Children's tracksuit
Children's tracksuit was recalled on 4 March 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0251/16. Chemical, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by France. The product contains azo-dyes releasing the aromatic amines 3,3’-dimethoxybenzidine (measured concentration 224 mg/kg) and benzidine (measured concentration 140 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/0251/16 |
| Brand | EDEFA |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Reference XG-19 |
| Published | 4 March 2016 |
Risk Description
The product contains azo-dyes releasing the aromatic amines 3,3’-dimethoxybenzidine (measured concentration 224 mg/kg) and benzidine (measured concentration 140 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, this aromatic amine may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction.Moreover, the drawstrings in the hood and in the waist area of the tracksuit may become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to strangulation or injuries.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/01/2016Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 08/01/2016Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children's tracksuit in blue and grey, consisting of a jacket with a hood containing drawstrings and trousers containing drawstrings in the waistband.
🧪 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's tracksuit.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. 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
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. 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.