PUSSYCATS
PUSSYCATS was recalled on 18 June 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00873/21. Entrapment, Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Luxembourg. The top stop of the slide fastener at the arm opening is placed on the top instead of bottom of the product.
| Alert Number | A12/00873/21 |
| Brand | Disney |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Suffocation |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | DPTU01\102 85cm/110cm |
| Published | 18 June 2021 |
Risk Description
The top stop of the slide fastener at the arm opening is placed on the top instead of bottom of the product. Furthermore, the neck opening is too large in relation to the child height/age. This can increase the risk of the baby to slip inside the sleep bag and suffocate. In addition, as there are loops (a bow and a loop label) on the sleep bag, the baby could entrap a finger in the bow. 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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 07/06/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 08/06/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Temporary ban on the supply, offer to supply and display of the productDate of entry into force: 20/05/2021
Product Description
Sleep bag for babies of white and pink colour with a zipper at the front and a pink bow. The sleep bag has removable sleeves attached by a zipper.
🔒 ⚠️ 🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, suffocation hazard related to PUSSYCATS.
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. 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. Suffocation: This product poses a suffocation risk, often due to plastic packaging, soft materials, or design features that can obstruct a child's airway.
Recommended action
Entrapment: 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. 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. Suffocation: Remove the product and any packaging from the child's reach immediately. If a child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services. Dispose of plastic packaging safely.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and toddlers are at highest risk. Never leave plastic bags or soft materials in a sleeping area.