Children's sweatshirts and trousers
Children's sweatshirts and trousers was recalled on 11 February 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0102/11. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The products pose a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the hood and at the waist.
| Alert Number | 0102/11 |
| Brand | Joy keeper |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | Model 1191, barcode – 196200001191 Model 1082, barcode 196200001082 |
| Published | 11 February 2011 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of functional cords in the hood and at the waist.The products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Children’s sweatshirts and trousers intended for girls up to 7 years of age. Each set is green in colour.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's sweatshirts and trousers.
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.