Children’s outfit
Children’s outfit was recalled on 2 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0359/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The drawstring placed in the hood with knots on the ends poses a serious risk of strangulation to children.
| Alert Number | 0359/12 |
| Brand | GR&CE |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | WZ 59590 |
| Published | 2 March 2012 |
Risk Description
The drawstring placed in the hood with knots on the ends poses a serious risk of strangulation to children. The use of an unattached drawstring in the waist area poses a serious risk of injuries to children. According to the risk assessment the product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries during normal use.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Children's outfit consisting of blue trousers and sweatshirt with a hood and zip-fastener. The product is decorated with inscriptions: “Top Class” „56” and „Fight”. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waist of the trousers include unattached drawstrings with knots on the ends. Size: 146-164.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children’s outfit .
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.