Fancy dress - Children’s Halloween Costume
Fancy dress - Children’s Halloween Costume was recalled on 23 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1214/07. Suffocation risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of suffocation by strangulation because the cords and drawstrings on children's clothing were measured to 250 mm and 260 mm (should be no more than 75 mm in length at either end).
| Alert Number | 1214/07 |
| Brand | Scream Machine |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Product Number 9798. |
| Published | 23 November 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of suffocation by strangulation because the cords and drawstrings on children's clothing were measured to 250 mm and 260 mm (should be no more than 75 mm in length at either end).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Childs Halloween Costume, supplied in plastic bag with cardboard packaging.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Fancy dress - Children’s Halloween Costume.
About this risk
This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.