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Children's sweatshirt

Injuries, Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 1 April 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0387/16. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The drawstrings in the neck and the protruding loop at the back of the garment may become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation or injury.

Photo of recalled product: Children's sweatshirt
Alert NumberA12/0387/16
BrandCasarte 
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeInjuries, Strangulation
Notifying CountryCyprus
Country of OriginItaly
Model NumberArt: 5072
Published1 April 2016

Risk Description

The drawstrings in the neck and the protruding loop at the back of the garment may become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation or injury. The product does not comply with the relevant standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Orange sweatshirt with a hood, intended for children up to 4 years old.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's sweatshirt.

About this risk

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.

Recommended action

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.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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