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Injuries, Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Swimwear fashionable was recalled on 22 December 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1811/17. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The halter-neck cords, the cords at the back of the bikini top and the drawstrings in the waist area can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries or strangulation.

Photo of recalled product: Swimwear fashionable
Alert NumberA12/1811/17
BrandFIAONI
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeInjuries, Strangulation
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginUnknown
Published22 December 2017

Risk Description

The halter-neck cords, the cords at the back of the bikini top and the drawstrings in the waist area 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.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 23/10/2017

Product Description

Girls' bikini, light yellow, with halter-neck cords, cords at the back of the bikini top and drawstrings in the waist area.

⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Swimwear fashionable.

About this risk

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. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.

Recommended action

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. Strangulation: 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?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.

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