Children's tracksuit
Children's tracksuit was recalled on 22 May 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0658/09. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Czechia. The product poses a risk of: - strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0658/09 |
| Brand | LORDLING |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | SH-0835 |
| Published | 22 May 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of: - strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area. The products do 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”; - injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the waist area with free ends that protrude by more than 140 mm (measured 180 mm). The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682, according to which free ends of drawstrings in the waist area shall protrude by a maximum of 140 mm at each end when the garment is opened to its largest and laid flat.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children's sports outfit consisting of a long-sleeved t-shirt, sleeveless zip-up top with hood and sweatpants. Inside the top there is a textile label with the inscription "LORDLING 2", the composition: 35% cotton, 65% polyester, and symbols for maintenance. A cardboard label is also attached marked: "LORDLING", with the style no. SH-0835, size 2, and symbols for maintenance. The inside of the hood is covered with artificial fur. Across the front of the top there is written GIANTS 05 and on the front of the t-shirt, there is a picture with the words "PIPELINE MASI HAWAII".
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's tracksuit.
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.