Children’s outfit
Children’s outfit was recalled on 13 July 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0986/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area and drawstrings in the waist area.
| Alert Number | A12/0986/12 |
| Brand | Ditex (дитекс) |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Published | 13 July 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area and drawstrings in the waist area. 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 of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s outfit consisting of a sweatshirt in pink, with a brocade inscription “Barbie” (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT), butterflies and a purple hood with functional cords and trousers with a printed pattern of a butterfly on one of one of the trouser-legs, elastic and cords in the waist area.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children’s outfit.
About this risk
Injuries: 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. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Injuries: 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. Strangulation: 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?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.