Children's waistcoat jacket
Children's waistcoat jacket was recalled on 26 February 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0212/16. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood with toggles at the ends.
| Alert Number | A12/0212/16 |
| Brand | Dong |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | A-03 |
| Published | 26 February 2016 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring in the hood with toggles at the ends. The cord is made of rubber and, if pulled, the toggles may spring back into the child's eyes and face, causing injuries. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 06/10/2015
Product Description
Children’s blue waistcoat jacket with hood and zip fastener. The hood includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. The product is decorated with embroidered inscriptions “B, F, R, S” and "SPORTBOYS". Size: 10-12
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Children's waistcoat jacket.
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.