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Children's sweatshirt

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 28 April 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0566/17. Strangulation risk reported by Finland. The product has drawstrings with free ends in the hood.

Photo of recalled product: Children's sweatshirt
Alert NumberA12/0566/17
BrandKärkkäinen
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPortugal
Model NumberKideraw16 01 2-14 T. collegesetti; X2042
Published28 April 2017

Risk Description

The product has drawstrings with free ends in the hood. The drawstrings could become trapped during various activities of a child posing a risk of strangulation.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 26/01/2017

Product Description

Black/white sweatshirt with hood for children. On the front, the text "New York, NY" is visible. Sizes 2-14. Sold with black/white trousers.

🚫 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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