Children’s waistcoat
Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00470/20 |
| Brand | MY TIMES |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Published | 27 March 2020 |
Risk Description
The product has long cords in the neck area, ending in big pompoms. These cords can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. 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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Girl's waistcoat made of synthetic fur with 3 large horizontal stripes (pink or red/white/black). The vest bears long cords in the neck area, ending in big pompoms. Samples sizes: 4 years, 12 years.