Children's dress
Children's dress was recalled on 13 September 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1336/19. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Romania. The product has drawstrings in the upper chest area, which are too long.
| Alert Number | A12/1336/19 |
| Brand | Mariatex |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Romania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 13 September 2019 |
Risk Description
The product has drawstrings in the upper chest area, which are too long. The drawstrings can become trapped during activities of the child and cause serious 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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 26/08/2019
Product Description
Young girls dress, size 134/140, white at the top and black from the waist down. Two free ends, 35 cm long in the neck area.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's dress.
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.