Children’s sweatshirt
Children’s sweatshirt was recalled on 20 April 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0603/12. Strangulation risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of strangulation:- due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area of the garments intended for young children - due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area that are too long in the garments intended for older children.
| Alert Number | 0603/12 |
| Brand | JEMS |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Code: XM 0026 |
| Published | 20 April 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation:- due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area of the garments intended for young children - due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area that are too long in the garments intended for older children.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Product Description
Children’s sweatshirt in light blue or bordeaux colour. The garment has two external pockets and a hood with two drawstrings. In the chest area there is a print with the phrases “gems 46”, “est. 1846” and “little italy”. Sizes: 6, 8, 10, 12 and 14 years.
🚫 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.