Children’s T-shirt - Madeira Beach Florida
Children’s T-shirt - Madeira Beach Florida was recalled on 10 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0491/09. Strangulation risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of fabric drawstrings in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0491/09 |
| Brand | NEWNESS |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | No. M-8337 |
| Published | 10 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of fabric drawstrings in the neck area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682, according to which garments intended for young children aged from birth to age 7 years shall not be designed, manufactured or supplied with drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Child’s T-shirt in white, blue, green and red with a hood containing fabric drawstrings that end in knots. On the front of the jacket there is an embroidered palm tree and the following inscription in English: “Madeira Beach Florida”. On the inside, there is a sewn, textile label, which has the following inscription in English: “Newness casual wear, 5/6”. Additionally, there is a cardboard label attached to the jacket, which contains the logo of the product and information about the product such as the style number, the size and washing instructions Composition: 65% cotton, 35% polyester. Size: 5/6 (5 to 6 years old).
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children’s T-shirt - Madeira Beach Florida.
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.