Children’s jacket
Children’s jacket was recalled on 6 July 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0974/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood area.
| Alert Number | A12/0974/12 |
| Brand | Hong |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 6 July 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood area. The drawstring is elastic and if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into the eyes and face causing injuries.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Children’s coat with hood and zip fastener. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. Size: 16.
⚠️ 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.