Children’s sweatshirts (Sports)
Children’s sweatshirts (Sports) was recalled on 24 December 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1942/10. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.
| Alert Number | 1942/10 |
| Brand | Bona Sport |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 24 December 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings in the hood.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): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s jackets intended for children up to 7 years of age, with a hood that has functional cords. On the front there is an embroidered pattern depicting a car and the inscription “Sports”. There is a label attached to the product with the following inscription: "Bona sport" and some treatment symbols. There is another label sewn to the product, which has the same inscriptions and some information about the composition: 100% polyester; country of origin – China. The product is sold without packaging.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s sweatshirts (Sports).
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.