOR CLUB 80" and "SURFER".

🚫 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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