Children's swim shorts
Children's swim shorts was recalled on 7 June 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01513/24. Injuries risk reported by Belgium. The product has long functional cords to be tied in the waist area, which can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/01513/24 |
| Brand | Mc Alson |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Barcode | 9520 95 9 0 |
| Published | 7 June 2024 |
Risk Description
The product has long functional cords to be tied in the waist area, which can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Swim shorts intended for children in different colourful prints (flowers, ice-cream cones for example). Product sold online.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Children's swim shorts.
About this risk
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.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.