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Girls' dress

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Girls' dress was recalled on 30 September 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1163/16. Strangulation risk reported by Cyprus. The shoulder straps have free ends which may become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation.

Photo of recalled product: Girls' dress
Alert NumberA12/1163/16
BrandNew College
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryCyprus
Country of OriginGreece
Model Number26-454
Published30 September 2016

Risk Description

The shoulder straps have free ends which may become trapped during various activities of a child, causing strangulation. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Multicoloured summer dress, intended for girls up to 2 years old.

🚫 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.

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