Girls' dress
Girls' dress was recalled on 10 September 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01285/21. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The product has cords with free ends at the level of the shoulders.
| Alert Number | A12/01285/21 |
| Brand | Joyce |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Greece |
| Published | 10 September 2021 |
Risk Description
The product has cords with free ends at the level of the shoulders. These can become trapped during children's normal activities, resulting in strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 26/04/2021
Product Description
Sleevless dress bearing shoulder straps with free ends to be tied at the shoulder area, designed for 5 years old girls.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Girls' 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.