Children's dress
Children's dress was recalled on 18 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01834/20. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Belgium. There are cords with free ends to be tied onto the shoulders.
| Alert Number | A12/01834/20 |
| Brand | Derhy Kids |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | P001018 |
| Published | 18 December 2020 |
Risk Description
There are cords with free ends to be tied onto the shoulders. The cords can become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to injuries or 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 22/10/2020
Product Description
Child’s ecru-colour dress with shoulder straps, for age 6/8 years.
⚠️ 🚫 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.