Children's hoodie
Children's hoodie was recalled on 6 May 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00672/22. Strangulation risk reported by Romania. The drawstrings with free ends at the neck area on the garment can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/00672/22 |
| Brand | Next Star Kids |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Romania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | XN-9564 |
| Published | 6 May 2022 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings with free ends at the neck area on the garment can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. 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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 21/04/2022
Product Description
Long sleeve sweatshirt with a hood designed for children of 4 years. The sweatshirt bears drawstrings with free ends at the neck area.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's hoodie.
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.