Coat for girls
Coat for girls was recalled on 16 May 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0520/08. Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of:- suffocation by strangulation due to the presence of rubber drawstring and the toggles applied in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 0520/08 |
| Brand | PICKEN |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | BJ-8392 |
| Published | 16 May 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of:- suffocation by strangulation due to the presence of rubber drawstring and the toggles applied in the hood area.- injuries to the eye or face of children when pulling the drawstring firmly and releasing the toggles. 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 and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Coat for small girls with detachable hood. The hood includes a rubber drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends. Size: 6.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, suffocation hazard related to Coat for girls.
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.