Children's sweatshirts
Children's sweatshirts was recalled on 22 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0909/08. Suffocation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of suffocation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 0909/08 |
| Brand | "Idko Kids" |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 22 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood area.The product does not comply with the standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and information to consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s sweatshirts with hoods and strings in the area of the collar and waist, blue colour, the neck edge of the collar and the pockets are in light blue, with a decoration of coloured buttons, with sewed on textile label by the producer with notified content of the textile fibres 50% cotton and 5-% polyester.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Children's sweatshirts.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.