Girl's bikini
Girl's bikini was recalled on 24 December 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1938/10. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The products pose a risk of strangulation because of the presence of halter neck cords with free ends and injuries because of the presence of drawstrings in the waist area.
| Alert Number | 1938/10 |
| Brand | YONGQIAN |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 1. Y0501, 2. Y0502 |
| Published | 24 December 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of strangulation because of the presence of halter neck cords with free ends and injuries because of the presence of drawstrings in the waist area. 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): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
1.Girl's bikini (Three pieces): multicoloured bikini for children up to 4 years old, with halter neck cords with free ends and functional cords in the waist area. The set also includes a pareo with cords at the waist which have a length of more than 14cm. "YONGQIAN beach swimming" is written on the front of the label. 2. Girl's bikini (Three pieces): multicoloured striped bikini for children up to 2 years old, with halter neck cords with free ends and functional cords in the waist area. The set also includes a pareo with cords at the waist area which have length more than 14cm. "YONGQIAN beach swimming" is written on the front of the label.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Girl's bikini.
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.