Fancy dress costume "Little Red Riding Hood" (Cape
Fancy dress costume "Little Red Riding Hood" (Cape was recalled on 9 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0405/12. Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0405/12 |
| Brand | Atosa |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Size: 6 to 18 months, bar code 8422259528036; Size: 2 to 4 years, barcode 8422259528043; and Size: 4 to 6 years, barcode 8422259528050. |
| Published | 9 March 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the neck area.The products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
The costume consists of a red cape, a white blouse, a black bodice, a red and white checked skirt and a red apron. The packaging is a rectangular transparent bag; the front has an image of a girl dressed in the full costume.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Fancy dress costume "Little Red Riding Hood" (Cape.
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.