Children’s outfit
Children’s outfit was recalled on 15 June 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0883/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The drawstring placed in the hood poses a risk of strangulation to children.
| Alert Number | A12/0883/12 |
| Brand | Veaver |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | CTY-H43 |
| Published | 15 June 2012 |
Risk Description
The drawstring placed in the hood poses a risk of strangulation to children. The drawstring in the waist poses a risk of injuries to children.The product does not comply with the relevant European standardEN 14682.
Product Description
The outfit for young children consists of trousers and a sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt and the waist part of the trousers have non-fixed drawstrings. Knots and plastic toggles are on the ends of the drawstrings.
⚠️ 🚫 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.