Children's jacket
Children's jacket was recalled on 18 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1641/09. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings at the hood.
| Alert Number | 1641/09 |
| Brand | Istocno More |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 18 December 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings at the hood. The product does 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
Children’s jackets for children up to 7 years of age with functional cords in the hood. A textile label with the following inscription is sewn to the product: "Istocno More", there are embroideries with the inscription: PIYOPIYO.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation 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.