Kids Miss Hope Star
Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0699/14 |
| Brand | Hope Star |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | GF 2584 |
| Published | 23 May 2014 |
Risk Description
null The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of drawstrings with free ends in the hood. Drawstrings in children’s clothing can become entrapped and a loop can be created causing a risk of 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
Grey coloured clothing set consisting of a hooded sweatshirt and leisure trousers. The product is intended for children up to 8 years old. The sweatshirt is white in colour and can be tied and adjusted with drawstrings in the neck area.