Children’s swimming costume
Children’s swimming costume was recalled on 3 December 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1781/10. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because the free ends of the cords in the upper and the lower parts have knots and there are cords on both sides of the waist in the lower part which are not attached to the garment.
| Alert Number | 1781/10 |
| Brand | “Sirocco” |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Model Number | Diva |
| Published | 3 December 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because the free ends of the cords in the upper and the lower parts have knots and there are cords on both sides of the waist in the lower part which are not attached to the garment. 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): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Girls’ swimming costume consisting of two parts, brand “Sirocco”, with a label containing information in Bulgarian, composition: 80% polyamide and 20% elastane.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children’s swimming costume.
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.