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Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Unknown was recalled on 24 October 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1667/14. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product contains protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that may become caught and the child may be strangled.

Photo of recalled product: Unknown
Alert NumberA12/1667/14
BrandAquamarine
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberNF8603
Published24 October 2014

Risk Description

The product contains protruding loops and toggles in the neck area that may become caught and the child may be strangled. 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: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 13/08/2014

Product Description

Sleeveless jacket with hood and two pockets. The removable hood is decorated with artificial fur and includes an elastic drawstring with plastic toggles. When the hood opening is at its largest, the drawstring forms a protruding loop. The product is available in orange-white-light blue and dark blue

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Unknown.

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.

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