Fancy-dress costume "Ghost Pirate Costume"
Fancy-dress costume "Ghost Pirate Costume" was recalled on 27 January 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0095/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because the tapes in the head and wrist area are too long.
| Alert Number | 0095/12 |
| Brand | Rubie's |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ref. 883800-L 0883028380077 |
| Published | 27 January 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries because the tapes in the head and wrist area are too long.The product does not comply with the Toys Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
A pirate fancy-dress costume with decorative tapes at the head and wrists.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Fancy-dress costume "Ghost Pirate Costume".
About this risk
Injuries: 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. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Injuries: 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. Strangulation: 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?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.