Fancy-dress costume
Fancy-dress costume was recalled on 14 February 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00198/20. Strangulation risk reported by France. There are cords with free ends in the neck area of the costume.
| Alert Number | A12/00198/20 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | AE 146-A-5 B18065 S |
| Published | 14 February 2020 |
Risk Description
There are cords with free ends in the neck area of the costume.The cords can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black and red ninja costume for children, consisting of an outfit with cords at the neck, a belt, a hood and a head band.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Fancy-dress costume.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.