Children’s sweatshirt - Smile/Funky chic/Boogie baby
Children’s sweatshirt - Smile/Funky chic/Boogie baby was recalled on 18 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1621/09. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood and waist area.
| Alert Number | 1621/09 |
| Brand | Next stars |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | MFSF 020 |
| Published | 18 December 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood and waist area.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 and corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s sweatshirt intended for children up to 6M. The sweatshirt is red and has a hood which is designed with a cord. It is fastened with a zip placed in the middle. On the top label is written the brand “Next Stars”; the model, the barcode and the price in Euros is written on a second label.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children’s sweatshirt - Smile/Funky chic/Boogie baby.
About this risk
Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: 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?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.