Children's hooded sweatshirt
Children's hooded sweatshirt was recalled on 4 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01692/20. Strangulation risk reported by Belgium. There are cords with free ends in the neck area that can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/01692/20 |
| Brand | TQF |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Pakistan |
| Model Number | 788412 20TH P1 U2F |
| Published | 4 December 2020 |
Risk Description
There are cords with free ends in the neck area that can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to 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: 05/10/2020
Product Description
Children's flecked, blue hooded sweatshirt, with long drawstrings with free ends in the neck area. The product was sold online.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's hooded sweatshirt.
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.