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Children's swimming costume

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children's swimming costume was recalled on 12 August 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0794/11. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with free ends in the neck area.

Photo of recalled product: Children's swimming costume
Alert Number0794/11
BrandCXF fashion
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberItem No.: CXF - 4393
Published12 August 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords with free ends in the neck area.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Product Description

One-piece girls' swimming costume in red, yellow and orange with figures of a girl and various animals on the front. There are two elastic cords ending with knots, which are tied at the back of the neck. Moving plastic figures have been strung on the cords – three figures on each side. The swimming

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's swimming costume.

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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