Clothing set (sweatshirt and trousers)
Clothing set (sweatshirt and trousers) was recalled on 11 June 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0874/10. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0874/10 |
| Brand | Gear Wear |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | W09C109 |
| Model Number | 251B |
| Published | 11 June 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the neck area. The product poses also a risk of external injuries due to the presence of free-end drawstrings in the waist area. 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 from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Athletic set for boys consisting of blue trousers with a grey stripe at the side and a blue sweatshirt. The trousers have blue drawstrings in the waist area which have a length of 16 cm. The sweatshirt has blue drawstrings in the hood which have a length of 13 cm.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Clothing set (sweatshirt and 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.