Children’s jacket
Children’s jacket was recalled on 23 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1698/16. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The drawstrings in the hood and in the waist area can become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation or injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/1698/16 |
| Brand | B-12 Baby twelve |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 23 December 2016 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings in the hood and in the waist area can become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation or injuries.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: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 07/12/2016
Product Description
Children’s black jacket with warm lining and a zip-fastener, two pockets, and an application of a bear and embroidered stars on the front side. There is a hood with drawstrings and cords at the lower end of the jacket (waist area). Sample size: S.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children’s jacket.
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.