Children’s swimwear
Children’s swimwear was recalled on 23 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1691/16. Injuries risk reported by Bulgaria. The cords in the waist area may become trapped during various activities of a child and cause injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/1691/16 |
| Brand | Qcdef |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1.) Item NO: 7118 – briefs2.) Item NO 570 – boxer shorts |
| Published | 23 December 2016 |
Risk Description
The cords in the waist area may become trapped during various activities of a child and cause injuries. 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 of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/09/2016
Product Description
1. Child's swimming trunks with pictures of a car or cartoon characters and with a cord in the waist area. 2. Child's swimming shorts with pictures of cars cartoon “MC QUEEN” and various inscriptions on the front as well as cords in the waist area.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Children’s swimwear.
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.