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Unknown was recalled on 11 July 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1066/14. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Romania. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood and waist area.
| Alert Number | A12/1066/14 |
| Brand | Citycool |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Romania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ZZM-228 |
| Published | 11 July 2014 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of drawstrings in the hood and waist area. 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: 29/04/2014
Product Description
The clothing set consists of a sweatshirt with a hood containing drawstrings, trousers and a T-shirt; it is intended for children up to five years of age. The sweatshirt bears the inscription "Street Original 32".
⚠️ 🚫 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.