Girl hooded fleece
Girl hooded fleece was recalled on 23 October 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1278/15. Strangulation risk reported by Lithuania. The sweatshirt has drawstrings with free ends in the hood area which may become caught during various activities of a child, causing strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/1278/15 |
| Brand | KIMI FRENA |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | Bangladesh |
| Model Number | Style: Girella, Miss Chic |
| Published | 23 October 2015 |
Risk Description
The sweatshirt has drawstrings with free ends in the hood area which may become caught during various activities of a child, causing strangulation. 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 15/09/2015
Product Description
Purple sweatshirt for girls, size 4-5 years, to be closed with a zipper. Front part has the inscription "Girl Rocks in New York City. Hood with grey lining and functional textile cord.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Girl hooded fleece.
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.