Children’s jacket
Children’s jacket was recalled on 3 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0456/09. Strangulation risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0456/09 |
| Brand | BABY TEAM |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | Code: 2080 |
| Published | 3 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682 according to which garments intended for young children aged from birth to age 7 years shall not be designed, manufactured or supplied with drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s jacket in grey, orange, green and blue with a hood containing elastic drawstrings that end in plastic toggles. On the front of the jacket there is embroidery with the following inscription in English: “THE WINNER PUPPY, 23, Challenge by Puppy”. Size: 18 months.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s jacket.
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.