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Unknown was recalled on 6 November 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1357/15. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Lithuania. The jacket contains elastic cords with toggles in the hood that may become caught during various activities of a child, causing strangulation.
| Alert Number | A12/1357/15 |
| Brand | Babbogi |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | art.35603 |
| Published | 6 November 2015 |
Risk Description
The jacket contains elastic cords with toggles in the hood that may become caught during various activities of a child, causing strangulation. Moreover, the functional cord with free ends in the waist area can become trapped causing injuries. 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: 22/09/2015
Product Description
Jacket for girls, made of orange-coloured polyester fabric. It can be fastened with a zip and has a hood. The jacket has elastic cord with toggles on the ends in the hood and a functional cord (length 240 mm) in the waist area.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Unknown.
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.