Children's jacket
Children's jacket was recalled on 26 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1520/08. Suffocation risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings with a length of 120 mm in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 1520/08 |
| Brand | IDEXE |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | Art. No. TG 128 8A, bar code: 0691656900042 8A |
| Published | 26 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation due to the presence of drawstrings with a length of 120 mm in the hood area. 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 shall be not 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 importer ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Silver-grey jacket with silver-grey hood, a zip and two side pockets. The hood contains a drawstring (made of velvet fabric) with knots. A red printed pattern in the form of a mushroom is embroidered on the front of the product alongside the inscription “High School”. Labels contain the information "IDEXE"; Composition: 65% cotton, 18% metallic fibre, 10% polyester, 7% elastane; Size: 8A.
🛑 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.