Sweat à capuche Godzilla
Sweat à capuche Godzilla was recalled on 8 July 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00978/22. Strangulation risk reported by France. The sweatshirt has functional cords with free ends in the hood.
| Alert Number | A12/00978/22 |
| Brand | Pixel évolution |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | MEDI 05/2020 |
| Published | 8 July 2022 |
Risk Description
The sweatshirt has functional cords with free ends in the hood. They can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor of the European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 16/08/2021
Product Description
Black sweatshirt with hood printed with a dinosaur motif. The product was also sold online, in particular via Rakuten France.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Sweat à capuche Godzilla.
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.