Mellény ("vest")
Mellény ("vest") was recalled on 31 October 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1701/14. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product has protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that could become caught, causing the child to be strangled.
| Alert Number | A12/1701/14 |
| Brand | H&S |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | L-832C |
| Published | 31 October 2014 |
Risk Description
The product has protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that could become caught, causing the child to be strangled.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: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 05/08/2014
Product Description
Sleeveless jacket for children with hood and two pockets. The removable hood is decorated with artificial fur and has an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. When the hood opening is at its largest, the drawstring forms a protruding loop. Size: 98-128.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Mellény ("vest").
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.