Girls' tracksuit
Injuries, Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1631/17 |
| Brand | Target Sportswear |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | Greece |
| Model Number | G7/14624 |
| Published | 24 November 2017 |
Risk Description
null The drawstrings in the neck area may become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. In addition, the drawstrings in the waist area are too long and could become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries.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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 11/09/2017
Product Description
Girls' clothing set that includes a sweatshirt and a pair of trousers in fuchsia color. The set is intended for 14 year old girls. The pair of trousers bears drawstrings at the waist area that are measuring longer than 20cm each (24.5cm).