Matching children's trousers and sweatshirt
Matching children's trousers and sweatshirt was recalled on 5 March 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0421/10. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of injuries and strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings at the waist of the trousers and in the hood of the sweatshirt.
| Alert Number | 0421/10 |
| Brand | Miqishu |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | XM-08, XM-09 |
| Published | 5 March 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries and strangulation because of the presence of drawstrings at the waist of the trousers and in the hood of the sweatshirt.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 from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Matching children's trousers and sweatshirt for children up to 7 years of age. The trousers have a cord around the waist; the sweatshirt has a hood with a functional cord. On the front there are the inscriptions: Just Marine ocean 1848, Chipie, Relax. The products are available in various colour combinations. The products are sold in cellophane packaging.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Matching children's trousers and sweatshirt.
About this risk
Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: 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?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.