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Unknown was recalled on 8 November 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1545/13. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of functional drawstring placed in the hood with toggles on the ends.
| Alert Number | A12/1545/13 |
| Brand | Fjhu |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Model n°: SWF913 |
| Published | 8 November 2013 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of functional drawstring placed in the hood with toggles on the ends.The drawstring are made out of rubber, if the child pulls them, the toggles may spring back into its eyes and face causing eye and face 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: 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: 02/09/2013
Product Description
The outfit for children consists of trousers and lined sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood can be removed with zipper. The hood of the sweatshirt includes non-fixed elastic drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends. Size: S-XXL.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Unknown.
About this risk
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.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.