Children’s sweatshirt
Children’s sweatshirt was recalled on 3 March 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0239/17. Strangulation risk reported by Slovenia. The drawstrings in the neck area can become trapped while the child is playing.
| Alert Number | A12/0239/17 |
| Brand | 8848 ALTITUDE |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Slovenia |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Published | 3 March 2017 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings in the neck area can become trapped while the child is playing.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of drawstrings from the hoodDate of entry into force: 12/01/2017
Product Description
Children’s sweatshirt with a drawstring with free ends in the hood; intended for children aged 8-9 years, size 140.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s sweatshirt.
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.