Children's jacket
Children's jacket was recalled on 26 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1522/08. Suffocation risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area with length 130 mm.
| Alert Number | 1522/08 |
| Brand | BRANDS 1970 |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Art. 8002, code FRD:088002, bar code: 8002003006 |
| Published | 26 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area with length 130 mm. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682 according to which, on garments for children aged from 7 to 14 years, functional cords and adjusting tabs should not be more than 75 mm in length.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Corrective actions taken by the distributor ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Red jacket with a hood, containing drawstrings with knots, a zip and two side pockets. On the front, are the inscriptions: “BRANDS SINCE 1970” and “Junior League”. Four labels are attached to the sweatshirt containing the name of the product and various information, such as the price, the composition, the origin, the barcode and the inscriptions: “FERNANDO FRND”, “FERNANDO COLLECTION”, “BRANDS 1970”, “HIGH QUALITY COLLECTION SINCE 1970”. Composition: 100% cotton. Size: 8A (8 years old).
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Children's jacket.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.