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Children's sweatshirt

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children's sweatshirt was recalled on 12 February 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0220/10. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood area.

Photo of recalled product: Children's sweatshirt
Alert Number0220/10
BrandTDM 966
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryCyprus
Country of OriginItaly
Model NumberModel: A334,
Published12 February 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood 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.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

White sweatshirt with black stripes, intended for children of the age of 6. The sweatshirt has a hood which has a cord. There is a zip fastener placed in the middle. A label on the garment indicates the brand name, model, textile composition, age, barcode and treatment.

🚫 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.

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