Children's vest
Children's vest was recalled on 3 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0434/09. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a drawstring in the waist area with free ends which protrude 170 mm each.
| Alert Number | 0434/09 |
| 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: 331716, bar code: 0 256534 000034 |
| Published | 3 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the presence of a drawstring in the waist area with free ends which protrude 170 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Corrective actions by the importer ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s (girl’s) knitted vest with stripes in various colours. On the waist area of the vest, there is a drawstring and decorative pompoms (in white, pink, green, and blue). 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 on the vest, which contains the inscription: “Jumbo, 04 YEARS” and information about the product, such as the address of the importer and the country of origin. Composition: 100% acrylic. Sizes: 12, 18 and 24 months, 04 and 06 years.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Children's vest.
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.