Children’s sweatshirt
Children’s sweatshirt was recalled on 18 February 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0133/11. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood.
| Alert Number | 0133/11 |
| Brand | FOX kids |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item KGW10-7111 KGW10-7112 |
| Published | 18 February 2011 |
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.
Product Description
Sweatshirt intended for children up to 7 years of age. On the front of the sweatshirt there is an inscription „FOX”. There is also a hood supplied with functional cords. The product is sold without packaging.
🚫 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.