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Children's sweatshirt

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 5 March 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0405/10. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.

Photo of recalled product: Children's sweatshirt
Alert Number0405/10
BrandHerod
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryCyprus
Country of OriginItaly
Model NumberHB70727
Published5 March 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of 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

Sweatshirt intended for children up to 10 years, with a hood with a cord.

🚫 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.

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