Children’s sweatshirt and trousers
Children’s sweatshirt and trousers was recalled on 28 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1153/09. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood of the sweatshirt.
| Alert Number | 1153/09 |
| Brand | Flower girls |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 28 August 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood of the sweatshirt.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 from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
A children’s set consisting of two parts – trousers and a sweatshirt with a hood with functional cords. The trousers are in the following colours: grey, brown and violet, the sweatshirts are in pink and bright violet. The two parts have the following printed inscriptions - H2О, ЕММА, CLEO, RIIKKI and stars. There is a label sewn to the product with information: 100% cotton, made in Turkey. No packaging.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s sweatshirt and trousers.
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.