Children’s trousers
Children’s trousers was recalled on 10 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0489/09. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of external injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the waist area with free ends that protrude by 200 mm each.
| Alert Number | 0489/09 |
| Brand | JUMBO |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item No: 70602, bar code: 0 265708 000039 |
| Published | 10 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of external injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the waist area with free ends that protrude by 200 mm each. 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s trousers in red with two drawstrings ended with knots in the waist area. On the inside, there is a sewn, textile label, which has the following inscription in English: “JUMBO, 04 YEARS” and information concerning the product (the composition and the country of origin of the product). Additionally, there is a cardboard label attached to the trousers, which contains the inscription: “Jumbo, 04 YEARS”. Composition: 80% cotton, 20% polyamide. Sizes: 04, 06, 08, 10 and 12 years.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Children’s trousers.
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.