Children’s sweatshirt
Children’s sweatshirt was recalled on 6 August 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1186/10. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood.
| Alert Number | 1186/10 |
| Brand | Diamond |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Model Number | Model 333, barcode 3800824086504 |
| Published | 6 August 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood.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
Children’s sweatshirt of brand Diamond, model 333, barcode 3800824086504, size 2 – 21 items, size 10 – 4 items, size 12 – 14 items. The children’s sweatshirts have been made of knitted fabrics with the following composition: 65% polyester and 35% cotton. Their colours are grey and beige, dark blue and orange and they have been supplied with functional cords in the hood area. They also have an inscription “HEAVY STEEL”.
🚫 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.