Children's sweatshirt
Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 18 June 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0944/10. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of free-end drawstrings in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 0944/10 |
| Brand | Energy Quality Manufactured |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Model: SCHOOLL047 |
| 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 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 and corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Sweatshirt in black colour, intended for children of 14 years old with the presence of free-end drawstrings in the hood area the length of which is 20 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.