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Girl's sweatshirt with hood

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Girl's sweatshirt with hood was recalled on 3 February 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0194/12. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings with plastic toggles at the ends in the hood.

Photo of recalled product: Girl's sweatshirt with hood
Alert Number0194/12
BrandGrace
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberModel: WZ8020
Published3 February 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings with plastic toggles at the ends in the hood.The product does not comply with the European standard EN 14682.

Product Description

Girls' sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood includes an unattached drawstring with metal toggles at the ends. Size: 98-116

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Girl's sweatshirt with hood.

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.

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