Children's sweatshirt
Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 20 March 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00437/20. Strangulation risk reported by Croatia. There are cords with free ends in the neck area.
| Alert Number | A12/00437/20 |
| Brand | Kid |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Croatia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Kid |
| Published | 20 March 2020 |
Risk Description
There are cords with free ends in the neck area. These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not meet the requirements of European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 17/02/2020
Product Description
Children's green sweatshirt with long sleeves and zipper. There are pockets and picture with number 96 in pink on the front side. Size: 6
🚫 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.