Children's sweatshirt
Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 25 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1680/09. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood.
| Alert Number | 1680/09 |
| Brand | Melly Kids |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Published | 25 December 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to 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
Girls’ sweatshirts with a hood, long sleeves and a zipper. On the front of the sweatshirt there is an embroidered pattern and a pocket. Size 80/12, available in a combination of dark and light pink as well as mauve.
🚫 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.