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Unknown was recalled on 31 August 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1304/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The products pose a risk of injuries and strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the waist and neck area which are too long.
| Alert Number | A12/1304/12 |
| Brand | GATITA FELIZ |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 1. Girls' tracksuits: 9119, 1. Girls' tracksuits: 9120, 1. Girls' tracksuits: 9125, 1. Girls' tracksuits: 9128, 1. Girls' tracksuits: 9129, 2.Unknown |
| Published | 31 August 2012 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of injuries and strangulation due to the presence of functional cords in the waist and neck area which are too long.The products do not comply with the relevant standard EN 14682.
Product Description
1. 5 tracksuits in several colours with the inscription 'Gatita Feliz'. 2. The sweatshirt for girls has a pink hood, pink drawstrings at the neck and the image of a cat printed on the chest with the text "Smile" in pink, blue and white. Sizes from 2 to 12 years.
⚠️ 🚫 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.