Children's sweatshirt
Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 18 June 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0923/10. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of free-end drawstrings in the hood area, the length of which is 170 mm.
| Alert Number | 0923/10 |
| Brand | Ativo |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model: W09C220 |
| Published | 18 June 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of free-end drawstrings in the hood area, the length of which is 170 mm. 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): Corrective actions ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Childrens sweatshirt intended for children of 8 years old in blue colour. It has a hood which is designed with free-end drawstrings the length of which is 17 cm. There is a label on the garment stating the brand name, model, composition, age and treatment.
🚫 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.