Children’s sweatshirt
Children’s sweatshirt was recalled on 4 March 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0274/16. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The drawstrings with free ends in the hood pose a risk of strangulation to children because they can be wrapped around the child's neck.
| Alert Number | A12/0274/16 |
| Brand | PLAYBACK-2 |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | T-1020 |
| Published | 4 March 2016 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings with free ends in the hood pose a risk of strangulation to children because they can be wrapped around the child's neck.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 of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 29/11/2015
Product Description
Camouflage sweatshirt with hood. The hood of the sweatshirt includes an unattached drawstring with free ends. The product is decorated with a neon green skull. Size: 134, 140, 146, 152, 158, 164
🚫 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.