Muslin sleeping bag
Muslin sleeping bag was recalled on 2 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00022/21. Entrapment, Suffocation risk reported by Malta. There is an opening in the sleep bag that allows the finger of the baby to penetrate.
| Alert Number | A11/00022/21 |
| Brand | Baby- jou |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | ART 3006 |
| Published | 2 April 2021 |
Risk Description
There is an opening in the sleep bag that allows the finger of the baby to penetrate. This could cause ischemia of the finger in case it remains entrapped. Furthermore, the top stop of the slide fastener at the neck opening is placed on the top instead of bottom of the product. If the parent does not close the slide fastener completely, the child could slip inside the sleep bag and suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 16781:2018.
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: 15/03/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/03/2021
Product Description
Muslin summer sleeping bag, 90 cm. length, for +6 months.
🔒 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, suffocation hazard related to Muslin sleeping bag.
About this risk
This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries.