Children’s jacket - Barbie
Children’s jacket - Barbie was recalled on 5 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0716/09. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The products pose a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0716/09 |
| Brand | Roni |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Model Number | Model n° 0613 |
| Published | 5 June 2009 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area. The products do 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 from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The children’s jackets have functional cords in the hood. They are intended for girls and have an appliqué design on the front with the inscription “Barbie” and an embroidered picture of sun and sea. There is also a label containing information in Bulgarian about the country of origin – Bulgaria - size and treatment symbols. <b>The product may be treated as counterfeit.</b>
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s jacket - Barbie.
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.