Girls’ sweatshirt
Girls’ sweatshirt was recalled on 10 August 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1197/12. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring placed in the hood area.
| Alert Number | A12/1197/12 |
| Brand | C&S |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | textiles and fashion itemsProduct: Girls’ sweatshirtBrand: C&SName: UnknownNumber of model: D-0921 |
| Published | 10 August 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of a drawstring placed in the hood area.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Girls’ sweatshirt with a hood and zip-fastener. The product is decorated with printed patterns. The hood includes a non-fixed drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends. The product is available in the colours red and yellow. Size: 8.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Girls’ sweatshirt.
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.