Sokisahtel Mermaid
Sokisahtel Mermaid was recalled on 2 March 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0318/18. Drowning, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Estonia. The bikini has drawstrings in the neck and waist areas.
| Alert Number | A12/0318/18 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Drowning, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Estonia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 2 March 2018 |
Risk Description
The bikini has drawstrings in the neck and waist areas. These can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries or strangulation.The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 14682.The mermaid tail also reduces the child’s ability to swim, which poses a risk of drowning.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 09/01/2018
Product Description
Children's bikini set (top and bottom) with mermaid tail (costume and monofin) packed in transparent plastic bag.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Sokisahtel Mermaid.
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.