Children's sweatshirt
Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 18 December 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1623/15. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The drawstrings in the hood can become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/1623/15 |
| Brand | Shark Sportswear |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 18 December 2015 |
Risk Description
The drawstrings in the hood can become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation. The product does not meet 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: Unknown
Product Description
Blue hooded sweatshirt intended for children up to 8 years old.
🚫 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.