Sweatshirt
Sweatshirt was recalled on 6 January 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1789/16. Strangulation risk reported by Poland. The sweatshirts have drawstrings with free ends in the area of neck.
| Alert Number | A12/1789/16 |
| Brand | Red Down |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | DZC ESM 146 - 164 |
| Published | 6 January 2017 |
Risk Description
The sweatshirts have drawstrings with free ends in the area of neck. The drawstrings could become trapped during various activities of a child.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/06/2016
Product Description
Hooded sweatshirts for children, in various colours and various sizes (146 - 164 cm).
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Sweatshirt.
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.