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Children’s sweater

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children’s sweater was recalled on 18 May 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0740/12. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The products pose a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.

Photo of recalled product: Children’s sweater
Alert Number0740/12
BrandGlo-Story Disney (THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT)
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberModel: DGPO-6283 Bar code: 5999032762831
Published18 May 2012

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.The products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Product Description

Children’s sweater with hood and zip-fastener. The hood includes an unattached drawstring with free ends. The product is decorated with a figure of Mickey Mouse and an inscription: "Mickey ". Size: 98-128

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s sweater.

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.

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