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Girl’s hooded jacket

Suffocation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Girl’s hooded jacket was recalled on 25 May 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0456/07. Suffocation risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of suffocation by strangulation because:- clothing for small children younger than 7 years and shorter than 134 cm may not include drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area;- the ends of drawstrings should not be knotted.

Photo of recalled product: Girl’s hooded jacket
Alert Number0456/07
BrandPassword
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeSuffocation
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginIndia
Model NumberArticle No. TMP3113
Published25 May 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of suffocation by strangulation because:- clothing for small children younger than 7 years and shorter than 134 cm may not include drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area;- the ends of drawstrings should not be knotted.This product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Import stopped by the customs authorities and voluntary corrective actions taken by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

100 % cotton knitted sweater with hood for girls.Many sizes and colours

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a suffocation hazard related to Girl’s hooded jacket.

About this risk

This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.

Recommended action

Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.

Who is at risk?

Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.

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