Girl's dress
Girl's dress was recalled on 22 May 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0668/09. Strangulation risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a decorative cord in the neck area.
| Alert Number | 0668/09 |
| Brand | Jumbo |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item No: 331737, bar code: 0 263465 000033 |
| Published | 22 May 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a decorative cord in the neck area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682 according to which garments intended for young children aged from birth to age 7 years shall not be designed, manufactured or supplied with drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Girl’s pink sleeveless dress printed with pink roses, containing a zip and a decorative ribbon at the neck. On the inside, there is a sewn, textile label, with the inscription: “JUMBO, 12 MONTHS”. Additionally, there is a cardboard label attached to the dress, which contains the same inscription and information about the product, such as the address of the importer and the country of origin. Composition: 100% cotton. Size: 12 months.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Girl's dress.
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.