Children’s Jacket
Children’s Jacket was recalled on 7 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1294/08. Strangulation, Suffocation risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of strangulation and suffocation because: - the cords have three-dimensional embellishments and are not secured to prevent fraying, - the toggles are used on the garment when the ends are free, - it has fixed loops which protrude from the coat that are more than 75 mm, - the drawstrings have free ends, - the functional cords protrude 210 mm at the back and 240mm at the front (maximum allowed is 75mm), - functional cords are protruding from the back.
| Alert Number | 1294/08 |
| Brand | ELSY Spa |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Mod 4203 tender art ot31. |
| Published | 7 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and suffocation because: - the cords have three-dimensional embellishments and are not secured to prevent fraying, - the toggles are used on the garment when the ends are free, - it has fixed loops which protrude from the coat that are more than 75 mm, - the drawstrings have free ends, - the functional cords protrude 210 mm at the back and 240mm at the front (maximum allowed is 75mm), - functional cords are protruding from the back. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the supplier.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s winter coat for ages 7–14 years. Available in white or silver. Puffed design with high neck. Features four functional cords within the neck area, fastened with knots and toggles, measuring 250mm at the front and 210mm at the back of the jacket. Belt at the waist fastens through loops and a metal clasp. Fixed cords with irremovable toggles on the pockets measuring over 180mm. Cords are a silver material and are not sealed at the end. Labelled ELSY Junior.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation, suffocation 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.