Children's sweatshirt
Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 17 February 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0187/17. Strangulation risk reported by Malta. The drawstrings in the hood can become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/0187/17 |
| Brand | Marine Corps |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | KB-974 |
| Published | 17 February 2017 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings in the hood can become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 01/12/2016
Product Description
Black sweatshirt with cords in the neck area and leather-like material on the side
🚫 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.