Stripy hooded top
Stripy hooded top was recalled on 29 June 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0614/07. Choking risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a serious risk of choking since the buttons on children’s clothing do not fulfil the requirements in the relevant standard.
| Alert Number | 0614/07 |
| Brand | Leela Cotton Naturtextilien Handels GmbH |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | 2027 86/92 |
| Published | 29 June 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of choking since the buttons on children’s clothing do not fulfil the requirements in the relevant standard. Including the spare button, the garment in question has three buttons present. Two garments were tested, resulting in all six buttons detaching before meeting the required force.On the first garment all the buttons detached at under 50 N.On the second garment one button detached at under 50 N, one at 52 N and one at 63 N. Five of the buttons broke into several thin pieces, while one detached while being set up for the test). The detached parts each fitted in the small parts cylinder and are deemed to pose a potential choking hazard to a child under 36 months. Size of garment tested was 12-24 months.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales by the retailerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Children’s garment. Sleeveless stripy hooded top with "pixie" hood, 2 mother-of-pearl buttons at the neck and large front pocket. 100% organic jersey cotton.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Stripy hooded top.
About this risk
This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.
Recommended action
Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.