Girls' coat
Girls' coat was recalled on 30 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0509/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The drawstring placed in the hood with knots and toggles on the ends poses a risk of strangulation.
| Alert Number | 0509/12 |
| Brand | Bocska |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Model: B-16 4 |
| Published | 30 March 2012 |
Risk Description
The drawstring placed in the hood with knots and toggles on the ends poses a risk of strangulation. In addition, if a child pulls the elastic drawstring the toggles may spring back into the eyes and face causing injuries.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Coat with hood and fur lining for young girls. The hood includes an unattached elastic drawstring with knots and plastic toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with hearts and roses. The jacket is available in red colour. Size: 128
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Girls' coat.
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.