Children's dress
Children's dress was recalled on 5 August 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01122/22. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Belgium. There are long functional cords in the neck area which can become trapped during children's normal activities, causing strangulation and/or injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/01122/22 |
| Brand | Blue Queen by Bristol |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Barcode | 10253837xxx |
| Published | 5 August 2022 |
Risk Description
There are long functional cords in the neck area which can become trapped during children's normal activities, causing strangulation and/or 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: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children's dress with shoulder straps tied with a bow. Available in various colours. The product is sold online.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's dress.
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.