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Hooded sweatshirt

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Hooded sweatshirt was recalled on 17 June 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0551/11. Strangulation risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood.

Photo of recalled product: Hooded sweatshirt
Alert Number0551/11
BrandZalekua
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginIndia
Model NumberDinosaurs Land, 1024P_9_0712_2
Published17 June 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood. The drawstrings can easily become entangled in fixed objects if the child is moving quickly. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682

Product Description

Boy's sweatshirt with a hood containing a drawstring. The text "Dinosaur's Land" is printed on the front. Sizes 92-128 cm.

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Hooded 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.

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